Job Description

Department

MMGE - GENE TESTING LAB (IN-GTL-IUINA)

Department Information

One of the first human genetics departments in the country, the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at the Indiana University (IU) School of Medicine has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. Currently ranked 5th in the nation among Genetics Departments for National Institute of Health (NIH) Funding, received in 2023, the department contributes to the understanding of numerous genetic conditions through the integration of basic research in genetic and genomic mechanisms, translational research in disease models, and clinical trials in rare and common genetic diseases.

Job Summary

This role integrates a certified genetic counselor into the Indiana University Genetic Testing Laboratories within the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics. The genetic counselor will serve as a key member of the laboratory team, acting as a primary liaison between the laboratory and referring physicians, ordering providers, and other healthcare professionals. The clinical laboratory genetic counselor will also have opportunities to participate in teaching and mentoring but will not be involved in direct patient care.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and education on appropriate genetic testing.
• Supports clinical laboratory directors in the context of genomic testing.
• Contributes to pre-analytic sample and data review, phenotype curation, genomic analysis and interpretation, result communication, and provider engagement.
• Supervises learners as well as delivers didactic instruction to graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and clinical fellows.
• Works with clients to effectively coordinate the submission of test orders, consents, previous records, and all appropriate samples to complete complex genetic testing orders.
• Assists with the process of pre-analytic data curation by gathering necessary information from submitting physicians and health care providers to provide optimal specimen handling and processing.
• Provides customer service and serve as the point of contact for ordering physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Prepares cases for evaluation, which may include medical record review, research of conditions, psychosocial assessment, evaluation of appropriate testing options, and variant analysis.
• Summarizes results of analyses and effectively communicate results in both written and verbal formats.
• Provides follow-up where appropriate and communication to physicians regarding the significance of test results.
• Teaches all levels of departmental and IU School of Medicine trainees about the role of the laboratory genetic counselor including professionalism, informed consent, regulations, and quality assurance.
• Participates in the departmental educational conferences pertinent to clinical genetic and laboratory training.
• Maintains appropriate notes in patient records and participate in development/revision/data mining of all laboratory requisitions and databases.
• Assists in developing relevant clinical and lab policies regarding new tests.
• Participates in drafting/submitting articles/abstracts for publications, posters and/or presentations and participates in conferences to share the experiences of IU Genetic Testing Labs.

General Responsibilities

• Identifies appropriate tests for particular condition(s), interprets test results, and advises on appropriate follow-ups following counseling.
• Prepares cases for evaluation, which may include medical record review, research of conditions, psychosocial assessments, and evaluations of appropriate testing options.
• Provides genetics education to groups and individuals upon request. Target audiences could include, but are not limited to, healthcare providers, schools, and community groups.
• Contributes to ongoing research efforts related to the evaluation and improvement of the genetic counseling field.
• Develops new study and information materials.
• Keeps up-to-date on genetics education via continuing education efforts.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Master's degree in genetic science, counseling, or related field.
• American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) board certified or ABGC board eligible.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Some experience as a genetic counselor.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Eligible for genetic counseling license in the state of Indiana or other state(s) as necessary for job duties.

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Promotes information sharing.
• Develops and delivers effective presentations.

Working Conditions / Demands

The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Work Location

Indiana University Indianapolis

Indianapolis, Indiana

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.

Advertised Salary

$72,393.80 - $82,393.80 per year based on experience and internal equity within the department.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Career

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Genetics

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