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Genetic Counselor

Job in Northern, Floyd County, Kentucky, USA
Listing for: Baylor Genetics
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-30
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 78000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 78000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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.

Qualifications Skills
Preferred
Clinical case coordination & follow-up

Expert

Foundational clinical & lab genetics

Expert

Documentation & case tracking accuracy

Expert

Collaboration w/ cross-functional lab teams

Expert

Learn & apply testing protocols/guidelines

Expert

Support trainees & students under supv

Expert

Digital systems (LIS, EMR, internal tools)

Expert

Education
Required

Masters or better in Biology.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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