Genetic Counseling Associate

Requisition Details GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION EEO Statement: UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Location Omaha, NE Requisition Number: Staff_14656 Department MMI Genetic Medicine 50000694 Business Unit Munroe-Meyer Institute Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Hours May Vary Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity Position Summary The genetic counseling assistant (GCA) will work closely with and under direct supervision of genetic counselors and medical geneticists who serve patients with and at risk for inherited medical conditions. This could include involvement with the Pediatric and Adult Genetics Clinics, hospital consults, and out-state genetics clinics. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: assisting in case preparation, coordinating follow-up with patients and lab personnel, contacting patients to document health and family history, completing documentation required for genetic testing and managing a list of pending genetic test results. Position Details Additional Information Posting Category Operations Working Title Genetic Counseling Associate Job Title Admin Bus Op Associate (Clk) Salary Grade AB13H Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY Salary Range $19.038 - $28.558/hourly Job Requisition Begin Date 04/09/2026 Application Review Date 04/16/2026 Review Date Information: Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered. Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education: Associate's degree or equivalent If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major) Healthcare, Science or Business related field (Will consider four years related education/experience) Required Experience 2 years If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: Experience working with the public (Will consider four years related education/experience) Required License No If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Word Required Other Computer Applications: Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 1) The individual in this position also has contact with individuals and families who are in distress. It is important that this interaction be done in a confidential, sensitive and empathetic manner, since issues that are involved (e.g. death of an infant, birth of a baby with multiple malformations, recognition of a genetic disorder within a family etc.) are often emotion-laden and anxiety producing for the family. 2) This individual will need to be extremely organized and have the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with patients and members of the genetics division. Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type: Science related field. Preferred Experience: Experience working with patients with disabilities and/or experience with genetics in laboratory setting. Preferred License: No If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?: Preferred Computer Applications: Preferred Other Computer Applications: EPIC Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Email to a Friend https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/97441