Genetic Program Assistant - High-Risk Breast

The START Center for Cancer Care; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Care in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Genetic Program Assistant to support the High-Risk Breast Program by coordinating patient care activities, facilitating genetic testing workflows, and maintaining records.

The role requires strong organizational skills, experience with EMR systems, and the ability to communicate with patients, clinicians, and laboratories while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, biology, public health, psychology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling of patient appointments, consultations, follow-up visits, and genetic counseling sessions.
• Obtain and verify patient demographic, insurance, and medical information.
• Assist patients in completing required forms, family history questionnaires, and consent documentation.
• Facilitate genetic testing processes, including test ordering, specimen tracking, and result receipt.
• Serve as a point of contact for patients regarding appointment preparation, testing logistics, and general program information.
• Monitor and maintain genetic testing reports, patient records, and program databases.
• Ensure timely communication between providers, patients, laboratories, and referring physicians.
• Prepare patient charts and supporting documentation for clinic visits.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and organizational confidentiality standards.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and data collection for program metrics.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and assist with program coordination activities.
• Provide administrative support including correspondence, report preparation, filing, and record management.
• Assist with patient education materials and community outreach initiatives related to breast cancer risk awareness.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organization

Communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Patient relations

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Care in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Genetic Program Assistant to support the High-Risk Breast Program by coordinating patient care activities, facilitating genetic testing workflows, and maintaining records.

The role requires strong organizational skills, experience with EMR systems, and the ability to communicate with patients, clinicians, and laboratories while ensuring HIPAA compliance.