Lab Genetic Counselor I

The Laboratory Genetic Counselor I will be responsible for providing genetic counseling services in a molecular diagnostic laboratory environment. Duties include assessment, interpretation, and reporting of laboratory diagnostic testing results and client services (ie. coordination/ordering of tests, answering of laboratory related questions, and assisting in pre-authorization process). The qualified individual will also be able to obtain medical and family histories, review pertinent medical records, and assist in curation of gene/variant databases used to accurately interpret variants identified during testing. In addition, the Laboratory Genetic Counselor I may aid in the update of existing tests as well as help optimize the utilization of molecular testing in clinical management and care. Master's degree from an ABGC/ACGC accredited genetic counseling training program. Board certified or eligible.

Minimum Education
Master's Degree

Specific Requirements and Preferences
ABGC/ACGC accredited genetic counseling training program (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
New Graduate

Required Licenses and Certifications
Board certified or board eligible.

Functional Accountabilities

Clinical Laboratory Services
. Provides basic provider services (e.g. follow-up phone calls, requests information or repeat specimens, etc.)
. Obtain medical and family history of patients,review pertinent medical records, and incorporate findings into molecular testing results.
. Aids in evaluating and reporting of molecular testing results, including gene curation, literature review, and variant interpretation.
. Perform risk assessment relevant to the pattern of inheritance pertinent to the specific disorder(s) that have been molecularly diagnosed in the family, and review recurrence risks for at-risk family members.
. Maintains knowledge of current literature and recommended guidelines for reporting molecular testing results.
. Aid in the development and utilization management of genetic testing.
. Provide appropriate verbal and written information regarding test progress and results to providers.
. Respond to provider and/or patient's questions/concerns in a timely manner.
. Aid in updating and maintaining standard operating procedures in adherence with clinical laboratory licensing entities (e.g. CAP, CLIA, etc.)
. Aid in updating and maintaining provider-centric request forms (e.g. requisition, reanalysis requests, etc.)

Patient Services
1. May direct patient’s phone calls to the appropriate provider.
2. Provide up-to-date information regarding new or alternative clinical testing options as they relate to patient care.

Education
1. Communicate with mentor regarding progress and expectations on a monthly basis.
2. Assists with generation and periodic updates of informational materials

Organizational Accountabilities
Organizational Commitment/Identification
1. Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
2. Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
3. Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
4. Maintain confidentiality at all times

Customer Service
1. Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork/Communication
1. Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
2. Partner with all team members to achieve goals
3. Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
1. Contribute to a positive work environment
2. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
3. Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
4. Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
1. Use resources efficiently
2. Search for less costly ways of doing things

Safety
1. Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
2. Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
3. Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
4. Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
5. Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
6. Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)
Organizational Commitment/Identification 1. Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication 1. Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
2. Partner with all team members to achieve goals
3. Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving 1. Contribute to a positive work environment
2. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
3. Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
4. Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility 1. Use resources efficiently
2. Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety 1. Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
2. Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
3. Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
4. Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
5. Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
6. Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance