Genetic Assistant, Provincial Medical Genetics

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada PHSA Full time

**Genetic Assistant, Provincial Medical Genetics Program**
***
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
- Vancouver, BC**_ As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021._**
- The Genetic Assistant, Provincial Medical Genetics Program (PMGP) receives administrative supervision from the Operational Director and performs a variety of clinical support functions under the general supervision of the Medical Geneticist, Genetic Counsellor, and/or designate. To support the clinical PMGP team, the Genetic Assistant utilizes past experience in a hospital or laboratory environment to prepare for and follow up on patient appointments, assisting clinicians by performing tasks associated with ordering genetic testing and communicating information to and from the clinic with patients and providers. The role relies on experience in genetic testing, biology and medical terminology to prepare a variety of technical and non-technical material, maintain patient records and files, and determine appointment eligibility and priority, utilizing intermediate word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.**What you’ll do**:

- Obtain information required for assessment from patients, families and medical offices such as personal medical history, family history and associated medical documentation/reports. Enter relevant patient information, relying on medical terminology and genetics knowledge, into the appropriate data system(s). Identifies questions or concerns to physician/clinical staff as required as per established guidelines.
- Make preapproved updates to the data system as directed by leadership.
- Utilize medical terminology to assist with review and triage of specific cases by determining eligibility of patient referrals and triaging accepted referrals to the appropriate physician/clinical staff with prioritization according to established guidelines.

**What you bring**:

- Completion of a diploma in a related health science or social science discipline.
- Two (2) years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

**You also have**:

- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to organize work.

**What we bring**
- Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

**Job Type: Casual**

**Wage: $27.84**

**Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 2N9**

**Hours of Work: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Fri; 0800-1600**

**Requisition Number**:
**135488**

**What we do**
- BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.- BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).- The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.- Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services- PHSA and BCW are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.- .



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