Medical College of Wisconsin
Open Rank- Family Medicine- Fellowship Director- Addiction Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
Open Rank- Family Medicine- Fellowship Director- Addiction Medicine
Core Faculty | Forest Home Health Center | Milwaukee, WI
CLINICIAN EDUCATOR PATHWAY |
DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY & COMMUNITY MEDICINE|
MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN This position will lead a groundbreaking initiative to address the opioid overdose crisis in Milwaukee, WI. This role involves directing the Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program, which prioritizes the delivery of low-threshold Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) services at the Forest Home Health Center and inpatient settings such as Froedtert Hospital. This position will spearhead workforce development to alleviate the shortage of clinicians equipped to treat opioid use disorders, with a specific focus on health equity, community partnerships, and sustainable medical education. This role will involve significant teaching, advising fellows, residents, and medical students, and participating in scholarly activities. The Fellowship Director will ensure the program’s compliance with ACGME requirements, while fostering an environment of clinical and educational excellence. Key Roles & Responsibilities: Program Leadership & Development:
Direct & develop the Addiction Medicine Fellowship, ensuring alignment with ACGME standards and institutional missions. Design and implement a fellowship curriculum that emphasizes low-threshold MOUD services, addiction care, mental health services, and primary care, particularly for vulnerable populations in Milwaukee’s most affected communities. Integrate social determinants of health into the fellowship's approach, ensuring that care delivery reduces health disparities & advances health equity in underserved areas. Clinical & Teaching Responsibilities:
Provide full scope addiction medicine care and broader primary care services to people who use drugs (PWUD) at the Forest Home Health Center, as well as supervise inpatient consultation services at Froedtert Hospital. Precept & mentor fellows, residents, & medical students, developing their clinical & behavioral health skills in addiction medicine and fostering a compassionate, biopsychosocial approach to care. Teach & supervise fellows in their inpatient rounds & outpatient care, ensuring the program meets the educational goals of producing skilled, knowledgeable addiction medicine clinicians. Community Engagement & Partnerships:
Build and strengthen formal partnerships with key community organizations (e.g.: United Community Center, Meta House, Veterans Administration) to create a collaborative network that extends addiction care beyond traditional healthcare settings. Engage in community-based initiatives to improve access to care for PWUD, particularly in the 53204 zip code, and develop programs that address housing, peer support, counseling, group therapy, and recovery services. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes for patients, reduce emergency service utilization, and lower readmission rates. Scholarly & Administrative Duties:
Foster a culture of scholarly activity among fellows and faculty, promoting research, publications, and quality improvement projects that address the opioid crisis and addiction medicine practices. Ensure the program complies with all ACGME reporting and institutional policies, including timely documentation and verification of fellows’ education and performance. Oversee faculty development and approve or remove physicians and non-physician educators based on performance and contribution to the educational mission. Pursue grant funding opportunities to further the development of the primary care addiction medicine enterprise at the Forest Home Health Center. Medical Education & Training Development:
Advance medical education by incorporating a biopsychosocial model of addiction care, ensuring fellows are trained to address the complex bio-psycho-social aspects of addiction. Collaborate with faculty to develop fellows as skilled educators, preparing them to teach in or initiate addiction medicine fellowship programs in their future careers. Lead efforts to destigmatize addiction care through educational initiatives that include the lived experiences of PWUD, promoting empathy and comprehensive care models. Benefits & Perks: Competitive salary Protected academic time, in addition to meeting & vacation time Access to state-of-the-art facilities & resources in a supportive & collaborative work environment Excellent CME allowance Generous 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, & more Qualifying employer in the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program, offering eligible employees the opportunity to have their student loans forgiven after qualifying years of service Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW)
is a major academic medical center, a large, multispecialty practice, and the largest research institution in the Milwaukee metro area. MCW is a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists, and health professionals; we discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences; we provide cutting-edge, collaborative, patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve. The Medical College of Wisconsin is one of only two Medical Schools in Wisconsin and in partnership with Froedtert Hospital and the Froedtert Health System and Medical College Physicians, with more than 1,250 physicians serving Milwaukee and Southeast Wisconsin. Milwaukee, Wisconsin , located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, is one of America’s great cities, combining a dynamic urban community with a rich cultural heritage with access to parks, rivers, and other outdoor recreation. Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin and the 23rd largest city in the United States. It is home to corporate headquarters for industry leaders including Northwestern Mutual, Johnson Controls, Manpower, Harley Davidson, and others. Milwaukee is a popular venue for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals; the city is recognized for its museums, fine dining and hotels, professional sports, gardens and parks, and Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens. The population of the City of Milwaukee is approximately 600,000 and approximately 1.8 million people live in the greater Milwaukee area. Our Commitment to Mental Health & Wellbeing: MCW recognizes the hard work and multiple responsibilities of our faculty and staff and is committed to improving wellness & wellbeing. As part of MCW’s commitment, a multitude of resources are provided and encouraged including the Well-Being Index, literature/research, courses, and peer support programs. 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. Interested candidates should complete our brief online application via the following link:
Medical College of Wisconsin - Open Rank- Family Medicine- Fellowship Director- Addiction Medicine - Milwaukee WI
