Cardiovascular Surgeon

Ascension Medical Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000

Relocation Allowance $10,000

CME allowance $4,000

Malpractice coverage with tail

Job summary

Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an experienced physician (MD/DO) to join our robust heart program. This full-time role involves performing advanced cardiovascular procedures, collaborating with a dedicated team, and leading inpatient care with on-call responsibilities.

A focus on quality, education, and research is encouraged. The position offers a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, CME support, and comprehensive malpractice tail coverage, reflecting our

Qualifications

• MD/DO required by Wisconsin Medical Examining Board.
• Advanced Life Support credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical care including TAVR, Watchman, MitraClip and complex cardiovascular procedures.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Serve as admitting/attending physician for relevant hospital inpatients and on-call duties as needed.
• Coordinate discharge planning with case management to meet insurance requirements.
• Engage in quality improvement and academic programs as requested.

Skills

Advanced clinical care

Collaboration

Leadership & education

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Join a dynamic, busy tertiary care hospital featuring a robust, structured heart program that seamlessly manages patient transfers and feeds from six surrounding hospitals.

Location: Milwaukee, WI
Facility Name: Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital
Schedule: Full time

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $100,000

Relocation Allowance: $10,000

Productivity incentives: RVU

CME allowance: $4,000
Malpractice coverage with tail

Responsibilities:

• Advanced Clinical Care: Perform a wide array of procedures, including TAVR, Watchman, and MitraClip, alongside complex cases such as aneurysm repair, CABG, aortic replacement, AVR, and sternotomy.
• Collaboration: You will collaborate closely with a dedicated, multidisciplinary team comprising 1 Cardiothoracic Surgeon, 3 PAs, 1 RN, 1 MA, and 1 Surgery Scheduler, ensuring exceptional, coordinated care for every patient.
• Patient & Hospital Leadership: Serve as admitting, attending, and/or consulting physician for patients requiring hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, and participate in inpatient/outpatient consultations (including on-call schedules).
• Comprehensive Care Coordination: Partner with case management to coordinate thorough discharge planning and ensure appropriate documentation that meets insurance requirements.
• Quality & Academic Engagement: Champion cost-effectiveness and quality improvement initiatives, accept physician referrals, and participate in academic programs including medical education and research as requested.

Required Credential(s):
One or more of the following:

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.