[Hiring] Genetic Counselor Clinical Reviewer @The Cigna Group
Role Description
- Laboratory molecular and genetic testing clinical case review activities.
- Evaluate telephone, fax, or web requests for authorization of coverage of molecular and genetic laboratory requests from physician offices; comparing requests against established clinical protocols; and authorizing coverage of services or referring requests for expert clinical review as appropriate.
- Be available as an expert advisor for physicians and labs on the appropriate use of genetic testing, including new and cutting-edge tests entering the market.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in genetic counseling.
- Board certified American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics.
- Licensure (if available) in state of residence.
- 2+ years of experience as a Genetic Counselor.
- Experience with computer data entry, customer service, and managed care beneficial.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly explain complex medical information in both verbal and written form.
- Ability to work independently, be flexible and adaptable.
- Comfort and familiarity with pediatric, adult, and perinatal genetics and related genetic tests.
- If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
Benefits
- Annual salary of 73,200 - 122,000 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
- Eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
- Comprehensive range of benefits focusing on whole health, starting on day one of employment.
- Health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs.
- 401(k) plan.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- A minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays.