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The Department of Anesthesiology at The University of Wisconsin is recruiting a Chronic Pain Anesthesiologist. The primary focus of this position is an anesthesiologist with expertise in chronic pain patient care. Candidates for this position will primarily treat chronic pain patients 100% of time; or may be considered to split their clinical responsibilities to between the chronic pain area and providing clinical anesthesia care. Clinical and didactic teaching in pain management will be required. If appointed on the CHS track, duties will also include education and research components.

The successful candidate will teach medical students, residents, and fellows. The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

• This position is full or part time, 80%-100%

• This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

• Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles: Clinical Professor or Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Assistant Professor or Professor (CHS) or Associate Professor (CHS) or Assistant Professor (CHS). The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. 

• Contact with vulnerable populations that are non-minors (does not pertain to physicians/providers who work with minors): This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations.  The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• The chosen candidate will teach medical students, residents, and fellows.

• The chosen applicant will participate in administrative, and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. 

• An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. 

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Chronic Pain.

Established in 1927 by Ralph M. Waters, we are proud to be the first academic anesthesiology department in the United States. Our department is deeply committed to a tripartite mission of clinical care, education, and research, as well as to the success and well-being of our teams. 

As dedicated clinicians, we provide comprehensive anesthesiology, critical care and pain management services to communities across the UW Health system of care.  As educators, we are passionate about training the next generation of anesthesiologists and clinical anesthetists.  As researchers, we support  basic, translational and clinical science with a commitment to advancing the future of anesthesiology.

As a community, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive in their pursuit of excellence in patient care, teaching, and discovery.

The Department embraces both independent and collaborative work-styles. Our general approach is to empower individuals to work independently through thorough and hands-on training and onboarding, while also having regular meetings with collaborators and support staff within the department to foster a strong team environment.

Compensation:

Negotiable, 12 month

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer OR SMPH University Staff Benefits Flyer.

Required Qualifications:

• WI Medical license by start date of position

• Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology by start date of position

• Completion of Anesthesiology residency program, and certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Subspecialty fellowship training in pain management, and certified or eligible for certification by an appropriate specialty board for pain management by the start date of the position

• Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges, by start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Duties for appointment to the Clinician Teacher (CT) track: Primary responsibilities will be clinical. Provide clinical care in the areas of chronic pain management in an outpatient clinic setting, and interventional pain treatment in an ambulatory procedure center, and/or regional pain care. In addition, work as an anesthesiologist providing anesthetic care to surgical patients either personally performing anesthesia or in an anesthesia team model. Balance of duties to be determined on an individual basis. Clinical teaching will be in the area of chronic pain management and/or regional pain management.

• Duties for appointment to CHS track: Major teaching responsibilities for residents and fellowsin the area of chronic pain management and/or regional pain management. Provide clinical care in the areas of chronic pain management in an outpatient clinic setting, and interventional pain treatment in an ambulatory procedure center, and/or regional pain care. In addition, work as an anesthesiologist providing anesthetic care to surgical patients either personally performing anesthesia or in an anesthesia team model. Balance of duties to be determined on an individual basis. Clinical teaching will be in the area of chronic pain management and/or regional pain management. Opportunity for participation or to lead clinical research for interested candidates.

Education:

MD, DO, or equivalent is required

How to Apply:

The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 1, 2025, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. To apply for this position, please click on the correct option under "Apply Now" and use the online UW Job Application system to submit a current CV and a cover letter that indicates the following details: 

• Your interest in joining the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Anesthesiology as a Chronic Pain Anesthesiologist.

• Your qualifications and experience in Chronic Pain Anesthesia

• (if applicable) Your area(s) of research interest, if any.

Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

This position will be a dual appointment with UW Madison and UW Medical Foundation.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

Contact Information:

Andrew Prickett, [email protected], 608-262-9886

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.

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