Clinical Inquiry Specialist-Genetic Counselor

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Position Overview The Clinical Inquiry Specialist-Genetic Counselor for precision oncology is responsible for handling clinical, technical, and scientific inquiries from internal and external clients of our portfolio of precision oncology products. They will be relied upon to follow all department protocols and to identify and report problems or issues to the Clinical Inquiry Specialist Manager. Essential Duties Include, but are not limited to, the following: Provide clinical expertise to laboratory staff and molecular geneticists with accessioning inquiries, test order modifications, and results interpretation. Collaborate with molecular geneticists and other departments to provide high quality, timely test results and to achieve other organizational goals and objectives. Contribute to marketing and business development by assisting in the writing of marketing materials and website content, promoting the company at scientific meetings and industry conferences, and networking with other genetic counselors. Support client and public education through the development of educational materials and public speaking. Maintain professional certification through ongoing education. Facilitate intake and implementation of Special Projects. Perform specialized tasks beyond standard genetic counselor duties. Assist with training genetic counseling assistants. Deep and broad knowledge of human genetics. General understanding of personalized health care and the rapidly changing practices of clinical genetics, laboratory medicine, and informatics. Ability to tailor, translate, and communicate complex information in a simple, relevant way to a broad range of audiences. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Interest in promoting teamwork, collaboration, and consensus-building. Ability to dissect and analyze a complex problem. Excellent verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated skill in setting priorities and multi-tasking. Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork. Support and comply with the companys Quality Management System policies and procedures. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization. Visual acuity is required to view the computer screen and patient records. The physical ability to stand or sit for up to 50 minutes during each hour is necessary in order to perform laboratory and computer tasks. Hearing acuity is required to receive warnings of laboratory danger and to hear telephones, door bells and security alarms. The ability to maneuver through out the building is necessary to access computers, printers, laboratories and personnel. Ability to work designated schedule. Will work within standard office and genetic testing laboratory areas. Some local and overnight travel is required to meet with clients and attend conferences. Minimum Qualifications Masters Degree Genetic Counseling. ABGC/CCGC Board Certified or eligible. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications 2+ years experience in an Oncology Genetics clinical role. Experience with multiple oncology related genomic technologies such as tumor NGS, ctDNA, and Molecular Residual Disease assays The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 $122,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Research and Discovery DIVISION: ONCO Cancer Diagnostics LOCATION: United States of America : Remote ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. 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