What are the responsibilities and job description for the Genetic Counselor position at Genosity, Inc?
Genetic Counselor
Genosity is seeking a highly-motivated, detail-oriented counselor to join our team. This individual will be responsible for drafting clinical reports, communicating genetic testing results to Genosity clients when needed. Candidates should have a good understanding of NGS diagnostic testing.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Interpret NGS results in clinical context using concise language
- Review and summarize medical genetic diagnosis, etiology, inheritance patterns, and risk of occurrence and reoccurrence
- Compose patient reports in a timely manner
- Recommend genetic testing to patients and families as needed
- Prepare and submit Genosity abstracts, publications, and posters
- Train and onboard other genetic counselors
- Support variant review analysts and geneticists on R&D and technical projects related to Genosity laboratory services when needed
- Coordinate between different contacts internally, ordering physicians, and clients in order to ensure seamless transitions throughout the counseling process
- Coordinate between different contacts internally, with our partners, and clients in order to ensure seamless transitions throughout the implementation process when needed
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s degree in human genetics, health sciences or a related degree
- ABGC certification or active candidate status required
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and comprehend medical diagnoses
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Benefits include:
- Health, dental, vision
- Casual environment
- Opportunity to experience start-up culture
Please send your resume to hr@genosity.com to apply for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.