Genetic Counselor Assistant

2 days ago
Baltimore, Maryland — Hybrid$40K - $66KFull TimeGenetics

Job Description

About the Role

Join Kennedy Krieger Institute as a Genetic Counselor Assistant – Hybrid in United States.

Key Responsibilities

  • time, and specimen
  • Coordinate all aspects of genetic testing, including researching appropriate genetic test options, communicating with external laboratories regarding pricing, turn-around-time, and specimen

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with successful completion of at least one undergraduate coursework in genetics.
  • Cover letter submitted with application.
  • Willingness to relocate to the Baltimore, Maryland area.
  • Minimum two

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $40K - $66K

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.

Apply to join Kennedy Krieger Institute as a Genetic Counselor Assistant – Hybrid.

Key Skills

Genetic testing coordinationClinical documentationPatient communicationInsurance preauthorizationReferral triageMedical record reviewData entryLiterature searchGenomic database searchClinical schedulingProfessionalismCollaboration
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Genetic Counselor Assistant position at Kennedy Krieger Institute includes the following lifestyle factors: remote work flexibility. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Genetics — Physician Career Context

This Genetics position at Kennedy Krieger Institute is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Remote physician positions in Genetics have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.

Compensation Analysis

Kennedy Krieger Institute lists compensation for this physician position at $40k to $66k annually.

Location & Logistics

This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
  • Transparent compensation ($40k–$66k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Genetic testing coordination, Clinical documentation, Patient communication, Insurance preauthorization, Referral triage, Medical record review, Data entry, Literature search. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Genetics role.

Core responsibilities: The Genetic Counselor Assistant supports clinical genetic counselors by coordinating genetic testing, managing insurance preauthorizations, and handling patient communications. They also assist with clinic scheduling, maintain clinical databases, and prepare documentation for patient visits.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Professional Development, Mentorship. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Kennedy Krieger Institute

Hospitals and Health Care
Columbia, Maryland
0-2

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Mentorship

Protective Factors (1)

Hybrid work (Schedule flexibility ↓ burnout)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

2d ago

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