Genetic Counselor Assistant - USFTGP Obstetrics & Gynecology

About the role

The Genetic Counseling Assistant (GCA) supports a team of genetic counselors within the Maternal-Fetal Medicine division by performing administrative, clinical support, and coordination tasks that enhance patient care and departmental efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manages documentation, processes referrals, assists with insurance authorizations, supports communication with genetic testing laboratories, and facilitates patient communication regarding testing and results.
• Supports data entry, supply management, and preparation of patient education materials.
• May have the opportunity to shadow reproductive genetic counselors to gain exposure to the field of genetic counseling.

Requirements

• Required High School Diploma or GED Certification
• Phlebotomy - Required

Qualifications

• A recent undergraduate or a current student in an undergraduate program with coursework, experience, and interest in genetics as a plus.

Skills

• Foundational understanding of medical terminology and familiarity with clinical workflows to support genetic counseling tasks and documentation requirements.
• Ability to use databases, electronic medical records, word processing, and spreadsheet software to manage patient information, track results, and prepare documentation.
• High level of accuracy in reviewing referrals, entering data, preparing letters, processing authorizations, and handling sensitive patient information.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and safeguarding sensitive genetic and medical information in compliance with HIPAA and departmental standards.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks efficiently with minimal supervision, while also functioning effectively as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Skill in responding professionally to patient inquiries, coordinating with genetic testing laboratories, and seeking guidance from appropriate staff when issues arise.

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to shadow reproductive genetic counselors to gain exposure to the field of genetic counseling.

Pay

$36,171.20 per year

Schedule

Full-time