Genetic Counseling Assistant – Orlando Health Cancer Institute Position Available In Orange, Florida

Genetic Counseling Assistant – Orlando Health Cancer Institute Orlando Health – 3.8

Orlando, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$32.2K – $39.5K a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Benefits from day one Qualifications No experience needed Mid-level Outpatient High school diploma or GED Phone triage

Full Job Description Position Summary:

As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region’s adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas — including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care — from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker’s Hospital Review “60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs” list. Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you. Position Summary Orlando Health Cancer Institute is seeking a full-time genetic counseling assistant to work alongside genetic counselors and providers in the Cancer Genetics and High-Risk Center. This clinic sees patients with personal or family history of cancer for hereditary cancer risk assessment and genetic testing. The genetic counseling assistant (GCA) is responsible for supporting the genetic counselors and other clinicians with administrative functions as well as taking on a patient facing role by answering phone calls, discussing test results, fielding questions, and collecting information related to health and family history. The genetic counseling assistant is an integral part of the genetics team. For more information, please contact Ryan Bisson, MS, LCGC, at 321-841-7299 or

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions Triage phone calls from patients and other health care providers for the clinical team Review incoming genetic test reports and upload them to the medical record Work with laboratories to troubleshoot genetic testing orders and patient sample collection Discuss test results with patients and families and answer questions about genetic testing as appropriate Assist with placing genetic testing orders for patients and coordinating follow-up genetic testing for family members Collect medical and family history from patients when needed Provide patients and families updates about insurance authorizations, decisions, and status of testing Request, review, and send medical records Compose and prepare correspondence to be sent to patients and healthcare providers Maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal,state and local standards. Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Review medical literature about genetic indications and conditions Support the genetic counselors and clinicians in their daily roles by performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education/Training High School Diploma. Must have completed a college-level Biology course or an equivalent combination of education or Medical Assistant/Nursing licensure. Licensure/Certification None. (Medical Assistant/Nursing licensure, if applicable) Experience None.