Job Details

Genetic Counselor Assistant

Position Number: 9776227
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

Genetic Counselor Assistant

Job Summary

Job Summary:
The Division of Pediatric Medical Genetics has an immediate opening for a Genetic CounselorAssistant (GCA), in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. This position is part of the patient through-put team and supports the various providers in Medical Genetics, including geneticist, genetic counselors and other clinicians with administrative functions, including triaging and prepping incoming cases for geneticist and genetic counselor review. The position will include patient-facing time, including consenting for genetic testing and obtaining samples (cheek swabs) for these tests. Additional responsibilities include ordering genetic testing, entering patient data into the tracking database, coordinating and scheduling appointments, updating patients' electronic medical records, routing telephone calls, assisting with creation of educational materials and patient letters, participating in team meetings and performance/quality improvement projects, and other duties assigned.
This position is posted at multiple job levels. Each level has distinct qualifications, responsibilities, which will be evaluated during the selection process. Final placement, including the associated pay rate, will be determined based on business needs and budget considerations.

Department Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit: http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/. Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.
Benefits Summary:
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Employee Health Requirements:
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions:

Reviews referrals and triages patients for appropriateness of genetic services.
Obtains and abstracts medical records in for clinical appointments.
Assists with patient chart reviews and case preparation for genetic counselors and other clinicians, as directed.
Obtains informed consent for genetic testing.
Assists in coordinating genetic testing for family members, including both diagnostic and research-related genetic testing.
Obtains patient samples, including cheek swabs, for genetic testing.
Coordinates and researches insurance coverage and authorization requirements for genetic testing.
Enters patient visit and genetic testing data into the patient tracking database.
Assists in preparing letters of medical necessity under the guidance of a genetic counselor.
Provides patients and families with updates regarding insurance authorizations, coverage decisions, and status of testing.
Assists with appointment scheduling and responds to phone inquiries related to genetic services.
Assists in preparing and distributing patient follow-up correspondence regarding genetic testing results.
Composes and prepares correspondence, newsletters, presentations, and other program materials as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

The following job levels and associated pay rates will be considered based on job placement. Final placement, including the corresponding pay rate, will be determined by the department in alignment with business needs and budget considerations.
Program Assistant, I
Provide daily assistance in support of one or more programs for the university. Schedule meetings and special events. Answer questions from the public. Assist in the development of promotional and informational program materials. Coordinate volunteer schedules and training. Responsibilities may include fundraising, budgeting, and community outreach for assigned program(s). Perform routine tasks as directed and under close supervision.Requires little to no related experience.This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track.Job Code: SZ3721Grade: S13Expected Pay Range: $16.12 to $20.29 Program Assistant, II
Provide daily assistance in support of one or more programs for the university. Schedule meetings and special events. Answer questions from the public. Assist in the development of promotional and informational program materials. Coordinate volunteer schedules and training. Responsibilities may include fundraising, budgeting, and community outreach for assigned program(s). Completes routine tasks under moderate supervision.Requires at least 1 year of related experience.This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track.Job Code: SZ3722Grade: S14Expected Pay Range: $17.33 to $21.81Disclaimer:This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Program Assistant,, I: Requires little to no related experience.
Program Assistant,, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Preferences

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN45955B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday Friday, 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs.Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.
Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $16.12 to $21.81
Close Date: 11/19/2026
Open Until Filled:

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