Or email CV & cover letter to: Gina Haldiman, Sr. Physician Recruiter-Medical College of Wisconsin, rhaldiman@mcw.edu
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DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY & COMMUNITY MEDICINE|
MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN This position will lead a groundbreaking initiative to address the opioid overdose crisis in Milwaukee, WI. This role involves directing the Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program, which prioritizes the delivery of low-threshold Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) services at the Forest Home Health Center and inpatient settings such as Froedtert Hospital. This position will spearhead workforce development to alleviate the shortage of clinicians equipped to treat opioid use disorders, with a specific focus on health equity, community partnerships, and sustainable medical education. This role will involve significant teaching, advising fellows, residents, and medical students, and participating in scholarly activities. The Fellowship Director will ensure the program’s compliance with ACGME requirements, while fostering an environment of clinical and educational excellence. Key Roles & Responsibilities: Program Leadership & Development:
Direct & develop the Addiction Medicine Fellowship, ensuring alignment with ACGME standards and institutional missions. Design and implement a fellowship curriculum that emphasizes low-threshold MOUD services, addiction care, mental health services, and primary care, particularly for vulnerable populations in Milwaukee’s most affected communities. Integrate social determinants of health into the fellowship's approach, ensuring that care delivery reduces health disparities & advances health equity in underserved areas. Clinical & Teaching Responsibilities:
Provide full scope addiction medicine care and broader primary care services to people who use drugs (PWUD) at the Forest Home Health Center, as well as supervise inpatient consultation services at Froedtert Hospital. Precept & mentor fellows, residents, & medical students, developing their clinical & behavioral health skills in addiction medicine and fostering a compassionate, biopsychosocial approach to care. Teach & supervise fellows in their inpatient rounds & outpatient care, ensuring the program meets the educational goals of producing skilled, knowledgeable addiction medicine clinicians. Community Engagement & Partnerships:
Build and strengthen formal partnerships with key community organizations (e.g.: United Community Center, Meta House, Veterans Administration) to create a collaborative network that extends addiction care beyond traditional healthcare settings. Engage in community-based initiatives to improve access to care for PWUD, particularly in the 53204 zip code, and develop programs that address housing, peer support, counseling, group therapy, and recovery services. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes for patients, reduce emergency service utilization, and lower readmission rates. Scholarly & Administrative Duties:
Foster a culture of scholarly activity among fellows and faculty, promoting research, publications, and quality improvement projects that address the opioid crisis and addiction medicine practices. Ensure the program complies with all ACGME reporting and institutional policies, including timely documentation and verification of fellows’ education and performance. Oversee faculty development and approve or remove physicians and non-physician educators based on performance and contribution to the educational mission. Pursue grant funding opportunities to further the development of the primary care addiction medicine enterprise at the Forest Home Health Center. Medical Education & Training Development:
Advance medical education by incorporating a biopsychosocial model of addiction care, ensuring fellows are trained to address the complex bio-psycho-social aspects of addiction. Collaborate with faculty to develop fellows as skilled educators, preparing them to teach in or initiate addiction medicine fellowship programs in their future careers. Lead efforts to destigmatize addiction care through educational initiatives that include the lived experiences of PWUD, promoting empathy and comprehensive care models. Benefits & Perks: Competitive salary Protected academic time, in addition to meeting & vacation time Access to state-of-the-art facilities & resources in a supportive & collaborative work environment Excellent CME allowance Generous 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, & more Qualifying employer in the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program, offering eligible employees the opportunity to have their student loans forgiven after qualifying years of service Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW)
is a major academic medical center, a large, multispecialty practice, and the largest research institution in the Milwaukee metro area. MCW is a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists, and health professionals; we discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences; we provide cutting-edge, collaborative, patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve. The Medical College of Wisconsin is one of only two Medical Schools in Wisconsin and in partnership with Froedtert Hospital and the Froedtert Health System and Medical College Physicians, with more than 1,250 physicians serving Milwaukee and Southeast Wisconsin. Milwaukee, Wisconsin , located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, is one of America’s great cities, combining a dynamic urban community with a rich cultural heritage with access to parks, rivers, and other outdoor recreation. Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin and the 23rd largest city in the United States. It is home to corporate headquarters for industry leaders including Northwestern Mutual, Johnson Controls, Manpower, Harley Davidson, and others. Milwaukee is a popular venue for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals; the city is recognized for its museums, fine dining and hotels, professional sports, gardens and parks, and Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens. The population of the City of Milwaukee is approximately 600,000 and approximately 1.8 million people live in the greater Milwaukee area. Our Commitment to Mental Health & Wellbeing: MCW recognizes the hard work and multiple responsibilities of our faculty and staff and is committed to improving wellness & wellbeing. As part of MCW’s commitment, a multitude of resources are provided and encouraged including the Well-Being Index, literature/research, courses, and peer support programs. 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. Interested candidates should complete our brief online application via the following link:
Medical College of Wisconsin - Open Rank- Family Medicine- Fellowship Director- Addiction Medicine - Milwaukee WI
Or email CV & cover letter to: Gina Haldiman, Sr. Physician Recruiter-Medical College of Wisconsin, rhaldiman@mcw.edu
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