Geriatric Physician: True Work-Life Balance | Set Your Hours
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Board-Certified Physician to join our established geriatric medicine team serving skilled nursing facilities. This position offers complete control over your weekly schedule, predictable hours, and the opportunity to provide high-quality elder care without the typical constraints of traditional medical practice.
Location: Monroe, WI (serving southwestern Wisconsin and northern Illinois communities)
Schedule: Monday through Friday only - YOU set your specific days and hours
Patient Panel: Established census - begin seeing patients immediately
SCHEDULING FLEXIBILITY - THE CORE BENEFIT
This position is built around complete scheduling autonomy. Here's exactly what that means:
YOU Control Your Calendar:
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Set your own working hours each week
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Choose which days you work
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Decide your start and end times daily
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Adjust your week-to-week schedule based on personal needs
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Personal scheduler assigned exclusively to coordinate your preferences
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They handle all facility coordination and appointment logistics
Work-Life Predictability:
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Zero on-call responsibilities
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No weekend coverage requirements
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No evening or holiday obligations
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Predictable Monday-Friday framework you customize
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties:
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Provide comprehensive medical care to residents in skilled nursing facilities across the Monroe area.
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Conduct routine assessments, medication management, and care plan development
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Respond to acute changes in patient condition during your scheduled hours
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Supervise and collaborate with a team of experienced Geriatric Nurse Practitioners
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Complete documentation in the EPIC EMR system
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Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings
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Communicate with patients, families, and facility staff regarding treatment plans
Patient Population:
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Established patient panel in long-term care and post-acute settings
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Geriatric patients with complex medical needs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Completion of an ACGME accredited Residency Program
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Board Certification in Family Medicine OR Internal Medicine
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Dual Licensing: WI and IL
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Active medical license in Illinois (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
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DEA certification
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Current BLS certification
Strongly Preferred:
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Previous experience in post-acute care settings
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Previous experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facilities
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Geriatric medicine experience or specialized training
Salary Range: $135,000.00 to $857,000.00 / Year
SSM Health values the unique contributions each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, medical specialty, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This position may also be eligible for incentive pay. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
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.
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. Youll discover unique shops, cozy cafs, 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.
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.
