Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Fulgent 4399 El Monte - El Monte, CA
Remote Type
Fully Remote
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Graduate Degree
Salary Range
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/year
Job Category
Biotech
Description
ABOUT FULGENT:
Founded in 2011, Fulgent has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.
Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.
Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The position of Laboratory Support Genetic Counselor provides genetic consultation to providers requesting genetic testing and acts as a consultant to health care providers regarding highly specialized genetic information pertinent to management of their patients. The Laboratory Genetic Counselor will perform variant curation and assist in the reporting of a variety of genetic tests. This position will be responsible for providing case management for complex genetic cases including coordination of testing and ongoing recommendations.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

• Liaison between Fulgent Genetics and other healthcare practitioners such as clinical genetic counselors, physicians, and clients pertaining to available testing options, test standards and limitations, laboratory reporting policies, etc.
• Provides clinical expertise to curation scientist and directors with accessioning inquiries, test order modifications, and result interpretation.
• Contributes to test improvement and new test development.
• Assist with marketing team in patient and physician literature.
• Assist with variant interpretation and reporting.
• Supports laboratory quality assurance standards.

Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience as a laboratory genetic counselor preferred but not required.
• Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) training program.
• Previous experience in variant classification and/or reporting preferred.
• Board certification as a Genetic Counselor by the ABGC or eligibility to take the board exam.
• Broad knowledge of genetics (cancer, cardiac, neuro, pediatric, carrier screening, technology, & etc.).
• Excellent communication and organization skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive and friendly attitude.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

REPORTS TO:

• Director of Genetic Counseling

ENVIRONMENT:
Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
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