Internal Medicine

Ascension•Oshkosh, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is hiring an Internal Medicine physician for inpatient rounding at Mercy Hospital in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The role is full-time, with a predictable 7-on/7-off schedule consisting of 12-hour day shifts and 175 shifts per year. Physicians average 10–14 patients daily and work with two daytime rounders and a dedicated advanced practice provider, with overnight support from a nocturnist. The practice focuses on medical management and has no procedure requirements, although physicians may perform procedures if they choose. The physician evaluates and treats acute and chronic conditions, serving as the primary attending or consulting physician to guide patients through their hospital stay. The physician also partners with the care team to improve clinical quality metrics and patient safety and deliver cost-effective, high-value care. Mercy Hospital is a 150-bed critical care facility, Level III Trauma Center, and Certified Stroke and Chest Pain Center. It has 24/7 hospitalist, emergency care, and ICU coverage, as well as specialty services including orthopedics, heart and vascular health, oncology, and robotic-assisted surgery. Compensation includes a base salary of $325,000 for 175 day shifts, a $50,000 sign-on bonus, a $10,560 seniority bonus for physicians with seven or more years of post-residency experience, and a 2.5% annual quality-metric productivity bonus. Relocation assistance of up to $10,000 may be available. The position also includes a $4,000 CME allowance and malpractice coverage with tail. Ascension describes its culture as clinician-led and mission-centered, with local clinical autonomy and access to a national provider network.

Requirements

MD or DO degree.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
Eligible for an unrestricted Wisconsin state medical license and DEA registration.
Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice or the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board before the hire or job transfer date.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Life Support certification is preferred.
Seven or more years of post-residency experience qualifies for the stated seniority bonus.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients’ acute and chronic conditions during inpatient stays.
Serve as the primary attending or consulting physician, guiding patients through their hospital stay.
Partner with the care team to improve clinical quality metrics and patient safety.
Support delivery of cost-effective, high-value care across the campus.
Perform procedures if desired; procedures are not required.

Benefits

$50,000 sign-on bonus.
Seniority bonus of $10,560 for seven or more years of post-residency experience.
Relocation assistance of up to $10,000, if applicable.
2.5% annual quality-metric productivity bonus.
$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 and life insurance.
Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
Ascension-paid tuition, 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, transportation savings, and other benefits.