Genetic Counselor – Genomic Medicine

UW Health • Madison, WI

3d • $77,345 - $116,017 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team of genetic counselors working across multiple specialties. They are integral members of health care teams, working with individuals and families, as well as teaching students, engaging in research, promoting public education and leading in public health initiatives across the state. We are seeking a Genetic Counselor – Genomic Medicine to provide genetic counseling in existing practice for nephrology and specified pediatric specialty indications. This role will also grow genetic counseling reach to include direct to consumer results and healthy adult screening, and support clinical outreach needs for new population screening programs.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling from a college or university program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling or the American Board of Genetic Counseling or a Master’s degree in clinical or medical genetics prior to the establishment of the ACGC or ABGC Required
• 2 years or more years’ experience in clinical genetic counseling
• Eligibility for certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling Required

Nice To Haves

• experience in domain-specific area Preferred
• Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide genetic counseling in existing practice for nephrology and specified pediatric specialty indications.
• Grow genetic counseling reach to include direct to consumer results and healthy adult screening.
• Support clinical outreach needs for new population screening program.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level