Genetic Counselor – Lab Based

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Genetic Counselor providing expertise in genetic testing for Labcorp's laboratory operations in Santa Fe, NM. Role involves client coordination, education, and communication of test results.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide subject matter expertise about genetic testing for clients
  • Review incoming prenatal and postnatal specimens for the cytogenetics laboratory to ensure that appropriate testing has been ordered and that essential information about the patient has been provided
  • Coordinate prenatal molecular and/or non-molecular testing for clients including specimen management, send-out and reporting of results
  • Communicate abnormal test results to health care professionals and provide recommendations for appropriate follow-up
  • Provide active guidance to clients, lab support staff and sales team through ongoing informal education, case conference presentations, and client in-services
  • Collaborate on publications and other projects as opportunities arise

Requirements:

  • Masters degree in Human Genetics or Genetic Counseling
  • ABGC board certification or active candidate status
  • New Mexico state license in Genetic Counseling or ability to obtain prior to start date
  • 2 or more years experience as a Genetic Counselor Assistant with Labcorp Women’s Health & Genetics specialty division preferred
  • 1 or more years laboratory genetic counseling experience, post completion of Masters degree preferred
  • Highly organized, including excellent time management skills
  • Strong multi-tasking ability with excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • Strong computer skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Previous experience with LIS systems highly desired
  • Ability to quickly learn new tasks.

Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • STD/LTD
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan