Physician - MD/DO - Hospitalist

Society of Critical Care Medicine; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison is seeking a Hospitalist to join our team in Madison, WI. The position supports Daytime, Evening Admitting, and Night shifts, with an average census of 14–15 patients and about 1 admission per rounding shift.

The hospital offers a robust, 440-bed facility with ICU coverage details for Madison and Janesville. Applicants must hold an active WI medical license, an active DEA license, and be BC/BE in Internal Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Daytime Rounding Shifts: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm (Monday–Sunday)
• Evening Admitting Shifts: 8-hour shifts with start times ranging from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Night Shifts: 10:30 pm – 7:30 am
• Patient Care: Manage an average census of 14–15 patients, typically 1 admission per rounding shift
• Shift Distribution: Up to 50% of shifts will be nights
• Rounding shifts in blocks of 5–7 days, with Monday as switch day
• ICU Coverage: Madison: Closed ICU; Janesville: 4-bed open ICU with 24/7 eICU
• Full-Time Position: 200 shifts annually

Job description

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Community Description:

About SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison:

SSM Health Dean Medical Group is seeking a Hospitalist to join our robust team of skilled professionals. This position is based at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI, with occasional shift support at SSM Health St. Mary's in Janesville, WI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daytime Rounding Shifts: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm (Monday–Sunday)
• Evening Admitting Shifts: 8-hour shifts with start times ranging from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Night Shifts: 10:30 pm – 7:30 am
• Patient Care: Manage an average census of 14–15 patients, typically 1 admission per rounding shift
• Shift Distribution:
• Up to 50% of shifts will be nights
• Rounding shifts typically occur in blocks of 5–7 days, with Monday as the switch day
• ICU Coverage:
• Madison: Closed ICU
• Janesville: 4-bed open ICU with 24/7 eICU capabilities
• Full-Time Position: 200 shifts annually

Requirements:

• Active, unrestricted WI medical license
• Active, unrestricted DEA
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine

For the third consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report recognized SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison as one of the best hospitals in Wisconsin (2024-2025). Forbes has also named SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison as one of their 2026 Top Hospitals.

Serving South Central Wisconsin since 1912, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison is a 440-bed hospital that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient treatment and diagnostic services. St. Mary's Hospital is an American College of Surgeons-verified Level II Trauma Center, a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and has a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city known for its blend of natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the city is home to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and enjoys a lively atmosphere fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Madison boasts an award-winning food scene, expansive beautiful park systems, and a commitment to sustainability that enhances the quality of life. Whether you're savoring local flavors, enjoying live music, or embracing the city's commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home.

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.

For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It?s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve.