Geriatrics Physician for Skilled Nursing - Join Monroe Medical Group!

Join Our Team as a Physician in the Geriatrics/Skilled Nursing Facility Program!

Position: Physician - Geriatrics/Skilled Nursing Facility Program (0.6 - 0.8 FTE)

Location: Monroe area, serving southwestern WI & northern IL

About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated Geriatrics/Skilled Nursing Facility Program Physician to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with SSM Health Geriatric Nurse Practitioners to provide exceptional care to our patients at nursing homes in the Monroe and Freeport areas. Qualified candidates will be trained in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, with a preference for those with post-acute and long-term care experience.

The Opportunity:

• Flexible Schedule: Monday to Friday, with the flexibility to schedule the required hours per week when it works best for you.
• Part-Time or Full-Time: Opportunities available for both part-time and full-time positions.
• No After-Hours Call: Enjoy a work-life balance with no after-hours call requirement.
• Advanced Practitioner Support: Collaborate with Advanced Practitioners for comprehensive patient care.
• Geriatric Nurse Practitioners: Work directly with Geriatric Nurse Practitioners to enhance patient outcomes.
• Guaranteed Salary: Competitive guaranteed salary with a signing bonus.
• Generous Benefits Package: Includes health insurance, retirement plans, and more.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Provided for travel to skilled nursing facilities in the Monroe and Freeport areas.
• Mission & Faith-Based: Join a mission-driven, faith-based integrated healthcare system.
• Independence & Autonomy: Enjoy a high degree of independence and autonomy in your practice.
• Existing Panel: Manage an existing panel of patients.
• EPIC EMR: Utilize EPIC for efficient patient record management.

Qualifications:

• Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Active, unrestricted WI medical license (or ability to obtain one).
• Preference for candidates with post-acute and long-term care experience.
• Strong clinical skills and the ability to manage a busy patient schedule.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

Monroe, in the heart of Green County, blends Swiss heritage with small-town charm. Known as the “Swiss Cheese Capital of the USA,” it celebrates its rich dairy tradition with local cheese factories, craft breweries, and the popular Cheese Days festival. You’ll discover unique shops, cozy cafés, and beautifully preserved architecture in the historic downtown square. Outdoor lovers can explore scenic bike trails, parks, and nearby lakes. With excellent schools and affordable living, Monroe provides health care professionals with an ideal place to build their careers and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.

At SSM Health Monroe Hospital, a state-of-the-art, 58-bed facility built in 2012, our goal is to serve the community and play an active role in it. From pediatrics to senior health, we take the time to listen and understand the needs of all our patients. We consistently offer the latest advances in medical services through individualized patient treatment. The inpatient and intensive care departments are staffed by a team of nine hospitalists and average approximately 2,000 inpatient admissions per year. Our Family Birth Suites offer seven labor-delivery-recovery (LDR) suites, 5 medical/surgical rooms, and its own operating room. SSM Health Monroe Hospital averages 475 births per year.       

An added level of intensive and direct patient care offered at SSM Health Monroe Hospital is e-ICU. By adding e-ICU capabilities, bedside nurses and doctors are supported by and can collaborate with experts at UW Health to enhance patient outcomes and help eliminate future health problems. Other departments housed in our hospital building include the surgical services, cardiology, physical therapy, medical imaging, and emergency services.

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.