Physician

Introduction

Winnebago Mental Health Institute (WMHI) is recruiting for a Physician. WMHI, located near Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is a part of the Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS) and is a psychiatric hospital providing quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 7.25% employer match in 2027. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

Position Summary

Responsibilities As the Physician, you will be a member of the WMHI medical staff who provide complete medical coverage to new and current patients. Responsibilities include:

• Providing initial medical evaluation of all newly admitted patients.
• Assisting with medical clearance for new admissions.
• Being on call for the medical clinic and medical admissions providers at WMHI evenings and weekends which includes giving medical advice over the phone to WMHI providers and discussing difficult cases with emergency room providers at external facilities.
• Reviewing medical information and providing recommendations on patient appropriateness.

Salary Information

Starting annual salary* is approximately between $300,000 and $311,200 plus excellent benefits.

• *Salary includes an add-on of $21.00 per hour for board certification. The add-on for board certification eligibility is $7.00 per hour.
• A 12-month probationary period is required.
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule and range 10/51.

Job Details

All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB screen, which will be administered by WMHI or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Licensed or eligibility to obtain license to practice medicine in the State of Wisconsin. Please refer to the WI Department of Safety and Professional Services website for more information on licensing. Eligibility means you are licensed in another state or have applied and are in the process of obtaining a license in the State of Wisconsin. Licensure must be obtained by time of appointment.
• Possess Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
• Board Certification and completion of residency in internal medicine or family practice. You are required to provide a copy of your certification with your application.
• Experience working with patients who have chronic medical conditions.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience working with patients with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Experience working with electronic health records like Cerner.
• Experience working with midlevel providers (e.g., Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Physician Assistants, etc.).

Your resume is limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included, click here.

How To Apply

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Helpful Information

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
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• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Allyvia Vang in Human Resources at [email protected].

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the facility have been filled.