Genetic Counseling Assistant - Clinical Genetics
University of California - Los Angeles Health, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Description
Under the supervision of the Senior Genetic Counselor, the
Genetic Counseling Assistant is responsible for facilitating the care of
genetics patients seen in various Clinics at UCLA Health including ATLAS
Clinic. They are an integral part of the Genetics team and contribute to the
management of diverse 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.
Hourly Salary Range: $30.36 - $43.49
Qualifications
Required:
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication
(both verbal and written) skills
Ability to analyze information and situations, prioritize
tasks, develop solutions and make recommendations
Ability to use good judgment and work independently, with
little supervision, and in a team setting
Ability to develop and maintain effective working
relationships across the healthcare system
Ability to adapt to an ever-changing, fast-paced
environment
Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful
performance of the duties assigned to the position
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in interactions with patients, UCLA Health faculty and employees, and outside
laboratories/healthcare teams
Required to comply with UCLA Health Standards and is
sensitive to the needs of patients, staff, and providers at all times.
Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office
software, including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in
biological/health sciences
Experience with EPIC
electronic medical record application, File Maker Pro
Leadership/management
experience
Ability to speak Spanish
Under the supervision of the Senior Genetic Counselor, the
Genetic Counseling Assistant is responsible for facilitating the care of
genetics patients seen in various Clinics at UCLA Health including ATLAS
Clinic. They are an integral part of the Genetics team and contribute to the
management of diverse 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.
Hourly Salary Range: $30.36 - $43.49
Qualifications
Required:
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication
(both verbal and written) skills
Ability to analyze information and situations, prioritize
tasks, develop solutions and make recommendations
Ability to use good judgment and work independently, with
little supervision, and in a team setting
Ability to develop and maintain effective working
relationships across the healthcare system
Ability to adapt to an ever-changing, fast-paced
environment
Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful
performance of the duties assigned to the position
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in interactions with patients, UCLA Health faculty and employees, and outside
laboratories/healthcare teams
Required to comply with UCLA Health Standards and is
sensitive to the needs of patients, staff, and providers at all times.
Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office
software, including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in
biological/health sciences
Experience with EPIC
electronic medical record application, File Maker Pro
Leadership/management
experience
Ability to speak Spanish