Physician - Family Medicine Associate Program Director

Details

• Specialty: Associate Program Director & Clinic Director - Family Medicine Residency
• Practice Detail: collaborative, team-based approach
• EMR System: EPIC
• Facility: All Saints Family Care Center - Villard Clinic
• Location: Milwaukee, WI

This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Ascension Wisconsin invites applications from board-certified Family Medicine physicians (ABFM) for an exciting leadership role that combines academic excellence, clinical care, and community impact.

This is a rare opportunity to join a new and growing Family Medicine Residency Program in Milwaukee as both Associate Program Director and Clinic Director of the Villard Family Health Center (FHC).

Highlights of the Role

• Lead & inspire: protected time as Associate Program Director and Clinic Director, guiding curriculum, mentoring residents, and driving the success of a community-based residency program.
• Live where you work: Enjoy life in Milwaukee, a vibrant, diverse, and culturally rich urban center on Lake Michigan. Milwaukee offers world-class dining, family-friendly neighborhoods, music and arts, and easy access to Chicago.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Provides clinical oversight while delivering direct patient care.
• Leads the Family Medicine Residency curriculum and resident clinical rotations in alignment with ACGME requirements.
• Oversees clinic operations including equitable scheduling, policy updates, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Conducts regular clinic meetings and collaborates with Ascension Medical Group and Wisconsin leadership on strategic priorities.
• Reviews clinical documentation and cases for quality, safety, and compliance.
• Analyzes quality data, audits, and patient experience to design and implement improvements.
• Mentors clinicians, residents, and faculty; fosters a culture of respect, trust, and professionalism.
• Serves as liaison for community outreach, patient advisory committees, and engagement activities.
• Supports innovation in care delivery including telehealth, group visits, and specialty clinics.
• Participates as faculty (Clinical or Core) in the Ascension Family Medicine Residency Program.
• Supports innovation in care delivery including telehealth, group visits, and specialty clinics.
  Participates as faculty (Clinical or Core) in the Ascension Family Medicine Residency Program.

Why Join Us?

At Ascension Wisconsin, youll join a Mission-driven, faith-based health system where education is at the core of our vision. This is an opportunity to be a foundational leader in a program still in its infancy a chance to create a program and clinic culture that reflects your passion for Family Medicine and community-based care.

About Ascension Milwaukee Hospitals

• As a member of Ascension Milwaukee Hospitals, our physicians join a large community of providers who are called to deliver compassionate, personalized care for all persons, especially those who are struggling or affected by poverty.
• Shared best practices and knowledge amongst the largest nonprofit provider of care in the country.
• Milwaukee Ascension Hospitals include more than 40 clinic sites of care in Milwaukee as well as 7 owned hospitals averaging a bed size of 250-beds and 2 affiliated orthopedic hospitals, several skilled nursing facilities including the Alexian Village, ambulatory care facilities, home health care, physician practices, managed care services, and 4 cancer centers as well as standalone infusion sites.
• Milwaukee Ascension Hospitals are the heart of the network in Wisconsin, two of which host residents. Ascension hospitals have been recognized for renowned cardiology, behavioral health, womens health, oncology, and neuroscience service lines and more than 200 primary care providers.

About Milwaukee

• Ideally located on the shores of Lake Michigan, 90 miles North of Chicago.
• Milwaukee is a Gamma Global city.
• Culturally diverse community that offers all of the amenities of a large city with the convenience and quality of life found in a smaller city.
• Three major professional teams including Green Bay Packers, Bucks, Brewers, Milwaukee Admirals, are located here as well as indoor soccer and intercollegiate athletics.
• Cultural activities include the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.
• For families, Milwaukee has an excellent zoo considered to be among the finest in the country, a world class museum with an IMAX theater, the Betty Brinn Childrens Museum, Discovery World, and an extensive county park system.
• Milwaukee area restaurants offer a delectable cuisine that can satisfy every palate.
• Residents enjoy many outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and sailing on Lake Michigan; hiking, golfing, bike riding, and walking along the lakefront along with many trails.
• Milwaukee is also host to numerous festivals throughout the summer including Summerfest, the largest music festival in the country.

About Ascension Medical Group
When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care.

With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Additional Preferences

• Board-certified Family Medicine physician (ABFM).
• Strong commitment to medical education, community health, and resident mentorship.
• Previous academic or leadership experience is welcome, but not required

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Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, youll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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