Genetic Counselor I

Overview

The Genetic Counselor I functions as a remote-based member of the Patient Education Team (PET) within the Medical Services department. The main role involves interacting with patients and supporting teammates.

Schedule : This position is full time, day time hours Monday through Friday. The actual shift that the team member plans to work is flexible but requires working pacific time closing hours (3-5pm PST). This position is a US based remote position.

Responsibility

This position requires a majority of time on patient pre and post-test education interactions and may include opportunities to work on special projects. Occasional travel may be required in support of patient education, training or other corporate-related activities. Genetic Counselors are expected to be consistently available to communicate with patients during their scheduled shifts. Essential duties of the position include :

• Client Support :

Patient interactions for pre and post-test education is the core responsibility of the Genetic Counselor role.

Maintains current clinical knowledge for Myriad products supported by the Patient Education Team.

Opportunities to participate in inter and intra-departmental and team projects may be available.

Manages time and expense budget.

Opportunities to participate in research studies may be available.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Lifting Requirements - light work or exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently.

Physical Requirements - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to listen and communicate verbally and in writing with patients pre- and post-test for patient education regarding aspects of commercial Myriad One products.

Use of equipment and tools - Genetic Counselors must be able to complete administrative work and documentation of patient / provider interactions on a variety of software applications and databases with or without a reasonable accommodation.

EEO

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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