Genetic Counseling Assistant - Oncology, Westwood

The Genetic Counselor Assistant (GCA) is responsible for
facilitating the care of patients that are seen in the Cancer Genetic
Counseling Clinics at UCLA Health. The GCA is an integral part of the Cancer
Genetics team and contributes 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.

Salary Range: $30.93 - $40.81 Hourly

Required:

• Bachelor's
  Degree in a biological/health science; or an equivalent combination of
  education and experience
• Completion
  of Genetic Assistant Program, or completion within 6 months of hire date
• Strong
  computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office software, including:
  Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent
  organizational, interpersonal, and communication (both verbal and written)
  skills
• Ability
  to analyze information and situations, prioritize tasks, develop solutions
  to challenges
• Ability
  to use good judgment and work independently, and in a team setting
• Ability
  to develop and maintain effective working relationships across the UCLA
  Health 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
• The
  flexibility to orient and work at several UCLA Health locations
• Must
  consistently project a professional and courteous demeanor.
• 
  Compliance
  with the Medical Center House and Telephone Standards and is sensitive to
  the needs of patients, staff, and providers at all times.

Preferred:

• Experience
  in Genetics and able to demonstrate knowledge of medical/genetic
  terminology and concepts
• Experience
  with EPIC electronic medical record application, File Maker Pro
• Familiarity
  with Progeny software