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ThedaCare

Genetic Counselor Assistant

Appleton, WI · On-site

The Genetic Counselor Assistant (GCA) is an integral part of the Genetics team and contributes to the management of diverse aspects of the service, including the coordination of care for patients ...

Endeavor Health

Genetic Counselor Assistant

Evanston, IL · On-site

$19.89 - $28.84/hr

Genetics Counselor Assistant, Department of Medical Genetics * Location: Evanston Hospital - Evanston, IL * Full Time What you will do: * Provide brief conversation related to the benefits of testing ...

NorthShore

Genetic Counselor Assistant

Evanston, IL · On-site

$19.89 - $28.84/hr

Genetics Counselor Assistant, Department of Medical Genetics * Location: Evanston Hospital - Evanston, IL * Full Time What you will do: * Provide brief conversation related to the benefits of testing ...

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Assists genetic counselors in providing support to patients and families by collecting and organizing medical information, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate records. Essential ...

Hunterdon Health

Genetic Counselor

Flemington, NJ · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Minimum of one to two (2) years genetic counseling experience or experience as a genetic counseling assistant. Oncology experience Cancer risk assessment experience and Health Education in the ...

Hunterdon Health

Genetic Counselor

Flemington, NJ · On-site

Minimum of one to two (2) years genetic counseling experience or experience as a genetic counseling assistant. Oncology experience Cancer risk assessment experience and Health Education in the ...

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How much do genetic counselor assistant jobs pay per month?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average monthly pay for genetic counselor assistant in the United States is $4,126.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $3,250.00 and $4,833.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Genetic Counselor Assistants?

Genetic Counselor Assistants are professionals who support genetic counselors in their daily work. They help with tasks such as collecting patient information, managing paperwork, coordinating appointments, and preparing laboratory samples. Their role allows genetic counselors to focus more on direct patient care and complex case management. Genetic Counselor Assistants do not provide medical advice but play a key role in ensuring that the genetic counseling process runs smoothly and efficiently.

What Does a Genetic Counselor Assistant Do?

As a genetic counselor assistant, your responsibilities are to provide support to a genetic counselor, perform numerous administrative and clerical duties, and interact with the counseling office’s patients and families to get a medical history and provide them with more information about the services and procedures at the clinic. Your clerical work includes organizing medical information and forms, filling out insurance billing paperwork, and scheduling patient appointments. You may also help genetic counselors to test new products or ensure that equipment and best practices are up to date.

What are some typical responsibilities of a Genetic Counselor Assistant, and how do they support the genetic counseling team?

Genetic Counselor Assistants (GCAs) handle various administrative and preparatory tasks that support genetic counselors and streamline patient care. Typical responsibilities include managing patient intake forms, gathering family and medical histories, coordinating genetic testing logistics, and updating electronic health records. GCAs also assist with scheduling, handle correspondence with patients and laboratories, and may help prepare educational materials. By managing these critical support tasks, GCAs free up genetic counselors to focus on complex counseling sessions and interpretation of genetic results, making them integral members of the genetics team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Genetic Counselor Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Genetic Counselor Assistant, you need a background in biology or related sciences, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills, often supported by a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with genetic testing databases, EHR systems, and laboratory information management systems is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and teamwork abilities help you support patients and collaborate effectively with genetic counselors and healthcare teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate information management, high-quality patient support, and efficient clinic operations.
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Genetic Counselor Assistant

University of Pittsburgh Physicians

Pittsburgh, PA

Other

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

UPMC Department of Pediatrics is hiring a full-time Genetic Counselor Assistant to join their team at Children's Hospital! This is a Monday through Friday daylight position with the hours of 8am to 4:30pm. No evenings or weekends!

Purpose:
Perform administrative and basic duties necessary to assist genetic counselors in providing counseling and risk assessment for genetic conditions to patients and families.
Responsibilities:

  • Assist in clinical investigations in genetics by performing literature searches as well recruiting patients to enroll in ongoing studies.
  • Assist genetic counselors in preparing and organizing materials for genetics lectures/seminars.
  • Enter patient data into computer software.
  • Coordinate insurance coverage for genetic testing of patients.
  • Create and upgrade patient pedigrees.
  • Assist genetic counselors by communicating normal test results to patients and physicians by phone and/or in writing.
  • Perform necessary administrative duties- answer phone calls, assist patients in scheduling appointments, administer patient intake forms and complete family histories.
  • Responsible for alerting the genetic counselor if the mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the clinical care of any patient are necessary.
  • Assist in the operation and maintenance of the genetic databases.
  • Bachelors degree in genetics/genetic counseling, biology, chemistry, or other science/ health-related field required.
  • Experience in medical facility, currently in or completion of genetics rotations clinical program preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products required.
  • Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in order to interact with patients and families.
  • Must also possess strong organization and multi-tasking skills.
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal


UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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