Assistant Professor - PM&R Pediatrics North East Region

Position Description:

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is searching for an outstanding pediatric physiatrist with a strong desire to build their skills, collaborate with other talented physiatrists and further MCW’s clinical practice and enhance the research and education missions. Ample resources including mentorship and development funds are available for the selected candidate.

The selected candidate will practice at the Children's Wisconsin (CW) PM&R clinics, in the growing community clinic locations in the greater Milwaukee and Fox Valley areas, and provide inpatient consults and surgical procedures at CW.  Planning for an inpatient CW IPR unit is underway with health system leaders.

Successful candidates should bring strong clinical abilities, well-refined interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and commitment to MCW’s academic missions. 

PM&R enjoys a large integrated program with 30 faculty at three major teaching hospitals: Children’s Wisconsin, Froedtert Hospital, and Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Administration Hospital.

Competitive Compensation:

• We offer a generous and competitive salary to recognize your expertise and dedication.
• Comprehensive Health: Enjoy health, dental, and vision benefits to safeguard your well-being and that of your family.
• Retirement Security: We provide a 403(b) retirement plan with a matching program, ensuring financial security for your future.

Medical College of Wisconsin: At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world’s top scientists and clinicians, inspired students, and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge.  MCW has approximately 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty and approximately 3,445 full-time employees. More than 1,500 physicians from the community serve as volunteer faculty. MCW is the ninth largest private employer in metro Milwaukee and has approximately 15,000 alumni.  MCW makes a substantial contribution to the Milwaukee region and state through its community investments and community engaged research.

Children’s Wisconsin and Children’s Specialty Group: Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare system dedicated to the well-being of children and adolescents. Our organization is committed to providing the highest quality care, advancing research and innovation, and advocating for the health needs of children. With multiple locations throughout the state, we serve a diverse patient population and offer a broad range of specialty services.

Children’s Wisconsin is the state’s only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. With more than 1.3 million annual connections with kids and families statewide, Children’s provides a wide range of care and support — everything from routine care to lifesaving advances and treatment options, foster care and adoption services, child advocacy, and provides an insurance plan. In 2021, Children’s had net patient revenues of $1.1 billion ($1.7 billion including other operating revenues).

Children’s and its joint venture with the Medical College of Wisconsin: The Children’s Specialty Group, or CSG - are the largest providers of pediatric healthcare in the state, serving the children and families of Wisconsin with the highest level of care through their American College of Surgeons Level I Children’s Surgery Verification Center, Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence, 72-bed Level IV NICU, Level IV Epilepsy Center, and a 72-bed PICU. In 2021-2022, CW and CSG had six specialties ranked by US News & World Report: cancer; cardiology and heart surgery; gastroenterology and GI surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; orthopedics; and pulmonology.

Appleton, Wisconsin Area: Appleton, located in northeastern Wisconsin, offers a vibrant community with excellent schools, diverse recreational activities, and a high quality of life. With its charming downtown area, thriving arts scene, and proximity to beautiful natural landscapes, Appleton provides a welcoming and family-friendly environment.

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.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination: The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status.  Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter, and curriculum vitae to:

Contact Info:

Diane Braza, MD

Professor and Chair,

Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

[email protected]

c/o Jennifer Scherer

Sr. Physician Recruiter

[email protected]

Position Requirements:

• Board Certified/Eligible by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Eligible for an unrestricted license in the State of Wisconsin
• Medical degree (MD or DO) and completion of an accredited Pediatric fellowship
• Dedication to providing family-centered care with a focus on patient and family education.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team and engage in shared decision-making.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and scholarly activities.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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