General Surgeon

Your future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility Name: Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital

Schedule: Full time

Sign-On Bonus: $50,000

Relocation Allowance: $10,000

Productivity incentives: RVU

CME allowance: $4,000

Malpractice coverage with tail

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Collaborative Practice Environment: Join an established, highly supportive team of 5 experienced surgeons and 2 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).

• Balanced Schedule & Call: Enjoy a manageable 1:4 call rotation designed to support personal well-being and professional delivery.

• Advanced Technology: Direct access to state-of-the-art Da Vinci Surgical Systems for robotic-assisted surgical procedures.

• Desired Qualifications: Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience with certification and demonstrated proficiency in robotic surgery.

• Deliver high-quality patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings through comprehensive diagnostic, clinical, and surgical treatments.

• Serve as an admitting, attending, or consulting physician, receiving patient referrals and providing compassionate specialty care.

• Partner closely with case management and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate seamless discharge planning and patient transitions.

• Champion quality improvement and cost-effectiveness initiatives to continuously elevate patient outcomes and operational excellence.

• Engage in academic, medical education, and research opportunities to foster clinical growth and organizational development..

• Maintain thorough clinical documentation in compliance with insurance standards and support timely appeals when needed

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What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• One or more of the following:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Preferred Credential(s):

• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Work Experience

• None required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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