Genetic Counseling Assistant: Clinic & Research Support

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine's Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP) seeks a Genetic Counseling Assistant in the OB-Gyn Maternal Fetal Medicine division. The GCA will provide high-level administrative support to genetic counselors and physicians, coordinate patient appointments, prepare charts, and assist with research activities.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, accurate record keeping, and collaboration with patient service teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science required.
• 0–1 year of related experience.
• Preference for candidates pursuing or planning to pursue a Master's in Genetic Counseling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient appointments and prepare patient charts.
• Track genetic test results and draft results letters.
• Answer basic patient questions about genetic counseling.
• Update literature reviews and maintain databases.
• Support division operations with administrative tasks and research support.

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Job description

Penn Medicine's Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP) seeks a Genetic Counseling Assistant in the OB-Gyn Maternal Fetal Medicine division. The GCA will provide high-level administrative support to genetic counselors and physicians, coordinate patient appointments, prepare charts, and assist with research activities.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, accurate record keeping, and collaboration with patient service teams.