Role Description
• Laboratory molecular and genetic testing clinical case review activities.
• Evaluate telephone, fax, or web requests for authorization of coverage of molecular and genetic laboratory requests from physician offices; comparing requests against established clinical protocols; and authorizing coverage of services or referring requests for expert clinical review as appropriate.
• Be available as an expert advisor for physicians and labs on the appropriate use of genetic testing, including new and cutting-edge tests entering the market.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree in genetic counseling.
• Board certified American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics.
• Licensure (if available) in state of residence.
• 2+ years of experience as a Genetic Counselor.
• Experience with computer data entry, customer service, and managed care beneficial.
Requirements
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly explain complex medical information in both verbal and written form.
• Ability to work independently, be flexible and adaptable.
• Comfort and familiarity with pediatric, adult, and perinatal genetics and related genetic tests.
• If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
Benefits
• Annual salary of 73,200 - 122,000 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
• Eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
• Comprehensive range of benefits focusing on whole health, starting on day one of employment.
• Health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs.
• 401(k) plan.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays.