Transplant Intensivist

ACADEMIC TRANSPLANT INTENSIVIST

MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN/FROEDTERT TRANSPLANT CENTER- MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Department of Surgery has an opening for an academic intensivist focused on solid organ transplantation. This position is being recruited at the Assistant or Associate Professor level (more experienced physicians also welcomed).  The successful candidate will have a primary appointment in the Division of Trauma/Acute Care Surgery with a secondary appointment in the Division of Transplant Surgery.  Prior training in surgery is not required and we welcome those with a background in Medicine, Anesthesia, or Emergency Medicine.

Position Requirements/Details

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Critical Care (from medical or surgical board)
• Eligible for medical licensure in Wisconsin
• Interest in pursuing a career in academics

The Transplant ICU service admits pre- and post- transplant patients.  The program supports a cutting edge surgical critical care fellowship and 24/7 APP coverage. The clinical schedule provides flexibility and ensures time for academic pursuits.  The Division of Trauma/Acute Care Surgery provides a robust research infrastructure that supports clinical faculty.

About MCW

MCW is a private, freestanding medical school that is widely respected as an academic center of excellence for the education and training of physicians and scientists, development of graduate and undergraduate medical education programs, basic and translational research, and distinction in multidisciplinary clinical programs.  It is ranked as one of the nation’s top 50 academic research institutions.  Froedtert Health is a $2B regional health system that includes Froedtert Hospital, Community Memorial Hospital, and St. Joseph’s Hospital.

About Froedtert

Together, Froedtert-MCW delivers world class care in an environment of innovation and discovery. Froedtert Hospital, a 650-bed tertiary care and teaching hospital, has recently been named as one of the top four performing academic medical centers in the nation, winning a Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Award. Froedtert & MCW also ranked second in the Ambulatory Care Quality and Accountability Leadership Award. It has been a Truven Top 100 hospital for years running.  Froedtert Hospital is the only adult Level I Trauma Center in eastern Wisconsin and the busiest in the state.

About Milwaukee

Milwaukee is the cultural and economic center of Wisconsin with a population of just over 2 million.  Located on the beautiful west coast of Lake Michigan, the city boasts a very reasonable cost of living and a four-season climate.  Milwaukee is home to three major sports teams, many shopping centers and malls, and a variety of county parks/bike/running trails in addition to a beautiful lakefront.  Milwaukee offers world class  ballet, opera, symphony, as well as a vibrant restaurant scene.  Summerfest is the largest outdoor music festival in the country as Milwaukee serves as an art/cultural center.  For those with children, there are a number of top-rated public and private school options.

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a Pharmacy School. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. The core of everything we do at the MCW is academic medicine, which brings together scientists, clinicians, students, and community members to solve challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world. Every study we conduct, and every patient we see, leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge. 

Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Children’s Wisconsin, Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center and many other hospitals and clinics in eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually. 

The beautiful, safe, and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood CResearch Institute, and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research, and community service.

Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.5 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, and many fine restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities.

Our Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing  
MCW recognizes the hard work and multiple responsibilities of our faculty and staff and is committed to improving wellness and wellbeing. As part of MCW’s commitment, a multitude of resources are provided and encouraged including the Well-Being Index, literature/research, courses, and peer support programs.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion  
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. We strive to integrate our human and social differences into MCW’s functioning, strategies and culture to create a diverse and equitable workplace. If you believe embracing individuality and working together makes us stronger, then MCW is the place for you. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All interactions will remain confidential.