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General Information

Location
Aurora Medical Center Oshkosh
85 N Westhaven, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Care Delivery Brand
Aurora Health Care
Compensation
$246,115 - $246,115 , sign-on bonus eligible

Description & Requirements

Join Aurora Health Care as an Acute Care Surgeon in Oshkosh, WI—part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country. 
 
At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.

Highlights
  • Part-time (.5) acute care surgeon
  • New acute surgery program will cover Aurora Medical Center Oshkosh, an 84 bed and Level IV community hospital
  • You will join an established team of skilled surgeons and enjoy not only supportive partners but also an experienced team of APC’s who will provide additional support in a robust practice environment
  • Patients come first with a calming environment; patient rooms have views of the surrounding gardens, and wooded land 
  • Responsibilities include 6 24-hour shifts / month to cover same day emergency general surgery; can do more if needed. 
  • Flexible schedule - may do 6 consecutive days or split; one weekend/month is required, and 1 holiday/year.
  • Weekends are Friday 7 a.m. to Monday, 7 a.m.
  • Will be onsite suring the day, evenings, you do not need to be onsite however you must be within 60 minutes response time when on-call
  • You will also do inpatient rounds on the acute care service; acute and follow-up clinic for your own patients
  • Responsibilities are flexible but include rounds, new inpatient and urgent outpatient consults, urgent/emergent surgeries
  • This is an ACS only position, 100% inpatient, with no significant elective surgery responsibilities 
  • Call coverage on off days will be provided by rotation of surgeons in the existing group
  • Excellent schedule results in an outstanding work/life balance 
  • EPIC EMR
  • Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
  • Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
  • Experience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients

Training and/or Experience Required
  • Completion of an accredited general surgery residency program
  • Skilled surgeon who can perform well under pressure
  • Skills in the full spectrum of general surgery
  • Collaborative team player


Benefits
  • Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
  • Educational assistance and professional development programs
  • Paid medical liability insurance 
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
  • Relocation assistance

About Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Nestled along the western shore of Lake Winnebago, Oshkosh offers the perfect blend of small-town warmth and big-city amenities. With a vibrant downtown, scenic waterfront, and an affordable cost of living, it's easy to see why Oshkosh is one of Wisconsin's hidden gems. Home to the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, the city buzzes with energy and innovation, while maintaining a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the year-round recreational boating, fishing, biking, and snowshoeing are just the beginning. The nearby EAA Aviation Museum and annual AirVenture fly-in draw visitors from around the globe, adding a unique cultural flair to the community. Short commutes, excellent schools, and safe neighborhoods make it an ideal place to put down roots. Plus, with easy access to Milwaukee, Green Bay, and the Fox Cities, adventure is never far away. Whether you're looking to grow your career or settle into a welcoming community, Oshkosh delivers the best of both worlds.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you’re joining a team that’s committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we’re redefining care - for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you’ll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.

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