Medical Director - Physician - MD/DO - Hospice and Palliative Care
SInternal MedicineMadison, Wisconsin1mo ago
~$346,000SalaryDrMarket ContextHigh confidence· 36 reports
FPay transparency
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Medical Director - Physician - MD/DO - Hospice and Palliative Care
~$346,000SalaryDrMarket Context
Reported by 36 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Internal Medicine
Overview
The package
AI-structuredSSM Health is seeking a full-time Regional Clinical Medical Director in Hospice & Palliative Medicine for their Wisconsin Region, with duties split across Palliative Medical Director (0.2 FTE), Hospice Medical Director (0.2 FTE), and Palliative Care Outpatient/Telemedicine (0.6 FTE). The role covers inpatient, outpatient, and home-based community visits across multiple Wisconsin communities and involves leading program initiatives, setting quality metrics, and collaborating with a team of 2 physicians, 11 APPs, and 15 support staff.
- $346,000 SalaryDr market context available for comparison
- Regional Medical Director – Inpatient, Outpatient, Home-Based Community, and Telemedicine · Health System (SSM Health) – includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient, home care, and hospice services · 0.2 FTE Palliative Medical Director, 0.2 FTE Hospice Medical Director, 0.6 FTE Palliative Care Outpatient and Telemedicine
- Research expectations or opportunities indicated
Posted pay vs real comps
$298k$346k$399k
Physician-reported range Reported median
Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.
Compensation
- Type
- SalaryDr Market Context
- Market context
- $297,500 – $398,750
- Structure
- salary
$298k$346k$399k
Physician-reported range Reported median
This is SalaryDr Market Context computed from 36 verified physician submissions (region cohort). It is not the employer's posted pay. The employer did not disclose pay.
Next steps
Employer
SSM Health
Healthcare employer0 open roles
Trust state
Unclaimed profile
EHR
Not provided
Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Facility & Community
Madison, Wisconsin
Mapped from source coordinates
Facility details
- Practice setting
- Regional Medical Director – Inpatient, Outpatient, Home-Based Community, and Telemedicine
- Facility type
- Health System (SSM Health) – includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient, home care, and hospice services
- Patient population
- Hospice and palliative care patients across Fond du Lac, Ripon, Waupun, Baraboo, Columbus, Madison, Janesville, and Monroe, WI
Community snapshot
Peer median
$340k
159 reports · national
Active supply
10
5 in Madison
Transparent pay
2/10
state roles with reviewed pay
Work-life
4.2/5
19 physician reports
Cost of living
93
below U.S. avg (100) · BEA Regional Price Parities
Schools
+0.5
grade levels vs U.S. avg · NAEP 2024
159 SalaryDr Internal Medicine reports in national show a $340,000 median.
10 active Internal Medicine roles in Wisconsin, including 5 in Madison; 2 include reviewed transparent pay.
Physicians in this comparison cohort report 3.6/5 average job satisfaction.
83% of physicians with recommendation data would choose their job again.
Questions to ask the employer
- What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Inpatient / outpatient
- 0.2 FTE Palliative Medical Director, 0.2 FTE Hospice Medical Director, 0.6 FTE Palliative Care Outpatient and Telemedicine
- Coverage model
- Collaborates with 2 physicians, 11 APPs, and 15 support staff (RNs, Social Workers, Chaplains, Medical/Scheduling Office Assistants) across Wisconsin Region
- Admin burden
- 0.4 FTE dedicated to Medical Director duties (Palliative and Hospice); responsibilities include leading program initiatives, setting quality and safety metrics, and collaborating with administrative leaders and service lines
- FTE
- 1
- Teaching
- No
- Research
- Yes
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Aggregated (ym_careers)
- Salary label
- SalaryDr Market Context
- First seen
- 1 wk ago
- Last verified
- 1 wk ago
- Extraction confidence
- 42%
Full description
Salary Range:
Job Description
Join the growing Hospice and Palliative Medicine Team in Wisconsin:
Our Wisconsin Region is seeking a full-time Regional Clinical Medical Director to support our compassionate Hospice & Palliative Medicine team. Make a meaningful impact through your work and help shape the future of Palliative Care in Wisconsin!
Qualifications:
This Medical Director role supports inpatient, outpatient, and home-based community visits across Fond du Lac, Ripon, Waupun, Baraboo, Columbus, Madison, Janesville, and Monroe. The position partners collaboratively with 2 Physicians, 11 Advanced Practice Providers, and 15 dedicated support staff, including Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Chaplains, and Medical/Scheduling Office Assistants, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care across the Wisconsin Region.
Job Details:
Benefits:
SSM Health provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits plans tailored to meet the healthcare needs of you and your family. The package also offers pre-tax savings incentives, a wellness program, and retirement plans such as 403(b) and 457(b). Moreover, SSM Health provides generous PTO that encourages a healthy work/life balance, as well as personal and professional growth and development opportunities.
About SSM Health:
With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization’s footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization’s more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health’s Mission: “Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.”
Community Description:
Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city known for its blend of natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the city is home to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and enjoys a lively atmosphere fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Madison boasts an award-winning food scene, expansive beautiful park systems, and a commitment to sustainability that enhances the quality of life. Whether you're savoring local flavors, enjoying live music, or embracing the city’s commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home.
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.
Facility & Address
Contact Information
Macy Smith, CPRP Physician and Provider Recruiter
Salary Range:
Job Description
Join the growing Hospice and Palliative Medicine Team in Wisconsin:
Our Wisconsin Region is seeking a full-time Regional Clinical Medical Director to support our compassionate Hospice & Palliative Medicine team. Make a meaningful impact through your work and help shape the future of Palliative Care in Wisconsin!
Qualifications:
- Board-certified Hospice & Palliative Care Physician
- Minimum 5+ years of post-fellowship experience
- Ability to obtain a Wisconsin license
This Medical Director role supports inpatient, outpatient, and home-based community visits across Fond du Lac, Ripon, Waupun, Baraboo, Columbus, Madison, Janesville, and Monroe. The position partners collaboratively with 2 Physicians, 11 Advanced Practice Providers, and 15 dedicated support staff, including Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Chaplains, and Medical/Scheduling Office Assistants, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care across the Wisconsin Region.
Job Details:
- .2 FTE Palliative Medical Director duties, .2 FTE Hospice Medical Director duties, and .6 FTE dedicated to Palliative Care Outpatient and Telemedicine Care
- Collaborating provider for Hospice & Palliative Care APPs
- Lead program initiatives
- Set quality and safety metrics
- Interdisciplinary team – Collaboratively work with Administrative Leaders, Clinical Staff, and Service Lines
- Help develop and grow the Regional Hospice & Palliative Medicine Program
Benefits:
SSM Health provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits plans tailored to meet the healthcare needs of you and your family. The package also offers pre-tax savings incentives, a wellness program, and retirement plans such as 403(b) and 457(b). Moreover, SSM Health provides generous PTO that encourages a healthy work/life balance, as well as personal and professional growth and development opportunities.
About SSM Health:
With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization’s footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization’s more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health’s Mission: “Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.”
Community Description:
Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city known for its blend of natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the city is home to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and enjoys a lively atmosphere fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Madison boasts an award-winning food scene, expansive beautiful park systems, and a commitment to sustainability that enhances the quality of life. Whether you're savoring local flavors, enjoying live music, or embracing the city’s commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home.
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.
Facility & Address
- WI-SSM Health West Beltline
- 1808 West Beltline Highway Madison WI 53713
Contact Information
Macy Smith, CPRP Physician and Provider Recruiter
- Phone: 405-265-9901
- Email: Click to email
Salary Range:
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