Physician

State of Wisconsin; Appleton, Oshkosh, Neenah (WI, WI, WI); On-site; USD 129,246 - 173,756; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial leave time including 3.5 weeks of vacation

Excellent health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Lifetime retirement pension

401k with tax advantages

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A government agency in Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Physician to provide Primary Care medical services to individuals in their custody. Ideal candidates will hold a valid medical license in Wisconsin and a DEA number. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating illnesses, participating in care team meetings, and engaging in on-call duties. This role offers a competitive salary of $93.82 to $126.13 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in Wisconsin.
• Hold a current DEA number for medication prescription.
• Education/training in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or a similar field.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional Primary Care medical services.
• Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in on-call rotation as needed.

Skills

Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in Wisconsin

Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number

Education in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Internal Medicine

Eligibility for Wisconsin Medicaid

Job description

Overview

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin. The Department of Corrections Bureau of Health Services is currently recruiting to fill Physician positions. Current vacancies are listed below.

Current Vacancies

• Wisconsin Secure Program Facility in Boscobel, WI
• Stanley Correctional Institution in Stanley, WI
• Oshkosh Correctional Institution in Oshkosh, WI
• Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI

Position Summary

The Institution Physician is responsible for providing professional Primary Care medical services to persons in our care. The Primary Care Physician diagnoses and treats illness and injuries, and arranges for professional consultation when warranted. The Primary Care Physician develops individual plans of care for patients, performs both chronic and acute care visits, and assists with medical emergencies. This position participates in multidisciplinary care team meetings, and also has the opportunity to participate in quality improvement initiatives. This position also participates in the day and evening on-call rotation. This position also participates in the Quality Improvement Program and Infection Control Program and provides direct care at other institutions during vacations, illness, or emergencies, as directed. Takes on-call assignments as directed by the Bureau.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 10-51 with pay starting from $93.82/hour to $126.13/hour. Board Certified Physicians may earn supplemental pay of up to $21.00/hr, while those that are eligible but not yet certified may earn up to $7.00/hr. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Shift: 1.0 FTE - days of the week will be determined upon hire.

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT – Applicants must:

• Possess a current, unrestricted/unlimited license to practice medicine in the State of Wisconsin
• Possess a current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number
• Have education or training in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or another area of primary care
• Must be enrolled, or be eligible for enrollment, in Wisconsin Medicaid

How To Apply

Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) Employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page. Do not create an external account. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete this application process in order to be considered. The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box. You will be asked to upload a resume or complete the work history. This step is required by law, but the resume submitted will not be assessed as part of the screening process. Applicants that interview will provide a final resume for review at that time. To apply: Click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application. Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. You will be asked about your license in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your license number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your license. This is the License # that ends in “-20”. If your license is listed under a former name, please include your former name in the same text box after you enter your license number. Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at [e-mail]

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until 11:59 pm on Tuesday March 3, 2026.

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