Physician - MD/DO - Cardiac Anesthesiologist at SSM Health

MyStethi, LLC; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 594,000 - 726,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Vacation time

Benefits package

CME allowance

Extra shift bonus

Job summary

SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac, WI seeks a Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join a seasoned team. The role includes care for open-heart, TAVR, and thoracic procedures with a large cardiac program and 1:5 call schedule. Competitive base salary plus bonus, generous vacation, CME allowance, and comprehensive benefits.

New graduates encouraged to apply. The position offers a strong employer/community fit in a faith-based, non-profit system with a robust heart program and Epic EMR.

Qualifications

• MD required and board eligibility/certification in Anesthesiology.
• Cardiac anesthesia experience preferred.
• DOVISA accepted; no J-1 or H-1B visas.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiac anesthesia for open heart, TAVR, and thoracic cases.
• Manage intraoperative patient care and hemodynamics in complex cardiac surgeries.
• Collaborate with cardiothoracic team for perioperative care.

Skills

MD

Cardiac anesthesia

DOVISA accepted

No J-1/H-1B

Education

MD degree

Job description

OPPORTUNITY CRITERIASPECIALTYAnesthesiology : CardiacCANDIDATE TYPEMD, DOVISA ACCEPTEDNo J-1 or H-1BSALARY RANGENot SpecifiedLOAN REPAYMENTNegotiableEMPLOYMENT TYPEFull TimeBONUSES OFFEREDNegotiable

Job Description

$660,000 Base Salary and Signing Bonus!

Join the growing Anesthesia Team in Fond du Lac, WI:

At SSM Health, weare committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services, and our Wisconsin Region is seeking a CardiacAnesthesiologistat SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital. Conveniently located along the southern shore of Lake Winnebago, Fond du Lac offers the perfect combination of small-town charm with easy access to outdoor recreation.

Position & Facility Details:

The anesthesiology department consists of 11 Anesthesiologists and a total of 11 CRNAs and CAAs. The care delivery model is medical direction for all cases as well as frequent solo cases for the physicians. Overnight and weekend call services are covered by the physicians only. Call frequency is 1:5 including primary and backup calls. The daily schedule and assignments are determined by your position in the call rotation.

Anesthesia services are provided atSt. Agnes Hospital (a critical access hospital) and the Fond du Lac Surgery Center (a free-standing outpatient center). The main hospital is located in the heart of Fond du Lac, and the surgery center is conveniently located approximately two miles away.

St. Agnes Hospital utilizes anesthesia services throughout the facility in7 general operating rooms, one cardiovascular operating room, a hybrid cath lab,acardiac EPlab, 4 GI procedure rooms, obstetrics, and medical imaging. Case types include general surgery, orthopedics, urology, gyn, obstetrics, neuro (back surgery and crani), cardiac, cath lab, vascular, GI endoscopy, podiatry, and minimal pediatrics. We do not do interventional neurology or transplant surgery (except for rare organ procurement).

The Surgery Center has 4 operating rooms for outpatient orthopedics, ENT, pediatrics, plastic and cosmetic surgery, podiatry, and ophthalmology.

The cardiac anesthesia team is made up of 5 anesthesiologists. Fellowship training or TEE certification is not required. We currently perform about 125 open hearts, 40 TAVRs, and 35 thoracic cases per year and expect the program to grow in the near future. Post-operative care is managed by the cardiothoracic surgeon and intensivists.

SSM Health uses Epic for its electronic medical record.

Compensation Details:

• $660,000 Base Salary
• Competitive compensation package
• Earn additional income: generous bonus pay for picking up extra shifts and covering additional call
• At least 10 weeks vacation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• CME Allowance

New and recent graduates are encouraged to apply!

About SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital:

Founded by Mother Agnes Hazotte and the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes, SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital treated its first patient in 1896. The 146-bed hospital has grown into both an inpatient and outpatient facility providing innovative community and regional health care services to the greater Fond du Lac area.

As a nonprofit Catholic institution, SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital - Fond du Lac serves people of all faiths and beliefs. It is a Level 3 trauma center and a leader in providing quality, state-of-the-art health care services, including cancer care, an accredited stroke center, and comprehensive heart care through SSM Health Dale Michels Heart & Vascular Care. We also offer angioplasty, electrophysiology services, structural heart procedures and open-heart surgery, birthing services, robotic surgery, behavioral health, women’s health, therapy services, and 24-hour emergency care. Forbes has named SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital - Fond du Lac as a Top Hospital for 2026.

Community Description:

Nestled at the southern tip of Lake Winnebago, Fond du Lac offers the perfect mix of small-town charm and modern convenience. Whether you're boating, fishing, or exploring scenic trails, outdoor adventures are always close by. The historic downtown features cozy cafés and a welcoming community vibe. With excellent schools, affordable living, and a family-friendly atmosphere, Fond du Lac is an ideal place for health care professionals to grow their careers. Conveniently positioned between Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, Fond du Lac also provides easy access to city amenities while keeping its relaxed, hometown feel.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.