Psychiatry Opportunity with Gundersen Health

Gundersen Health System is seeking a BC/BE Psychiatrist to join our Behavioral Medicine Department!

http://www.gundersenhealth.org/behavioral-health

 Practice Highlights: 

• New Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
• Competitive Salary, Loan Forgiveness, Relocation, and Exceptional Benefits
• Gundersen is the first known health system in the nation to offset 100% of our fossil fuel use with local renewable energy
• Teaching and Research are supported
• Highly collaborative team includes 10 Adult Psychiatrists, 3 Child Psychiatrists, 10 Psychologists, 4 Psychiatric NPs, and a host of Master’s prepared Therapists and Counselors
•  Colleagues in Palliative Care, Neurology, Sleep Medicine, Women’s Health, Pain Medicine and many others contribute to integrated, multispecialty health care for our patients

 Gundersen is an award winning, physician-led, integrated healthcare system employing nearly 500 physicians. Our mission is to distinguish ourselves through excellence in patient care, education, research and improved health in the communities we serve.  A rewarding practice and excellent quality of life awaits.

La Crosse is a historic, vibrant city nestled between bluffs and the legendary Mississippi River. La Crosse boasts some of the best outdoor recreation, excellent schools including three universities, affordable housing in safe neighborhoods, an endless variety of live entertainment and breathtaking beauty, making this a great place to call home.

You’ll be joining a physician-led, not-for-profit health system with a top-ranked teaching hospital and one of the largest multi-specialty group practices with about 700 physicians and associate medical staff. Telemedicine, specialty outreach, electronic health records and digital imaging connect Gundersen Health System with our many regional clinics, affiliate hospitals and practitioners.

Gundersen Health System is ahead of the curve on environmental issues, technology, research and medical education. We are currently building a new six-story Hospital addition. Its energy-efficient design will move us toward our goal of being 100 percent energy independent by 2014. The addition will have new operating rooms with specialized technology; improved medical and surgical units; the most comprehensive regional Trauma & Emergency Center; and much more.

Our medical outcomes are among the best earning us the Top 100 Hospitals® designation five times from the Thomson Reuters. We’ve also received HealthGrades® Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence ™ four consecutive years putting us among the nations’ top 5 percent of hospitals (gundersenhealth.org/accomplishments).

Visit us online at www.gundersenhealth.org/medcareers

We support a safe, healthy and drug-free work environment through background checks and controlled substance screening.

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La Crosse is a beautiful city nestled among the bluffs of the Mississippi River. Its metropolitan area has a population of over 100,000 and offers safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, affordable housing, and many cultural activities. Two universities and a technical college in La Crosse bring the vibrance and vigor of a college town. The river and surrounding hills and bluffs provide cyclists, runners, hikers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts with ample opportunities for recreational diversions. Many physicians enjoy a 15-minute commute (or bike ride) to the medical center. A relaxed atmosphere is found throughout the community.

Visit www.explorelacrosse.com for more information about La Crosse, WI and surrounding communities.