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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Genetic Counseling Assistant - **Cancer Center**.
In this role, the successful candidate will serve as an assistant to the cancer genetic counselor(s) for the High Risk Cancer Genetics Program at NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center. The Genetic Counseling Assistant is responsible for the collection of patient information prior to the appointment, data entry of intake information, coordination of patient care and facilitation of genetic testing and results disclosure. The Genetic Counseling Assistant helps build a relationship with patients and the High Risk Cancer Genetics Program. The genetic counseling assistant will also facilitate workflow of clinic patients and research projects as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPANDED ROLES :
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of educational and clinical experience Excellent communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills. Basic math and computer skills, knowledge of medical terminology
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in genetics or biological sciences Experience in medical facility, currently in or Familiarity with medical terminology, reviewing medical records, test requisitions, pathology reports Experience in genetics related field Research experience/basic science Experience with Microsoft Office products required (Access, Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience with utilization of electronic health records Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in order to enhance the patient experience Must also possess strong organization and multi-tasking skills Highly self-motivated and attentive to detail
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
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NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $41,977.18 - $60,632.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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