Genetics Counselor

Description

Vitalant is hiring a Genetic Counselor to join our Coagulation Laboratory Genomics Team to establish germ line genetic test offerings for bleeding and clotting disorders. This is an exciting and new division for our laboratory with opportunity to play a major role in the growth and development of our genomics laboratory.

What to Expect

Schedule: Days Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (no w/e no holiday).

Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K + 5% company match

Tuition assistance up to $5k per year

Free basic life and AD&D insurance

Free short-and-long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

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Recognition and perks As a Genetic Counselor, you'll get to:

Explain complex diagnostic and screening tests, reproductive options, risks, benefits and limitations of genetic testing in clear and compassionate language.

Coordinate, interpret, and review genetic test results (including next generation sequencing, Sanger sequencing, PCR-based methods, and DNA fragment analysis), in collaboration with laboratory staff and providers.

Provide pre-analytical support to providers by advising on appropriate test selection based on clinical indications. #LABSTF

Requirements

Masters or PHD in Human Genetics or Genetic Counseling from an ABGC or ABMG accredited program required.

Board certification or eligibility through the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) required. Must be successfully certified within 2 years of completing degree. Must be eligible to apply for a temporary provisional genetic counselor license within applicable state and must obtain full license with reasonable time frame of board certification.

Three years of experience in a clinical or laboratory setting preferred.

Experience with variant interpretation, laboratory reporting, and/or working in a CAP accredited lab preferred.

Experience counseling healthcare providers preferred.