Join BayCare as a Genetic Counseling Assistant

Location: St. Joseph’s Hospital Main & Children’s – Tampa, FL
Facility: BayCare Health System, Laboratory Administration – HSS
Shift: 8-Hour Shifts (Hours Vary)
Schedule: PRN | No Weekends | No On-Call
Remote Work: Hybrid Option

About BayCare

BayCare is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area, with 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. Our 30,000+ team members bring innovation and compassion together to advance exceptional health care built on trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

Role Overview

As a Genetic Counseling Assistant, you will provide essential administrative and patient support to BayCare’s Genetic Counseling team. You will coordinate appointments, manage referrals, and assist with pre-authorization and medical record collection. This role also supports patients directly by handling inquiries, facilitating follow-up, and assisting with documentation and testing workflows. Strong communication skills and knowledge of medical terminology are key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Genetic Counselor with administrative and patient care tasks.

• Schedule and confirm patient appointments, manage referrals, and coordinate follow-up.

• Obtain patient consent, records, testing information, and insurance pre-authorization.

• Assist patients with inquiries, follow-up communications, and escorting when applicable.

• Enter patient data and results into tracking systems and databases.

• Complete testing order entry and prepare documents for EMR scanning.

• Collaborate with counselors, clinicians, and patients to facilitate clear communication and smooth clinic operations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Science or related field

Experience

• Required: 1 year related experience (may substitute for Bachelor’s degree)

• Preferred: 1 year healthcare or medically related experience

Total Rewards & Benefits

BayCare offers a competitive total rewards package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Tuition Assistance

• 401(k) Match + Annual Contributions

• Annual Performance Appraisals & Team Bonus Program

• Wellness resources & family support

• Community perks & discounts

Take the Next Step

Support patients and families through meaningful work while contributing to the success of BayCare’s Genetic Counseling program.
Apply today to join BayCare as a Genetic Counseling Assistant!

BayCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.