Medical Director Jobs in Wisconsin

Medical Director jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where major health systems like Froedtert Health, UW Health, and Advocate Aurora Health maintain deep physician leadership pipelines across primary care, behavioral health, and population health management. Demand is steady at every level, from first-time medical directors stepping out of clinical practice to seasoned executives overseeing multi-site operations. Wisconsin's integrated health system model means these roles often combine clinical oversight with quality improvement and payer contract responsibilities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles36
Top employerSSM Health
Top cityMadison, WI
Cities hiring24
Work type60% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Associate Medical Director
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Associate Medical Director
inFORME Healthcare, LLC
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
51-200

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Lead Director, Medical Benefit Portfolio Product Management (Central Region)
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Lead Director, Medical Benefit Portfolio Product Management (Central Region)
CVS Health
Madison, Wisconsin
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$100k - $232k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Veterinarian / Medical Director – $120K–$160K – New Clinic
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Veterinarian / Medical Director – $120K–$160K – New Clinic
Underdog Pet Rescue of Wisconsin, Inc.
Delavan, Wisconsin
Business Analysis
Business Operations
Project Management
$120k - $160k/yr
On-Site

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Medical Director Volunteer
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Medical Director Volunteer
CHIPPEWA VALLEY FREE CLINIC
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Hybrid

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Medical Director
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Medical Director
inFORME Healthcare, LLC
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$325k - $425k/yr
51-200

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Medical Director Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Madison
5 jobs
Milwaukee
3 jobs
Appleton
2 jobs
Eau Claire
2 jobs
Fond du Lac
2 jobs
Menomonee Falls
2 jobs
Owen
1 job
Amery
1 job
Oregon
1 job

Medical Director Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

SSM Health5 open roles
inFORME Healthcare3 open roles
Concentra2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Animal Care & Pet Services

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical director jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Active Wisconsin medical license issued by the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board required
  • Board certification in a relevant specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA
  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum five years of clinical practice experience in a related specialty or care setting
  • Demonstrated experience leading quality improvement, utilization management, or clinical operations teams
  • Strong working knowledge of CMS regulations, NCQA standards, and value-based care models

Medical Director Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical director in Wisconsin?

To become a medical director in Wisconsin, you need an MD or DO degree, completion of an accredited residency, and an active Wisconsin medical license issued by the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board. Most employers also require board certification through ABMS or AOA in a relevant specialty. Beyond clinical credentials, Wisconsin health systems typically look for candidates who have moved into leadership roles such as department chief, quality officer, or physician liaison before applying for medical director positions.

Which companies hire medical directors in Wisconsin?

Employers hiring medical directors in Wisconsin right now include SSM Health, inFORME Healthcare, and Concentra, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Wisconsin's integrated health system landscape means many of these openings sit within large regional networks that operate hospitals, clinics, and insurance products under one umbrella.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most medical director jobs?

Madison, Milwaukee, and Wisconsin account for the largest share of medical director openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of the concentration of major health systems including Froedtert Health and Advocate Aurora Health, while Madison is anchored by UW Health and the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, and Green Bay draws volume from Prevea Health and HSHS Wisconsin serving the Fox Valley and northeast corridor.

Are there remote medical director jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since medical director roles often require on-site rounds, credentialing committee attendance, and direct team supervision. About 40% of medical director openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with most of those positions concentrated in managed care, utilization review, and population health functions where the work is primarily analytical and meeting-based.

How can I get hired as a medical director in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving into a physician leadership role within a Wisconsin health system before applying for a formal medical director title. UW Health, Froedtert Health, and Advocate Aurora Health all run physician leadership development programs that help clinicians build quality improvement and operational skills. Roles such as physician champion, associate medical director, or department quality lead serve as effective stepping stones, and completing a certificate in healthcare administration or an MBA with a health focus strengthens a candidacy considerably.

Where can I find and apply to medical director jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to medical director jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, preferred location, and leadership scope, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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