Dawn Sheets, GCA, CMAA

Dawn joined the Clinic in 2020 as a Medical Receptionist and was promoted to the Clinic’s first Genetic Counseling Assistant in 2025. In 2024, Dawn became a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant and also obtained her Genetic Counseling Assistant certificate from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.
As the Clinic’s Genetic Counseling Assistant, Dawn supports the clinical team in patient case preparation, patient communication, data entry, genetic testing and resulting, and administrative tasks.
Dawn was born and raised in Lancaster County. She’s a mother and grandmother who enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing board games, and reading and listening to Christian-based books and music.
Why are you passionate about the Clinic?
I am very honored to be part of a team of individuals who are truly devoted to their patients’ health and well-being. Knowing that I play an active role in the day-to-day operations of assisting in fulfilling the mission of the clinic is very rewarding. I am overjoyed to learn and share knowledge to help improve the health of children who suffer from genetic and metabolic disorders.
Dawn’s Credentials
Education and Certifications
- 2024 Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Genetic Counseling Assistant certificate
- 2024 National Healthcareer Association, Medical Administrative Assistant certificate
- 1997 Consolidated School of Business, Medical Office Specalist
Professional Experience
- Owner/Manager, After Hours Commercial Cleaning
- Administrative Assistant, Scenic Ridge Company
- Administrative Assistant, Lancaster Neuroscience & Spine Associates
- Medical Transcription, Internal Medicine of Lancaster