LABORATORY GENETIC COUNSELOR

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking a Laboratory Genetic Counselor to support genomic testing in a premier academic health system. The role involves reviewing test orders, mentoring staff, and resolving testing issues. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and experience in genetics within a laboratory setting.

Benefits

Generous benefits and work/life programs

Qualifications

• 2-3 years clinical or research experience in genetics.
• Experience in a CLIA-laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to distill summaries from complex literature.

Responsibilities

• Assist with genomic testing issues and review test orders.
• Compose reports with laboratory medical directors.
• Mentor genetic counselors and support clinical genomic analysis.

Skills

Strong teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's Degree in Genetics, Genetic Counselor or Genomics

Job description

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Department: UW MEDICINE LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY

Posting Date: 06/13/2025

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $8,900.00 - $10,600 per month

Limited Recruitment:

Open to Department employees only


Shift: First Shift

Notes: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230119_a11y.pdf)


THE DEPARTMENT OF LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY

has an outstanding opportunity for a

LABORATORY GENETIC COUNSELOR 2

.


WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
• 100% onsite
• Day Shift DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
• Support as a senior Genetic counselor in a laboratory setting for various diagnostic tests in the field of genomics.
• Will be part of a large team of genetic counselors, variant review scientists and genetic counseling assistants
• Support a variety of clinical tests, research and QI activities as part of the Genetics Division PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with the resolution of genomic and cytogenetic testing issues, such as inadequate specimens, questions regarding variants, and research enrollment
• Review genomic and cytogenetic test orders for urgency and accuracy
• Compose reports with laboratory medical directors, genetic counselors, and variant review scientists
• With lab directors or supervisor support, call out preliminary results, abnormal results, or unusual results to ordering provider, as needed
• Compose reports with laboratory medical directors, genetic counselors, and variant review scientists
• Participate in laboratory’s program for analyzing variants of uncertain significance
• Work with Genomic Analysis Manager to develop and update procedures and job-aids for the clinical genomic analysis (CGA) team
• Mentor/consultant to genetic counselor(s) and other members of the CGA team such as variant review scientists, genetic counseling assistants, and student assistants
• Perform analysis and variant interpretation for service area of expertise such as exome sequencing, somatic and inherited cancer panels, constitutional and neoplasia SNP array etc.
• Work with directors, variant review scientists and laboratory staff to solve complex client inquiries/issues, and provide follow-up to research principal investigators
• Serve as backup for GC Lead to assist with lead tasks including, but not limited to, scheduling in-service for staff, schedule orientations and onboarding activities for new employees, residents, students, and other health care professionals, and submit written evaluation of staff as needed REQUIREMENTS
• Master's Degree in Genetics, Genetic Counselor or Genomics
• 2-3 years clinical or research experience in genetics
• At least two years of experience in a CLIA-laboratory environment collaborating with R&D, bioinformatics, laboratory technicians, clinical directors and other crucial departments in a laboratory environment
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly distill concise and succinct summaries from complex and potentially contradictory literature sources
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and work under tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Equivalent experience may substitute for degree requirement ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
  
  

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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