General Surgeon

Ascension•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is hiring a full-time General Surgeon to provide high-quality patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings. The surgeon will deliver comprehensive diagnostic, clinical, and surgical treatments and serve as an admitting, attending, or consulting physician, receiving referrals and providing compassionate specialty care. The surgeon will join an established, supportive team of five experienced surgeons and two Advanced Practice Providers. The role includes a 1:4 call rotation and access to Da Vinci Surgical Systems for robotic-assisted procedures. The position also offers opportunities to participate in academic, medical education, and research activities. The role includes coordinating care with case management and multidisciplinary teams, supporting discharge planning and patient transitions, advancing quality improvement and cost-effectiveness initiatives, and maintaining clinical documentation that complies with insurance standards. The compensation package includes a $50,000 sign-on bonus, $10,000 relocation allowance, RVU productivity incentives, a $4,000 CME allowance, and malpractice coverage with tail.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
Physician MD/DO credential from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice or the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board, obtained before the hire or job transfer date.
Certification and demonstrated proficiency in robotic surgery.
Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience is listed under desired qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Life Support certification; American Heart Association or American Red Cross credentials are accepted.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings through diagnostic, clinical, and surgical treatments.
Serve as an admitting, attending, or consulting physician; receive patient referrals and provide specialty care.
Partner with case management and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate discharge planning and patient transitions.
Advance quality improvement and cost-effectiveness initiatives to improve patient outcomes and operational excellence.
Participate in academic, medical education, and research opportunities.
Maintain thorough clinical documentation in compliance with insurance standards and support timely appeals when needed.

Benefits

$50,000 sign-on bonus.
$10,000 relocation allowance.
RVU productivity incentives.
$4,000 CME allowance.
Malpractice coverage with tail.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
Optional legal and pet insurance and transportation savings.