Genetic Counselor Assistant

UW Health • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Genetic Counselor Assistant to work collaboratively to support the functions of the genetic counseling team across the organization. This role involves drawing and updating patient pedigrees, assisting genetic counselors with administrative tasks such as patient scheduling, case preparation, sending faxes, writing letters of medical necessity and completing any additional paperwork. The assistant will also call to obtain results or additional records from various hospital departments, outside laboratories, and/or physician offices prior to the appointment or as requested for emergent inpatient consults. Additionally, the role includes performing literature reviews under the guidance of the genetic counselor.

Requirements

• 1-2 years post high school education

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological/health science or an equivalent combination of education
• Two years clinical experience in a genetics specialty clinic

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively to support the functions of the genetic counseling team across the organization.
• Draw and update patient pedigrees using patient history forms.
• Assist genetic counselors with administrative tasks such as patient scheduling, case preparation, sending faxes, writing letters of medical necessity and completing any additional paperwork.
• Call to obtain results or additional records from various hospital departments, outside laboratories, and/or physician offices prior to the appointment or as requested for emergent inpatient consults.
• Perform literature reviews under the guidance of the genetic counselor.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• retirement plans
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree