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Assistant Genetic Counseling - Pediatrics Genetics

Washington University in St. Louis·Ann Arbor, Michigan

$19 - $29/hr·Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly
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0-2 yrs
·Posted 12 days ago
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About the role

Provides clinical and research support to the genetics team to maximize the efficiency of genetic counselors. Key tasks include coordinating genetic testing, managing insurance authorizations, and triaging patient requests.

Location: Saint louis, mo 63110

Scheduled hours: 40

Position Summary

Works closely with members of the genetics team to provide excellent and timely patient care by providing support for clinical and research activities to maximize the efficiency of genetic counselors’ efforts.

Job Description

Primary

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Contacts insurance companies to facilitate genetic test coverage and assists in the writing of letters of medical necessity.
  • Submits and tracks benefits investigations for genetic testing and communicates outcomes with families.
  • Completes patient information on lab requisition forms for genetic testing.
  • Prints and sends clinical information for laboratory testing.
  • Coordinates and provides instructions for patient lab draws.
  • Contacts laboratories with general inquiries such as status of patient results.
  • Assists the genetic counselors with triaging incoming requests from patients and providers as well as coordinates patient appointments and testing.
  • Contacts patients for follow up information, general inquiries as well as routine normal test results.
  • Assists with research activities such as data entry.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

  • Job
  • Location/Working
  • Conditions:
  • Normal office environment.
  • Patient care setting.

Physical Effort

  • Typically sitting at desk or table.
  • Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More about this job

Required Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Certification or obtains certification within one month of employment. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Communication, Exercises Judgment, Healthcare Environments, Medical Sciences, Microsoft Office, Office Equipment, Organizational Savvy, Psychology

GRADE

C07-H

Salary Range

$19.93 - $29.93 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ [https://hr.wustl.edu/careers/external-applicant-faq/].

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu [CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits: Statement

Personal

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

  • Wellness
  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit

https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ [https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/]

Eeo statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required upon hire or within one month of employment.

  • bachelor degree
  • Communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Office Equipment
  • Psychology
  • Organizational Savvy
  • Healthcare Environments
  • Exercises Judgment
  • Medical Sciences

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $29/hr
Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Application
Employer website
WU

Hiring organization

Washington University in St. Louis

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TypePrivately Held
Size501-1,000 employees
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Market context

Pediatric genetics support roles in demand

In Michigan, pediatric genetics support roles are typically tied to children’s hospitals, specialty clinics, and academic medical centers, where demand follows referrals for inherited conditions and family counseling support. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for strong communication skills, comfort with sensitive family conversations, and readiness to meet credentialing requirements such as a bachelor’s degree and BLS soon after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm the original posting for clinic setting and onboarding details before applying.

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