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Madison, Wisconsin

Genetics Counselor

Counselor 8.1 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$77K - $116K

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.

Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Work Schedule: 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. Shifts scheduled Monday – Friday, between the hours of 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on the needs of the clinic.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

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.

Education

Minimum – 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 Preferred –

Work Experience

Minimum –

Preferred – Two or more years’ experience in clinical genetic counseling; experience in domain-specific area

Certifications

  • Minimum – Eligibility for certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.
  • Preferred – Certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling.

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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

Key Responsibilities

The Genetic Counselor will provide clinical genetic counseling services and general case coordination to patients and families across University Hospital and affiliated clinical sites. This role also involves assisting in the training and supervision of genetic counseling students within the Master's training program.

Requirements

A minimum requirement is a Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program or a related Master's degree obtained prior to accreditation standards, along with eligibility for certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. Preferred qualifications include two or more years of clinical genetic counseling experience, particularly in a domain-specific area.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Genetics Counselor at UW Health a 8.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Counseling — ranked against 13,751 active Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts, flexible scheduling.

Medical Genetics — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 38% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $103k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution27 jobs · 12 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks26 jobs · 12 employers

401k / retirement match
96% this job
Sign-on bonus
50%
CME allowance
19%
Loan repayment
4%
PSLF eligible
4%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 8.1
Among the best 10% of Counseling listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 13,751 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Madison

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$433k≈ 5.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,616/mo≈ 25% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Madison, WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About UW Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Madison, WI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health and dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plans
Two-week paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Flexible schedules and shifts
Work-life balance options
Wellness programs