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Genetic Counselor II (FT, 40 Hours) at BioReference Laboratories, Inc.

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland





Job Description:

This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization. OPKO Health is a diversified healthcare company that seeks to establish industry-leading positions in large, rapidly growing markets, including pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and biologics. OPKO's diagnostics business includes BioReference Laboratories, the nation's third-largest and fastest growing clinical laboratory over the last 35 years, which provides diagnostic testing to physician offices, hospitals, and clinics, among others, and GeneDx, a rapidly growing genetics and genomics laboratory that applies cutting edge technologies to make efficient clinical diagnostic testing and interpretation available for individuals with rare and common genetic conditions. Come join our team and become part of something big, by making our patients and customers the highest priority.

GeneDx is seeking a Genetic Counselor II.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

GeneDx is a rapidly growing CAP and CLIA certified diagnostic genetic testing laboratory for molecular genetics. Our historic mission has been to make clinical diagnostic testing available for people with genetic conditions and their families. We apply cutting edge technologies that provide a wide array of molecular genetic diagnostic tests, including whole exome sequencing and next-generation sequencing panels. We specialize in genetic testing for rare hereditary disorders, but also test for common disorders. To learn more about GeneDx, please visit our website at www.genedx.com.

Responsibilities include:


  • Provides expert customer service to GeneDx clients

  • Maintains a broad knowledge of GeneDx tests and serves as an expert for a group of genetic tests

  • Writes genetic test reports at advanced level, including creating new report templates as needed

  • Provides continuing education for GeneDx staff

  • Attends and represents GeneDx at educational and professional meetings


Qualifications include:

  • Master's degree from an accredited genetic counseling program

  • 6+ months in a clinical/research genetic counseling position or practical diagnostic laboratory experience

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills


Benefits include:

  • Benefits include:

  • Benefits include:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, LT/ST disability plans

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • 401K retirement savings plan with company match

  • Employee Discounts

  • Regular performance appraisals

  • Many promotions from within

  • Business casual dress code





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