Genetic Counsellor Assistant

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Union: Non-Union
Site: Princess Margaret Hospital
Department: Genetics Program
Reports to: Manager, Genetics Program
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $24.38 to $30.48 per hour (Commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)
Shifts: M-F, 8:30 - 4:30
Status: Full-time permanent, contingent on funding
Closing Date: November 24, 2024

As an integral member of the inter-professional team, the Genetic Counsellor Assistant provides services based on standards of quality and evidence-based practice.

Position Summary:

The Genetics Program at Princess Margaret Cancer Center specializes in meeting the needs of individuals diagnosed with an inherited condition or those who may be at risk for an inherited condition. Genetic Counsellor Assistant will work with the interdisciplinary Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Oncology Program. The HPB Oncology Program includes a genetic counsellor, medical, surgical and radiation oncologists, and clinical research coordinators. We provide family risk assessment, diagnosis, management, education and support to patients and their families.

The Genetics Program is currently seeking a Genetic Counsellor Assistant.

Duties:

• Organization of patient referrals
• Gathering and summarizing health records
• Providing patient health information to other professional staff
• Contacting families for further information
• Tracking test results and Ministry of Health applications for services
• Performing administrative responsibilities to ensure the effective management of individual cases, as assigned or requested
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required
• Data entry
• Opportunities to participate in clinical research

• BSc in Biology or Genetics or in a health care field
• Knowledge of genetics principles and theory
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Previous related experience in a clinical genetics setting is an asset
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and to deal with changes in tasks with short notice

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.