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The Genetic Counselor Assistant (GCA) supports licensed genetic counselors and genetics physicians in delivering high-quality patient care. This role focuses on administrative coordination, data management, patient communication, and case preparation to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Prepare charts for clinical encounters.  
Request relevant medical records and previous genetic test results.  Prepare counseling materials for already confirmed diagnoses. 
Communicate with patients regarding appointment logistics and sample collection instructions.
Facilitate test kit distribution and specimen tracking.
Aid genetic counselor in literature searches relevant to the patient diagnosis or suspected diagnosis.  
 Ensure that patient insurance information is active and accurate, and that referring provider information is correct.  
Help to coordinate genetic test ordering and uploading of supporting documentation.  
Communicate with genetic testing laboratories regarding requisitions, billing, and sample issues.
Track pending tests and help to ensure timely follow-up on results.
Help to collate data for clinical research studies.  

0-2 Years preferred

HIGH SCHOOL 

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

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About Cooper University Health Care

Welcome to Cooper University Health Care With a more than 135-year history of healing, Cooper is the place South Jersey turns to when they need care. As the leading academic medical system in the area, with South Jersey’s only Level 1 Trauma Center, more than 100 outpatient offices, and more than two million patient visits a year, it’s the perfect place to build a career of care in a truly diverse and inclusive environment. Whether you’re a medical professional or possess other skills, you’ll want to be with Cooper.

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