Genetic Counseling Support Specialist

CentraCare Health; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

PTO

Retirement plan

Job summary

CentraCare Health's Genetics Clinic is seeking an administrative-support specialist to aid clinical operations. You will perform a range of administrative tasks, build pedigrees from family histories, and prepare patient charts for upcoming visits.

You will interact with patients and providers, coordinate with genetic testing labs, and maintain confidential records while contributing to efficient care delivery. This is a day-shift, on-site role with a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in biological/health sciences required.
• If no degree, a minimum of five years of experience in a clinical setting, administrative and scheduling experience required.
• Knowledge of genetic concepts and terminology with interest in genetics and genetic counseling.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals, both over the phone and in person.
• Excellent organization, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports the functions of the Genetics Clinic by performing administrative tasks and collaborating with Genetic Counselors.
• Contacts patients after appointments to obtain follow-up information and builds pedigrees.
• Prepares patient charts and requisitions, and enters data into clinic databases.
• Coordinates with genetic testing labs/vendors for clinical updates and billing policies.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in biological/health sciences

Job description

CentraCare Health's Genetics Clinic is seeking an administrative-support specialist to aid clinical operations. You will perform a range of administrative tasks, build pedigrees from family histories, and prepare patient charts for upcoming visits.

You will interact with patients and providers, coordinate with genetic testing labs, and maintain confidential records while contributing to efficient care delivery. This is a day-shift, on-site role with a full-time schedule.