What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Pathology Physician position at Merritt Hawkins?
The Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible forensic pathologist to join its team of forensic pathologists dedicated to quality patient and family-focused care, and best practice in medicolegal death investigation. This is a high-income opportunity with a supportive county administration offering a structured environment with limited daily caseload, equal distribution of cases, advanced radiologic capabilities, skilled autopsy assistants, and dedicated time for follow-up, providing plenty of opportunity for good work-life balance or time for teaching or research opportunities.
Opportunity Highlights
Community Highlights
Surrounded by two gorgeous lakes and home to the University of Wisconsin, Madison is a friendly community with plenty of Midwest charm. Offering a small-town feel and big-city amenities, it’s an ideal place to call home.
Opportunity Highlights
- J1 Visa applicants welcome
- Up to $250K in student loan repayment
- Fellowship stipend available for early applicants
- Current base salary of up to $270,000 with cost of living increases throughout career
- Sign-on bonus relocation assistance provided
- Fractional positions available for greater life-work balance
- Locums to term, or short-term employment (1 year) available for the hesitant applicant
- Limited/capped workload
Community Highlights
Surrounded by two gorgeous lakes and home to the University of Wisconsin, Madison is a friendly community with plenty of Midwest charm. Offering a small-town feel and big-city amenities, it’s an ideal place to call home.
- University town with diverse population and activities
- Some of the best public private schools in the state
- Exceptional retirement system
- Full medical insurance coverage
- Four distinct seasons an abundance of outdoor recreation, including biking, golfing, fishing, paddle boarding, snowshoe walking, and hiking
- A variety of events activities throughout the year, including collegiate sporting events
- A remarkable downtown area, featuring a number of wonderful shops and restaurants
- Convenient access to Lake Michigan Milwaukee
- Within driving distance to Chicago
- Medscape ranks Wisconsin #2 in its “Best Places to Practice 2021”
About The Company
Merritt Hawkins, an AMN Healthcare company, is a permanent physician placement service that fills more physician jobs than any other firm. In addition to being the nation’s leader in physician employment search and consulting services, Merritt Hawkins also recruits and places select allied health professionals. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.Salary : $270,000
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