Genetic Counselor Assistant/UKHC University of Kentucky
- 4.1 Lexington, KY Job Details Full-time $19.00
- $30.
09 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor of Arts Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title Genetic Counselor Assistant/UKHC Requisition Number RE55616 Working Title Genetic Counselor Assistant Department Name M3030:
Cancer Clinic Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 08 Salary Range $19.00-30.09/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BA Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 0 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Ability to lift less than 10 pounds. Shift Monday
- Friday, Day Shift; 8:00am
- 5:00pm or 8:00am
- 4:30pm.
Job Summary The Genetic Counseling Assistant (GCA) provides specialized support to the genetic counselors. The GCA is an integral part of the Genetics team and contributes to the management of various aspects of the service, including the coordination of care for patients, optimization of clinic and operational workflows, and working collaboratively with the team to create a patient-centered and administratively effective environment. The GCA has essential roles to assist the genetics department including attain family histories, triaging referrals, collection of relevant medical records, collection of previous genetic testing records when appropriate, coordination of care with testing laboratories, coordination of patient care when multiple physician or clinical departments are involved, and assisting with administrative duties of the department.
Skills / Knowledge
/ Abilities MS Windows, Telephone etiquette, customer service Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience N/A Deadline to Apply 09/06/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
