Genetic Counselor Assistant

Details

Open Date 09/28/2026

Requisition Number PRN
46326B

Job Title Program Assistants

Working Title Genetic Counselor Assistant

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.

VP Area U of U Health
- Academics

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $16.12 to $21.81

Close Date 12/28/2026

Priority Review Date (Note
- Posting may close at any time)

The Division of Neurology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer

F. Eccles School of Medicine is seeking a Genetic Counseling Assistant ( GCA ). This position provides clinical and administrative support to physicians, genetic counselors, and other staff within the Division of Pediatric Neurology.

The GCA works closely with patients and their families while assisting with appointment scheduling, genetic test coordination and ordering, and triaging and addressing provider and patient inquiries. Additional responsibilities include supporting a variety of clinical, research, and administrative functions that support patient care and ongoing research initiatives.

This position is posted at multiple job levels. Each level has distinct qualifications, responsibilities, which will be evaluated during the selection process. Final placement, including the associated pay rate, will be determined based on business needs and budget considerations.

The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit: http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/ Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
• 14.2% retirement contributions
• Generous paid leave time
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Flex spending accounts
• Variety of elective insurance coverage
  , including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
• Free transit on most UTA services
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
• Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Employee Health Requirements:

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all…