Laboratory Genetic Counseling Assistant

Description

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Summary:

The Laboratory Genetic Counseling (GC) Assistant provides
technical and administrative support to Certified Genetic Counselors (CGCs) in
a laboratory setting. This non-patient-facing role focuses on supporting
genetic testing workflows, documentation, order review, quality initiatives,
and provider communication. The Laboratory GC Assistant plays a vital role in
ensuring accurate, efficient, and compliant delivery of genetic testing
services across the health system.

Responsibilities:
1.Genetic Counseling Support
oReview test requisitions, order forms, and documentation for completeness and accuracy.
oTrack test status and facilitate communication with providers regarding results or additional documentation needs.
oCoordinate with reference laboratories for send-out testing, clarify orders, and assist with test selection guidance.
oMonitor genetic testing workflows and utilization patterns, escalating complex or potentially redundant or duplicative testing scenarios to CGCs.
2.Administrative and Operational Support
oMaintain internal test information databases, testing logs, and documentation systems related to clinical genetic testing.
oAssist in drafting laboratory technologist or clinical provider-facing educational materials under CGC supervision.
oFacilitate routine communication with providers regarding test results or procedural updates.
oSupport data collection and reporting for lab service performance and case tracking.
3.Quality and Research Support
oAssist CGCs in tracking and analyzing test utilization, redundant testing, or inappropriate test orders.
oHelp manage quality assurance initiatives by documenting specimen issues and updating workflows.
oMaintain internal reference materials and testing requirements.
oSupport the implementation of new lab interfaces, protocols or workflow improvements based on evolving genetic testing standards.

Other information:
Education Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Genetics, Biology, Health Science, or a related field.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
* None required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
* None required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
* *Strong understanding of genetic terminology and knowledge of laboratory workflows
*Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
*Proficiency in data entry and basic database tools
*Excellent written and verbal communication
*Experience in laboratory or healthcare environments preferred but not required

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Referral Testing Services

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range:$23.01 - $33.07 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.