The Department of Health Services (DHS), Southern Wisconsin Center (SWC) is recruiting for a Physician.  This position will typically work between 7:45am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday and includes weekends as needed. 

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months. 
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. 
• Exceptional pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025 with lifetime retirement payment. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!  
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

SWC is a state operated Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities located in Union Grove, Wi. SWC provides a wide variety of programs and services designed to assist and prepare individuals to live successfully in the setting that best meets their needs. SWC brings together a rich history and state of the art treatment approaches for the new millennium. Click here to see what working at SWC is all about! 

SWC is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS.

If you recently interviewed for this position, no need to reapply.  

As a Physician at SWC, you will practice medicine through the assessment and treatment of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  This includes the diagnosis, treatment and disposition of assigned patients, including activities such as preventive medicine, disease assessment, consultation with other medical and professional staff, prescribing medications, and treatments and documentation of treatment plans and progress.  Clinical functions also include ordering lab work, diagnostic tests and nursing measures.  This provision of medical care is part of a comprehensive program of 24/7 medical management coverage of individuals who live at State Centers for the Developmentally Disabled. SWC is licensed and certified as an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) with federal and state regulations and laws guiding medical care and treatment.

The starting pay is between $102.92 and $111.60 per hour (approximately between $214,000 and $232,000 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. Qualified individuals may earn additional supplemental pay up to $21.00/hr for Board Certification or $7.00/hr for Board Certification Eligibility.  A 12-month probationary period is required. 

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule and range 10/51.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date. 

Appointee must obtain a DEA number by time of hire. Individuals who are required to obtain a registration in order to carry out duties in a state of federal agency are exempt from registration fees. Please see the DEA Practitioner Pre-application Checklist for more information. 

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified candidates must have:

• Licensed or eligibility to obtain license to practice medicine in the State of Wisconsin. Licensure must be obtained by time of appointment. Please refer to the WI Department of Safety and Professional Services website for more information on licensing.  Eligibility means you are licensed in another state or have applied and are in the process of obtaining a license in the State of Wisconsin.
• DEA Registration or be eligible to obtain DEA Registration. 
• Experience performing basic physical examination techniques and general knowledge of medical therapeutics 
• Ability to diagnose and treat acutely and chronically ill patients 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

A well-qualified candidate will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental health, and maladaptive behaviors. 
• Knowledge of behavioral science topics within the medical curriculum.
• Experience with accurate, efficient, and timely medical records documentation

For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included, click here.

Applying is easy! Click “Apply for Job” to start your application process.  Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application. 

Helpful Information: 

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline. 
• You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline.
• You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF compatible format and answer one or more questions. 
• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. 
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. 
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs. 
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Jennie Hocker in Human Resources at Jennifer.hocker@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here. 

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm.