Genetic Counselor Reviewer

TimeABOUT THE ROLEPosition Summary: Our team provides this specialized expertise via multiple modalities, including utilization management, policy writing and advising, general consulting, laboratory stewardship, and clinical algorithm and technological solutions. We employ evidence-based best practice standards to support the appropriate and responsible use of genetic testing within the healthcare system as a whole. Essential Functions● Use critical thinking skills and genetics expertise to review clinical genetic testing requests for medical necessity and alignment with health plan policies and professional society guidelines● Provide education to healthcare providers, medical directors and clients regarding appropriate utilization of genetic testing● Utilize and maintain proprietary content and software platforms for managing genetic testing authorization requests accurately and efficiently● Ensure the timely completion of client deliverables while adhering to all regulatory and compliance requirements● Work with direct supervisor and collaborate with other team members to meet overall division and company objectives● Share knowledge and think critically about process improvement opportunities● Participate in regular division and departmental meetings, where goals, processes, and strategies are communicated● Contribute to a positive company culture● Weekly attendance in team meetings● Collaboration with team members on projects and/or cases● Respond to all deadlines in a timely manner● Maintain expected case volume and compliance according to key performance indicators (KPIs)

ABOUT YOU: Your Education & Experience● Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling or Human Genetics● Certified diplomate of the American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics● Licensed Genetic Counselor in the state in which he/she resides, if applicable● A minimum of 2 years experience as a clinical genetic counselor or comparable professional experience● Additional expertise in public health, public policy, statistics, business, or computer science preferred Your Competencies● Confident and decisive, even when it requires taking risks● Work well in a dynamic environment and quickly adaptive to change● Proactive and invigorated by new challenges● Well-organized, superior at multi-tasking● Above average IT skills; comfortable with new software, able to troubleshoot● Efficient and effective at time management● Compassionate and empathetic, excellent communication skills (oral and written), effective tele-communications skills● Open to constructive feedback and motivated to achieve new goals● Self-directed with the ability to maintain a balance between life and work