Genetic Counselor Assistant

Core Job Functions

Explains HIPPA to patients and obtains signatures.

SUBMITS signed consents to healthcare centers to initiate retrieval of medical records, x-rays, and other pertinent reports.

TRACKS pending records to ensure delivery prior to clinic visits.

COMMUNICATES to the appropriate nurse coordinator if difficult or unable to obtain pertinent records.

TRAVELS within the facility and campus to retrieve records, films, or CDs.

MAY collect and prepare specimens.

MaintAINS accurate clinical records per hospital policy while preserving confidentiality of patient information.

ASSEMBLES, COMPLETES, and PROCESSES patients’ charts.

ASSISTS with ORDERING, RECEIVING, DISTRIBUTING, SORTING, and STORING supplies.

REPORTS SUSPICIOUS or unusual incidents to appropriate supervisory personnel.

ASSISTS with CLERICAL duties, to include receiving phone calls, sending faxes and emails, and scanning and copying documents.

Department Specific Functions

ASSISTs general/prenatal genetic counselors with administrative tasks, including receiving phone calls, sending faxes and emails, and scanning and copying documents.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Minimum 3 Years Of Relevant Experience
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.Commitment to the University’s core values.Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.