Genetics Counselor

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

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About The Position

We are seeking a Genetic Counselor – Medical Genetics to: Join a large team of genetic counselors, medical geneticists, and advanced practice providers to provide care in a highly collaborative medical genetics environment Provide clinical genetic counseling services and general case coordination to patients and families seen at University Hospital and other clinical affiliates across UW Health. Clinical settings include medical genetics outpatient clinic and inpatient environment Assist in the training and supervision of genetic counseling students in the Master of Genetic Counselor Studies training program. At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. 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 - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

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
• Eligibility for certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years’ experience in clinical genetic counseling; experience in domain-specific area
• Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical genetic counseling services and general case coordination to patients and families seen at University Hospital and other clinical affiliates across UW Health.
• Assist in the training and supervision of genetic counseling students in the Master of Genetic Counselor Studies training 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 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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees