Genetic Counselor Assistant I, Accession Checking
Core
Support genetic counseling teams by reviewing test orders, managing holds, coordinating patient scheduling, and ensuring operational accuracy in genetic testing workflows.
Role type
Entry-level operational support specialist for genetic counseling
Builds
Efficient genetic testing workflows and patient access to counseling services
Domain
Healthcare / Genomics / Rare Disease Diagnostics
Deliverable
Dashboards & analysis / Client delivery
Required skills
Test order review, hold management, patient scheduling, system documentation, client communication, discrepancy resolution, protocol compliance
Preferred skills
Knowledge of genetic counseling assistance, proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, mathematical reasoning
Technologies
Microsoft Office 365, internal test ordering and scheduling systems
Responsibilities
Review genetic test orders for completeness and appropriateness; Facilitate test setup by linking samples and controls; Document order details and updates in internal systems; Notify clients of issues and resolve discrepancies; Coordinate patient scheduling for genetic counseling; Support the Patient Counseling Team with follow-up tasks; Escalate complex or atypical cases to supervisors or genetic counselors.
Seniority
Entry-level, individual contributor