Genetic Counselor
Listed on 2026-09-30
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Healthcare
As a Genetic CounselorI, you will play a crucial role in our clinical support team, responsible forfacilitatingcommunication between
Baylor Genetics and professional clients, critical review of laboratory test orders and reports,managing complex casesandprovidingexpert guidance in genetic testing strategies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES
- Communicate effectively with professional clients, ensuring coordination of complex cases and relaying abnormal or intricate results.
Perform critical review oftest ordersandlaboratory reports for accuracy and precision. - Facilitate management of complex cases between various internal teams and external clients
- Act as a liaison between professional clients and laboratory teams.
- Educate and support professional trainees, including genetic counseling students.
- Contribute to new test development, policies, and procedures.
Collaborate on professional manuscripts and presentations related to genetics.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Education: Master of Science or Master of Arts in Genetic Counseling from an ACGC-accredited programorequivalent.
- Experience: Experience (1+ years) in clinical or laboratory genetics preferred.
- Certification: Board certified or Board eligible in
Genetic Counseling by ABMG or ABGC.
COMPETENCIES
- In-depth knowledge of clinical and laboratory genetics along with related resources.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
- Superior organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in analysis and reporting.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within laboratory teams.
- Fundamental understanding of laws governing laboratory functions.
- Proficiency in computer skills, including database management and electronic medical records.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Frequently required to sit.
- Frequently required toutilizehand and finger dexterity.
- Frequently required to talk or hear.
EEO Statement:
Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you needan accommodation during the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.
Preferred
Clinical case coordination & follow-up
Expert
Foundational clinical & lab geneticsExpert
Documentation & case tracking accuracyExpert
Collaboration w/ cross-functional lab teamsExpert
Learn & apply testing protocols/guidelinesExpert
Support trainees & students under supvExpert
Digital systems (LIS, EMR, internal tools)Expert
EducationRequired
Masters or better in Biology.
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