A Genetic Counselor provides healthcare guidance to individuals based upon genetic factors. Advises patients or relatives at risk of an inherited disorder of the consequences and nature of the disorder, the probability of developing or transmitting it, and the options open to them in management and family planning. Requires a certification in Genetic Counseling.
Genetics Counselor Assistant-Cardiology at Nemours Genetics Counselor Assistant-Cardiology at Nemours in Wilmington, Delaware Posted in 5 days ago.
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Nemours is seeking a Part-Time Genetic Counseling Assistant-Cardiology in Wilmington, DE. Primary Function - Work closely with genetic counselors and physicians in the Nemours Cardiac Center to facilitate daily operations Communicate with hospital authorization group, providers, and insurance companies regarding coverage for genetic testing, appeal processes, etc. Discuss insurance coverage information with families and coordinate genetic counseling consent appointments and sample collection. Contact genetic testing laboratories regarding sample availability, sample requirements, test costs, and other relevant information. Draft letters of medical necessity and result letters for genetic testing Complete test requisition forms Obtain medical records, perform chart reviews Other tasks as needed Essential Functions Work closely with genetic counselors and Cardiac Center providers to facilitate daily operations Communicate with hospital authorization group, providers, and insurance companies to obtain medical insurance coverage for genetic testing and provide medical information from providers for appeal processes, etc. Discuss insurance coverage information with families and coordinate genetic counseling consent appointments and sample collection. Contact genetic testing laboratories regarding sample availability, sample requirements, test costs, and other relevant information. Work with Genetic Counselors and other clinical providers to draft letters of medical necessity Complete Genetic Testing requisition forms Obtain medical records, perform chart reviews Other tasks as needed
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Bachelor's Degree in Genetics' or related field. 1-3 years of job-related experience. About Us Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships. Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive. Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued. Learn more at Nemours.org .
