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The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, a leader in delivering the most advanced medical technologies and comprehensive health care services available, is seeking BC/BE Gastroenterologists to diagnose and treat a wide range of GI conditions. Join us in transforming health care and connecting communities to the best of academic medicine as we provide exceptional care to diverse communities in the greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin region!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Full-time role based in New Berlin & Waukesha, WI, both located in the Milwaukee area
- Performance of colonoscopies, endoscopies, EGDs, and various other diagnostic procedures in partnership with anesthesiology services
- Average of 16-18 out-patient procedures per day
- Inpatient & outpatient support by advanced practice providers
- Robust support services and strong, collaborative teams in our Gastroenterology and Hepatology programs, including but not limited to liver transplant, colorectal surgery, and hepatobiliary surgery
- Healthy work/life balance with shared call schedule
- Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of fully funded malpractice insurance, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and sign-on bonus
- Highly competitive two-year initial guarantee salary with the ability to earn more through a RVU productivity model and quality incentive
- Current physicians are above the 90th percentile in productivity
- Join a nationally recognized research institution ranking in the top third of medical schools in NIH research
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
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) from an accredited institution
- Board certification (or eligibility) in Gastroenterology
- State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain state licensure in the state of Wisconsin
For inquiries or to learn more, please contact:
Gina Haldiman, Sr. Physician Recruiter
rhaldiman@mcw.edu
MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.
Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.
The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.
COMMITMENT TO MCW VALUES
All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. 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. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.
LOCATION:
Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost.
MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
INTRODUCTION
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, a leader in delivering the most advanced medical technologies and comprehensive health care services available, is seeking BC/BE Gastroenterologists to diagnose and treat a wide range of GI conditions. Join us in transforming health care and connecting communities to the best of academic medicine as we provide exceptional care to diverse communities in the greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin region!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Full-time role based in New Berlin & Waukesha, WI, both located in the Milwaukee area
- Performance of colonoscopies, endoscopies, EGDs, and various other diagnostic procedures in partnership with anesthesiology services
- Average of 16-18 out-patient procedures per day
- Inpatient & outpatient support by advanced practice providers
- Robust support services and strong, collaborative teams in our Gastroenterology and Hepatology programs, including but not limited to liver transplant, colorectal surgery, and hepatobiliary surgery
- Healthy work/life balance with shared call schedule
- Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of fully funded malpractice insurance, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and sign-on bonus
- Highly competitive two-year initial guarantee salary with the ability to earn more through a RVU productivity model and quality incentive
- Current physicians are above the 90th percentile in productivity
- Join a nationally recognized research institution ranking in the top third of medical schools in NIH research
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
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) from an accredited institution
- Board certification (or eligibility) in Gastroenterology
- State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain state licensure in the state of Wisconsin
For inquiries or to learn more, please contact:
Gina Haldiman, Sr. Physician Recruiter
rhaldiman@mcw.edu
MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.
Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.
The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.
COMMITMENT TO MCW VALUES
All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. 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. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.
LOCATION:
Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost.
MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Gastroenterologist
Verify your credential equivalency before applying
If your medical degree is from outside the U.S., ECFMG certification and USMLE completion are prerequisites most sponsoring employers require before initiating PERM. Confirm these are in order before outreach to avoid delays at the credential verification stage.
Target health systems in HPSA-designated areas
Employers in Health Professional Shortage Areas face documented recruitment difficulty, which supports a stronger PERM case. Gastroenterology positions at rural hospitals or federally qualified health centers often move faster through DOL review for exactly this reason.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Filter by specialty and employer PERM filing history to find health systems actively sponsoring gastroenterologists. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with a track record of employment-based green card filings, saving you from cold outreach to organizations without sponsorship infrastructure.
Ask employers about prevailing wage tier upfront
The DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before your first interview so you know whether an offer will satisfy Level II or Level III wage requirements for your region.
Understand the PERM recruitment window your employer faces
Your sponsoring employer must complete DOL-mandated recruitment steps, including job postings and documented candidate review, within a strict timeframe before filing. A hospital that skips or missteps this process must restart, adding months to your timeline.
File I-485 and I-140 concurrently when your priority date is current
If your country of birth and EB-2 or EB-3 category have a current priority date in the Visa Bulletin, USCIS allows concurrent filing of your I-140 and adjustment of status application, which significantly compresses the overall green card timeline.
Green Card Gastroenterologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for gastroenterologists?
Yes, significantly. H-1B visa is a temporary work visa requiring renewal every three years and subject to annual cap pressures. PERM-based EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle. The tradeoff is time: PERM requires DOL labor certification before your employer files the I-140, making the overall process longer but the outcome permanent.
Which green card category is right for a gastroenterologist, EB-2 or EB-3?
Most gastroenterologists qualify under EB-2 because the role requires a medical degree plus residency and fellowship training, meeting the advanced degree standard. EB-3 is available as a fallback for skilled workers. EB-2 is preferable when your priority date is current, as it typically has shorter backlogs for many countries compared to EB-3.
How do I find gastroenterology employers that sponsor green cards?
Search for employers with documented PERM filing history in gastroenterology or internal medicine subspecialties. Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings by employers with active employment-based green card sponsorship records, which is more reliable than asking cold whether a hospital sponsors, since many do but do not advertise it publicly.
Can a gastroenterologist self-petition for a green card without an employer?
Yes, through the EB-1A extraordinary ability or EB-2 National Interest Waiver pathways, which do not require PERM or employer sponsorship. NIW is available to physicians who commit to working in underserved areas for a set period. These routes require stronger individual evidence but eliminate dependence on an employer's willingness to sponsor.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and you move to a same or similar gastroenterology role, AC21 portability lets you transfer the approved petition to your new employer. USCIS evaluates whether the new role is in the same occupational classification, so document the clinical similarity between your old and new positions carefully.