Genetic Counselor Associate - 16 hrs/wk

Children's Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Nebraska in Omaha is seeking a Genetic Counseling Associate to support genetic counselors and medical geneticists across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will help ensure accurate information is available to the care team and communicate findings effectively across sites.

The role emphasizes data entry, coordination of genetic testing, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary genetics team to deliver high-quality care for patients across the lifespan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• 1 year healthcare or administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient cases by organizing prior clinical notes and records.
• Review prior genetic and other test results to inform evaluation.
• Document personal and family medical histories.
• Coordinate genetic testing with labs and insurance paperwork.
• Follow up with patients and track outstanding results.
• Draft test result letters to patients and providers.
• Provide miscellaneous support to supervisors or genetics staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Teamwork

Independent work

Minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Schedule: 16 hrs per week / Mon-Fri varied schedule

Schedule: 16 hrs per week / Mon-Fri varied schedule

At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve.

Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview

The Genetic Counseling Associate (GCA) plays an essential role in supporting genetic counselors and medical geneticists in delivering high-quality care to patients across the lifespan. This position involves working in both inpatient and outpatient settings, across multiple clinical sites. The GCA contributes significantly to the efficiency and effectiveness of the genetics care team by ensuring accurate and timely information is available and effectively communicated across the care team.

Essential Functions

• Clinical Responsibilities:
  • Preparing patient cases by obtaining and organizing prior clinical notes and medical records from various specialties
  • Conducting detailed review and retrieval of prior genetic and other relevant test results to streamline clinical evaluation
  • Gathering and documenting comprehensive personal and family medical histories
  • Coordinating genetic testing with laboratories, including completing necessary paperwork and navigating insurance requirements
  • Managing follow-up communication with patients and tracking outstanding genetic test results
  • Ensuring relevant clinical and genetic information is accurately deployed to the appropriate providers to support coordinated care
• Administrative Responsibilities:
  • Maintain database (Data Entry) on genetic testing being done on clinic patients
  • Manage list of pending results and perform follow-up when required
  • Draft test result letters to patients and referring providers.
  • Provide Miscellaneous support to supervisors or genetics personnel
    

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma Required and
• Associate's Degree Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 1 year Prior experience in healthcare setting or in administrative position Preferred

Skills And Abilities

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and confidentiality
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Team orientated profession with ability to work independently
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!