Colorectal Surgeon #254492
The Department of Surgery at The University of Wisconsin is recruiting an exceptional colorectal surgeon to join our Division of Colorectal Surgery. We are looking for candidates with a track record of clinical excellence and academic contributions as demonstrated through training and/or practice experience.
The UW Division of Colorectal Surgery is a dynamic and cohesive team of 8 colorectal surgeons who practice the full spectrum of colon and rectal surgery. Their practice draws patients from all corners of the state of Wisconsin as well as Northern Illinois and Iowa. The Division supports an accredited Colorectal Surgery fellowship since 2016 and consistently matches outstanding candidates. The Division participates in multiple inter-disciplinary programs including the Multi-Disciplinary Rectal and Anal Cancer Clinic, the Women's Pelvic Wellness Program, and the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program. The Division is fortunate to work side by side with outstanding colleagues from Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Radiology and other disciplines. The University of Wisconsin and UW Health is a highly collegial and collaborative environment.
The UW Division of Colorectal Surgery is fortunate to have a dedicated enterostomal therapy nurse and 4 outstanding, independent Advanced Practice Providers who work in partnership with the faculty and fellow in the care of our colon and rectal surgery patient population. The team is also supported by outstanding nursing colleagues in the clinic, including dedicated nurse navigation for our Rectal and Anal Cancer program.
A competitive salary and benefit package is provided, including generous academic support. UW- Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
The Community:
Located on an isthmus between two lakes, Madison is the capital city of the state of Wisconsin. Madison has been voted the #1 Best Place to Live (Livability, 2021),
Madison is the second largest city in the state, with a regional population of over 1 million. The city is within easy driving range of Chicago and Milwaukee. Madison is home to one of the strongest local food scenes in the country. From April to October, the Capitol Square hosts the largest producer-only farmers' market in the country. The city is rich with cultural offerings in the arts.
The city has a dedicated athletics fan base which largely centers around the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison is home to Forward Madison FC, the first professional soccer team in the city, as well as the Madison Mallards, a college wood-bat summer baseball league team. Marquee endurance sports and specialty sporting events include Ironman, Reebok CrossFit Games, Madison Marathon, and many national and international championship competitions.
Requirements:
Degree and area of specialization:
MD, DO, or equivalent, with additional fellowship training in colorectal surgery is required.
License/certification:
Candidate is required to have or be eligible for a Wisconsin medical license. Board certification or board eligibility in Surgery through the American Board of Surgery or American Osteopathic Board of Surgery or equivalent, and Board certification or board eligibility through the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Completion of a fellowship in an ACGME accredited colorectal surgery program is required.