What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medicine Physician in Rural Wisconsin position at Wisconsin Office of Rural Health?
Overview
The Wisconsin Office of Rural Health is seeking a skilled Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team in Minocqua, Wisconsin. Our emergency department provides acute and sub-acute care to patients in need. As an Emergency Medicine Physician with our team, you will assess, treat, admit or discharge patients day and night.
About the Role:
- Provide comprehensive emergency medicine services including pediatrics, acute illness, medical, surgical, and trauma care.
- Collaborate with medical students if desired.
- Work 12-hour shifts with approximately 10-11 shifts per month, totaling around 1600 hours per year.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and potential recruitment bonus.
- CME annual allowance.
- Health, Dental, Life, Disability, and Occurrence Based Malpractice insurance.
- Relocation support.
- Possibility of additional state and/or federal education loan forgiveness programs due to employer being a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
- Support for various visas including J1 waivers (location dependent) and H1Bs (cap exempt organization).
Community Overview
Minocqua offers a relaxed, safe, and secure environment. The area is known for its small-town friendliness and low crime rate, making it perfect for raising healthy children and supporting old-fashioned family values. Education is a top priority, with the state of Wisconsin ranking consistently high nationally and local elementary schools performing above state averages. With easy access to airports and major cities, there are plenty of opportunities for travel and exploration.
