Genetic Counseling Assistant George Washington Medical Faculty Associates 91 reviews - Washington, DC Position Summary To perform a variety of medical administrative duties and research support for the Genetic Counselors in the Ruth Paul Hereditary Cancer Program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES (Internal Medicine and Specialty Divisions) Schedule patient appointments for genetic counseling, ensuring all patient demographic and insurance information is gathered at the time of scheduling. Review genetic counselors schedules each week to ensure that appointments have been scheduled according to guidelines and are maximizing the efficiency of genetic counselors. Obtain and assemble clinical records prior to new patient consultations. Send on-line questionnaire to new Hereditary Cancer Program patients and ensure questionnaire completeness prior to visit. Assist patients with completion of Family History Questionnaire. Maintain database and enter relevant cancer specific information. Assist in writing letters of medical necessity. Call/update families on status of their authorization and testing. Call families regarding insurance decisions. Prepare packets of information for newly diagnosed genetic mutation carriers. Facilitate and organize providing timely information related to the genetics consultation to patients, their families, and referring/primary care physicians. Coordinate the monthly Multi-Disciplinary Clinic including provider and patient schedules, patient communication, preparation of power point case presentation, and documentation of discussion. Coordinate paperwork for additional testing and family studies. Assist in scheduling ancillary tests, as requested by clinical staff, completing the necessary paperwork. Complete orders for medical equipment and office supplies. Type letters and correspondence. Troubleshoot patient issues. Copying / faxing / scanning. Maintain office equipment. Open, sort and distributing mail. Retrieve messages from voicemail each morning. If hired in to a Department of Medicine Specialty Division your duties may include but not be limited to the following: ADMINISTRATIVE AND RESEARCH DUTIES (Specialty Divisions) Prepare grant application paperwork and aid circulation of grant applications for submission. Schedule appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements. Process travel and other types of reimbursement for providers. Submit leave requests. Keep track of all medical licensure and expiration dates. Set up conferences/presentations for MFA and outside providers. Work with marketing to keep website current and to promote any clinical or research initiatives. Requirements Bachelors degree related to some type of medical/scientific field preferred. Preference given to candidates pursuing or looking to pursue a Masters degree in the field of Genetic Counseling. Experience 1 year of medical administrative or scheduling experience in a healthcare environment preferred. Competencies Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to follow and understand instructions, and react favorably in all work situations. Must have strong interpersonal skills and be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people at various levels within and outside the MFA. Must be able to maintain a database and analyze data, as requested. Facile with Microsoft Word and Excel. Able to handle confidential materials. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to exercise independent judgement. 20 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like Assistant Counsel I or II (FOIA & Privacy) Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Washington, DC 1 day ago Federal - Cybersecurity Data Privacy Counsel Accenture Arlington, VA 6 days ago Arbitration Counsel Virtual Synergy Services Washington, DC 4 hours ago Easily apply Employment Counsel (In House) Parker and Lynch Washington, DC 1 day ago Junior Legislative Counsel Human Rights Campaign Washington, DC 7 days ago * Genetic Counseling Assistant jobs in Washington, DC * Genetic Counseling Assistant salaries in Washington, DC George Washington Medical Faculty Associates George Washington Medical Faculty Associates 91 reviews Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume