Internal Medicine Chief Resident

Ascension • Milwaukee, WI

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated 4th-Year Internal Medicine Chief Resident to join an innovative, clinician-led team within the Ascension Milwaukee Hospitals network. This unique hybrid role seamlessly blends inpatient and outpatient care, dedicated faculty time, and research to help champion a newly launched Internal Medicine Residency Program.

Requirements

• Must be entering or currently in their 4th year of an Internal Medicine residency training program, tracking toward a Chief Resident appointment.
• Eligible for Wisconsin state medical licensure, DEA registration, and appropriate academic/clinical faculty credentials.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are non-negotiable.
• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience or a demonstrated passion for entering the GME space is highly preferred.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Responsibilities

• Take a foundational role in building and launching a new residency program, directly influencing the administrative operations and structural framework of the ambulatory clinical training site.
• Design, develop, and lead clinical curriculum initiatives across ambulatory, hospitalist, and GME programs, ensuring the highest standards of medical education.
• Serve as a premier role model, mentor, and clinical educator for residents, fostering a culture of academic excellence, psychological safety, and continuous learning.
• Manage your own longitudinal patient panel while teaching residents in the clinic setting, demonstrating top-tier diagnostic acumen and interpersonal clinical skills.
• Collaborate directly with program leadership to maintain alignment with ACGME accreditation standards, while actively participating in scholarly activities and research.

Benefits

• $4,000 CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree