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Posted 21 July, 2026

Advanced Heart Failure $50K sign-on bonus - Milwaukee, WI

Advocate Health
Milwaukee, WI, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
General Information

Location: Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, 2900 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Compensation: Salary range: $559,301 - $609,301

Position Overview

We invite you to become an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as part of our organization, a prominent nonprofit integrated health system in the United States.

Our commitment is to create a supportive environment where physicians feel empowered, valued, and equipped to excel in their roles. You will join a leading integrated system dedicated to innovation, well-being, and community service. If you are looking for professional development, a meaningful impact, or a supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

About the Medical Center

This esteemed medical facility is recognized for providing the most comprehensive heart care in Wisconsin. Key features include:

  • A highly regarded cardiac surgery program
  • Award-winning interventional and heart failure programs
  • The state's first and most successful heart transplant program, including multi-organ transplants
  • Durable mechanical circulatory support programs
  • The largest remote hemodynamic monitoring program in the state
  • The only accredited programs for pulmonary hypertension, congenital heart disease, and cardio-oncology
  • An advanced electrophysiology interventional program
  • A state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization lab available 24/7, equipped for advanced percutaneous interventions
  • The largest structural heart program in Wisconsin
Key Responsibilities
  • Engage in a full-time clinical practice focused on Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
  • Collaborate with a team of 7 Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologists and 4 skilled Cardiac Surgeons
  • Conduct outreach clinics approximately one day per week
  • Demonstrate proficiency in catheter lab procedures, including invasive hemodynamic assessments, myocardial biopsies, and optional diagnostic coronary angiograms
  • Be on-call exclusively for the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant team
  • Encourage and participate in the medical education of general cardiology fellows, internal medicine residents, and medical students, as well as regional cardiovascular conferences
  • Engage in ongoing research related to advanced heart failure, transplant, mechanical circulatory support, and pulmonary arterial hypertension
  • Utilize EPIC EMR for patient management
  • Be part of a nationally recognized organization with a physician-led medical group and integrated service lines
  • Leverage DAX Copilot, an AI-driven clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, to enhance clinical workflows
  • Provide safe and equitable care to all patients
Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $559,301 plus an annual incentive bonus of up to $50,000

Sign-on Bonus: $50,000

Benefits include:

  • Paid Time Off programs for eligible positions
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) options and employer contributions
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses
  • Family support benefits, including parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
  • Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
  • Paid medical liability insurance
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
  • Relocation assistance
About Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee boasts a population of nearly one million residents and combines the advantages of a major city with the charm of a close-knit community. The city offers a rich cultural scene, featuring performing arts centers, theaters, and museums, including a renowned lakefront art museum and one of the top ten zoos in the nation. Milwaukee is sophisticated, scenic, and affordable, with a variety of public and private educational institutions, including UW-Milwaukee and Marquette University. The city is also known for its award-winning dining options, world-class shopping, and a highly accessible international airport.