[Hiring] Genetic Counselor Clinical Reviewer @Cigna Healthcare
Role Description
- The Genetic Counselor is responsible for the following:
- 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 by the 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 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.
Company Description
Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.