• Job Description

  Req#: R23017
  The Genetic Counseling Assistant supports clinical and research activities related to cancer genetic counseling with Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Department of Pediatrics at Virginia Commonwealth University. The Genetic Counseling Assistant will be required to undergo in-house training and be familiar with genetic counseling administrative and clinical processes and research protocols. The primary responsibilities of this position are to support Genetic Counselors and other research investigators with activities that take place both virtually and in-person at multiple locations.

  Essential Job Statements

  
  Research - Identifying, recruiting, and consenting research participants

  Research - Abstracting medical records (e.g., genetic test data, family history information) relevant for research

  Research - Entering and managing research data and tracking participants

  Research - Preparing relevant regulatory and administrative documents and records (e.g., IRB, OnCore)

  Clinical - Triaging cancer genetic counseling referrals and answering questions patients and referring providers have about cancer genetic counseling services

  Clinical - Assisting in preparing patient appointments, including gathering/summarizing medical records and ensuring patients complete pre-visit intake forms

  Clinical - Facilitating genetic testing, which may include pre-test consent, completing test request forms, obtaining insurance pre-authorization, arranging sample collection, tracking genetic testing orders, and addressing missing/delayed orders

  Clinical - Assisting with clinical documentation, including maintaining and/or building clinical databases

  Clinical - Communicating directly with patients/families in consultation with genetic counselors and/or other program staff

  Clinical - Preparing patient education materials

  Performs other duties as assigned and/or participates in special projects to support the mission of VCU and VCUHS. Provides assistance to team members. Accepts alternate assignments, as required.

  Patient Population

  
  Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.

  Demonstrates knowledge and related competencies of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age, specific needs and to provide the equitable care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

  Neonates (0-4 weeks)

  Infant (1-12 months)

  Pediatrics (1-12 years)

  Adolescents (13-17 years)

  Adults (18-64 years).

  Geriatrics (65 years and older)

  Employment Qualifications

  Education Qualifications

  
  Required Education:

  High school diploma or equivalent

  Combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

  Preferred Education:

  Bachelor’s degree in genetics, biology, health services, or closely related fields

  Licensure/Certification Required: N/A

  Licensure/Certification Preferred: N/A

  Minimum Qualifications

  Years and Type of Required Experience: N/A

  Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  Ability to work productively in highly diverse and collaborative environments

  Demonstrated record of dependability and reliability

  Demonstrated record of working with individuals from diverse demographic characteristics

  Cultural Responsiveness

  Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

  Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

  Experience working in a healthcare environment.

  Clinical and/or research administrative and study coordination experience.

  Service orientation, commitment to excellence and professional growth.

  Working Conditions

  
  Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

  General office environment.
  May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *

  May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *

  May have periods of constant interruptions.

  Prolonged periods of working alone.

  * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

  Physical Requirements

  Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)

  Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

  Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

  Physical Requirements: Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Reach above shoulder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Acuity – near

  Hazards: N/A

  Mental/Sensory – Emotional

  Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

  Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change

  Workday Day (United States of America)

  EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.

• About the company

  VCU Medical Center is Virginia Commonwealth University's medical campus located in downtown Richmond, Virginia in the Court End neighborhood.

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