Physician (part- time)

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Union Grove (NC); On-site; USD 143,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections seeks an Institution Physician to provide professional Primary Care services to persons in our care at Green Bay Correctional Institution.

You will diagnose and treat illnesses, perform chronic and acute care visits, and participate in on-call rotations, quality improvement, and infection control programs, with opportunities to care at other institutions during rotations and vacations.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in Wisconsin.
• Education or training in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or primary care.
• Must possess a DEA number.
• Must be enrolled or eligible for Wisconsin Medicaid.
• Maintain BLS certification and AED training.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care to individuals in custody.
• Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries; manage chronic and acute care visits.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams, quality improvement, and infection control programs.
• Take on on-call assignments and assist with coverage at other institutions as needed.

Skills

Family Medicine

Emergency Medicine

Internal Medicine

Primary Care

Education

Medical Doctor (MD/DO)

Job description

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 an hourly pay starting from $98.58 to $126.13. 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. Employees at Green Bay Correctional Institution are eligible for a $5/hour add-on for all hours worked. 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: Days of the week will be determined upon hire.

Special Requirement – Applicants must

• Possess a current, unrestricted/unlimited license to practice medicine in the State of Wisconsin
• Have education or training in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or another area of primary care
• Possess a current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number
• Must be enrolled, or be eligible for enrollment as a provider, in Wisconsin Medicaid.
• Must maintain certification in BLS by the American Heart Association and training in the use of the AED and have the ability to perform BLS and/or first aid to prevent loss of life and relieve suffering until appropriate care arrives.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Aff

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until 11:59 pm on October 8, 2026.

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