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The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) brings a synergy between the best medical education, research and patient care. Tomorrow’s discoveries happen right here alongside the very people who bring those lessons to our students. Every bit of knowledge, and every advancement, provides our students with an unprecedented, collaborative learning environment, and helps improve the vitality and care of our communities.

In the role of Cancer Genetic Counselor you will provide genetic counseling as a practitioner in cooperation with medical staff within Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin. Work within defined scope of practice directly with the patient to provide assessment, counseling, follow-up, and referral to resources as necessary. Provide needed documentation for patient and physicians. Develop, implement, and execute Genetic Counseling Program initiatives to assist in the program operating at the highest standard of quality and consistency, supporting the Medical College of Wisconsin’s strategies and initiatives. Cooperate in activities and responsibilities with fellow genetic counselors.

Primary Functions

Provide genetic counseling related to clinical program:

• Review and interpret pertinent medical and family history
• Educate, counsel and assist patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventative behaviors
• Coordinate the ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests as appropriate
• Provide risk assessment based on family history, personal risk factors and genetic test results
• Facilitate patient access to other medical services, agencies and community resources
• Identify potential patient research opportunities related to genetics
• Assist in the development of IRB required consents and compliance of all protocols

Work independently under the direction of the manager, providing support to the team to facilitate the achievement of the program’s goals:

• Provide input on program design, developing and implementing initiatives
• Assist in establishing appropriate benchmarks for quality and service, and implements plans for program improvement
• Work with program staff to assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of comprehensive databases and files related to the program
• Collect, analyze and disseminate program data
• Maintain program timeline including tracking deadlines for program components
• Assist in the development of program materials including educational materials, marketing materials, websites, forms and reports
• Assist in recruitment and training of program staff
• Participate in the development and implementation of new genetic tests

Advance genomics education:

• Participate in the development of educational programs for physicians, allied health professionals, residents, students and the community
• Train and supervise medical students, residents, fellows, undergraduate and graduate students

Minimum Qualifications:
Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

• Master’s Degree (Graduate program must be accredited by The Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling)
• 1 year of progressively responsible experience in clinical genetics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Maintain competence and certification by attending and participating in grand rounds, tumor boards and other relevant educational opportunities. Makes appropriate decisions based on education, analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Uses methods that effectively solve difficult problems, explores available resources for answers, and identifies obscure problems.
• Knowledge of biology, clinical judgment, medicine, cultural awareness, and consulting.
• Medical documentation, interpersonal, practice-based learning and improvement, empathy, and decision making skills.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. 

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers  

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.  MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine.  MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.