Job Description
Requisition Details GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement: UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_14662
Department MMI Genetic Medicine 50000694
Business Unit Munroe-Meyer Institute
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Hours May Vary
Remote/Telecommuting Hybrid (part-time working on site, part-time working off-site)
Position Summary Functions as a genetic counselor; provides direct patient services, provides educational experiences for students and health care professionals.
Position Details Additional Information Posting Category Healthcare
Working Title Certified Genetic Counselor
Job Title Health Care Specialist
Salary Grade HC26S
Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range $76,900 - $123,000/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date 04/09/2026
Application Review Date 04/17/2026
Review Date Information: Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education: Relevant coursework/specialized training
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)Completion of Master’s Level Training Program accredited by the American Board of Genetic Counseling or will consider candidates that are currently enrolled in Master’s program in Clinical Genetics/Genetics Counseling.
Required Experience No Experience
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: NA
Required License Yes
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?Certified or certified eligible for certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or be eligible to obtain certification one year from hire date.
Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Word
Required Other Computer Applications: Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of clinical genetics and medical care.
2. Counseling skills
3. Computer skills appropriate for laboratory and clinical case management
4. Effective oral and written presentation and communication skills
5. Superior organizational skills and the ability to work independently
Preferred Education: Master's degree
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type: Clinical Genetics or Genetic Counseling
Preferred Experience: Experience as a genetic counselor in a clinical setting.
Preferred License: Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?: Licensed as a Genetic Counselor in Nebraska.
Valid driver’s license
Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Preferred Other Computer Applications: Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Email to a Friend
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Remote work, Monday to Friday