Global Program Director Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility Name: North Ave Clinic

Schedule: Full-Time

Monday-Friday 0830-1700

Productivity Incentives: w/RVU
CME allowance
Malpractice coverage with tail

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

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Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• 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

This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate Ambulatory Internal Medicine Associate Program Director (APD) & Clinical Faculty Physician to join an employed, full-time position within the Ascension Milwaukee Hospitals network. Based at Columbia St. Mary's Family Health Center, this leadership role offers a rare, legacy-building opportunity to develop, design, and lead the ambulatory clinical training component for a brand-new Internal Medicine Residency Program.

• Shape the Future of GME: Build and pioneer the foundational ambulatory clinical training program for a newly launching Internal Medicine Residency, directly influencing its long-term operational and educational success.
• Drive Curriculum Innovation: Create and refine core educational curriculum while actively participating in scholarly activities and research that advance the program's academic mission.
• Mentor the Next Generation: Provide direct clinical supervision, mentorship, and professional development support to residents in the clinic setting, cultivating a culture of excellence and lifelong learning.
• Deliver High-Quality Clinical Care: Lead a dedicated outpatient panel within a structured, stable schedule (Monday–Friday, 0830–1700), modeling exemplary diagnostic acumen and compassionate patient-centered care.
• Foster Academic Excellence: Maintain alignment with institutional educational objectives, serving as a key academic partner to program leadership while sharpening your own skills as a medical educator.

Additional Preferences

• Board Certification/Eligibility: Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine.
• Licensure: Eligible for an unrestricted Wisconsin state medical license, DEA registration, and core GME faculty credentials.
• Core Competencies: Strong organizational and leadership skills are required. Prior teaching experience is preferred; however, new graduates with a powerful desire to lead, or experienced clinicians looking to pivot into the GME space, are highly encouraged to apply.

Practice Highlights & Benefits

• Predictable Schedule: Full-time hours, Monday through Friday, 0830–1700, offering an excellent quality of life.
• Financial Rewards: Highly competitive compensation package paired with productivity incentives based on wRVUs.
• Professional Support: Dedicated CME financial allowance and comprehensive malpractice coverage with tail.

About the Facility

Columbia St. Mary's Family Health Center is a premier outpatient care site within the Ascension Milwaukee Hospitals network. Serving as a crucial clinical hub for the community, the center combines comprehensive primary care services with a brand-new, modern academic infrastructure. As part of a larger network featuring seven regional hospitals and over 40 clinic sites, our team provides high-functioning specialist support and shared clinical best practices across the state.

Why Physicians Choose Milwaukee

Ideally located right on the shores of Lake Michigan just 90 miles north of Chicago, Milwaukee is a "Gamma Global City" offering a spectacular blend of urban culture and convenient, family-friendly living.

• Sports & Entertainment: Home to the Bucks, Brewers, and Packers, alongside the historic Milwaukee Art Museum and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.
• Outdoor & Family Life: Enjoy sailing on Lake Michigan, exploring an extensive county park system, visiting a top-tier zoo, or biking endless lakefront trails.
• Festivals & Food: Experience a booming, diverse culinary scene and legendary summer events, including Summerfest—the largest music festival in the country.

Why Join Ascension?

• Clinician-Led & Collaborative: Step into an environment where provider engagement and experience are recognized as the primary drivers of excellent patient care and academic success.
• Stability & Scale: Gain the professional advantages, innovative technology, and career advancement opportunities of a national network featuring 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers.
• Mission-Centered Care: Join a team that answers a high calling—delivering compassionate, personalized healthcare to all, with a profound commitment to community service.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

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

Education:

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

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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