Empower Lives and Make a Difference: Join Our Compassionate Team as a Palliative Care Physician at Advocate Health in Grafton, WI! Enjoy a competitive Salary and Generous Sign-on Bonus!

Join our well-established Palliative Care Team, where you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families from day one. In this role, you will collaborate with a dedicated group of Palliative Medicine Physicians, Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs), Social Workers, and Chaplains, creating a supportive and enriching work environment.

Why Advocate Health?

• Competitive Compensation
  • Straight Salary $268,913 - $268,913
  • Lucrative Sign-On Bonus.
• Comprehensive Patient Care: Provide high-quality palliative care to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring optimal comfort and quality of life.
• Program Development: Contribute to the expansion and enhancement of our outpatient palliative care services, including supporting the growth of our outpatient Cancer Center.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to foster a holistic approach to patient care.
• Flexible Schedule:
  • Enjoy a balanced work-life with a Monday to Friday schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM, shared weeknight pager call (average 1:6)
  • Option to participate in weekend rounding at St. Luke’s Medical Center or Zilber Hospice for additional income potential.
• Diverse Practice: Experience a mix of inpatient (40%) and outpatient cancer clinic (60%) responsibilities, ensuring a well-rounded practice.
• State-of-the-Art Facility: Join us at Aurora Grafton Medical Center, a 132-bed, 24/7 full-service hospital equipped with the latest technology and resources to support your work.

Training and/or experience required

• Completion of an accredited Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship
• BE/BC in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
• Wisconsin License or ability to obtain licensure

What Advocate Health offers

• Integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
• A diverse and inclusive environment ensuring safe and equitable care for all patients
• A competitive compensation model that is sustainable, equitable, transparent, compliant, and rewarding
• Health, dental, vision, life and paid medical liability insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match, in addition to a 3% company contribution for a total employer contribution of up to 6%
• Parental leave, adoption assistance and surrogacy assistance 
• CME allowance
• Relocation assistance up to $12,000

About Grafton, Wisconsin

Welcome to Grafton, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Ozaukee County, where charm and adventure come together in perfect harmony! Just a short drive north of Milwaukee, this picturesque community is known for its vibrant quality of life and friendly atmosphere. Stroll through tree-lined streets, where beautifully maintained homes exude small-town warmth, and friendly faces greet you at every turn. Grafton’s New England-style vibe offers a unique blend of boutiques, cozy restaurants, and local shops that make it a great spot for exploration. For outdoor enthusiasts, Grafton is a paradise—whether you're paddling along the Milwaukee River, biking scenic trails, or enjoying a day at one of the area’s golf courses or Lake Michigan’s shores, there’s no shortage of fun. With year-round events and activities, Grafton is a wonderful place to live, work, and play!

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the United States. Advocate Health has a combined footprint across six states – Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina and Wisconsin. We are a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. In Illinois and Wisconsin, we serve nearly 3 million patients annually across 29 hospitals and more than 500 sites of care. We are a leading employer in the Midwest, proudly supporting a diverse team of over 77,000. This includes more than 4,300 employed physicians and over 2,500 Advanced Practice Professionals within our physician-led medical group. 

We are committed to diversity and inclusion every single day and in everything we do. By cultivating an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion, we create a welcoming environment where our patients can heal, our teammates can thrive, and our business can grow. As a teammate, working in a diverse setting allows you the chance to grow in ways that will broaden your perspective to deliver the best possible patient care.

Explore a beautiful community in the heart of Ozaukee County

Just minutes north of Milwaukee, Grafton offers a personal and economic quality of life that draws people and businesses alike to this crossroads community of well-kept homes, tree lined streets and small town warmth.

The community has a New England feel offering a diverse array of stores, shops, restaurants and industrial enterprises along with a variety of recreational activities for the young and the young at heart. Whether it’s canoeing on the Milwaukee River, biking, golfing, heading to Lake Michigan or shopping, residents and visitors are sure to find something to do.

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The Aurora Medical Center Grafton unique healing environment in the heart of Grafton. As the only ‘green’ medical center in Wisconsin, this facility was designed with your health and the environment in mind. 

U.S. News & World Report has named Aurora Medical Center in Grafton as a Best Regional Hospital as part of its 2018-2019 Best Regional Hospital recognition. In addition to receiving the Best Regional hospital recognition, Aurora Medical Center in Grafton has ranked high performing in orthopedics, hip replacement, knee replacement, heart bypass surgery, lung cancer surgery, colon cancer surgery, aortic valve surgery, and abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.

Featured Services:

• Emergency Care:  You can rely on us 24/7 for comprehensive emergency care for life-threatening conditions, including severe allergies, heart attacks, brain injuries and serious bone fractures.
• Orthopedics:  Our knowledgeable Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation staff is here to help you get back to your active lifestyle in a way that is comfortable and safe for you.
• Cardiac Care: We are a national leader in the prevention and treatment of heart disease. As one of Aurora St. Luke's Cardiac Care centers, our cardiac program combines advanced surgical procedures with outpatient rehabilitation and education programs.
• Neurological Care: Come to our location for the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments for your neck, back and spinal disorders.
• Cancer Care: In addition to spiritual and emotional support, you’ll have access to the latest research, techniques and trials. Preventive care and rehabilitation services round out our options.
• Women's Health: From mammograms to minimally invasive surgeries, you can count on us to provide respectful, professional care.