Clinical Assistant- Genetics
82174BR
Ambulatory Services
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Category
Nursing Support,
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Office/Site Location
Brookline
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only
Job Posting Description
At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
The Genetics department at BCH is one of the largest pediatric genetics practices in the country. We have experience with both common conditions and very rare conditions affecting just a few hundred children in the world. We specialize in finding answers for complex and hard-to-diagnose genetic conditions, sometimes applying new technologies through our research labs when existing genetic tests are negative or inconclusive.
Our large program includes more than 30 board-certified clinical geneticists, genetic counselors, dieticians, and nursing staff.
Key responsibilities:
- Supporting the Genetics Clinics at 300 Longwood and 2 Brookline Place.
- Will also float to Allergy, Dermatology, Immunology, and Rheumatology clinical specialties.
- Assisting clinician during examinations (i.e. obtaining, measuring and recording routine information such as temperature and blood pressure, and performing other related duties according to specific needs of clinic).
- Scheduling, receiving and/or registering patients, visitors and staff for appointments or procedures.
- Collecting, verifying and recording required information according to established procedures and instructions.
- Identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to Registered Nurse.
- Obtaining records, files and/or results for appointments and entering related information on appropriate computer systems.
- Answering, screening and routing telephone calls and performing general office support tasks.
- Transporting patients, supplies and equipment as needed.
- Working a schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with 1 Saturday morning shift per month.
Minimum qualifications:
Education:
- A HS Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
- 1 year of Clinical Assistant experience or related experience.
- Pediatric experience strongly preferred.
Please note: During a public health emergency, individuals in this role may be expected to take on additional duties to respond to organizational needs.
Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
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