Palliative System Medical Director
Aspirus Health · Wausau, WI
Posted October 3, 2026
Aspirus Wausau Hospital · 333 Pine Ridge Boulevard, Wausau, WI, US, 54401
Aspirus Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Palliative System Medical Director.
Lead the planning, organization, and direction of the Palliative Medicine Program by bringing a collaborative, innovative approach to program administration, quality improvement, networking, and community engagement.
OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:
- Split time between inpatient clinical work and administrative responsibilities focused on program development
- Inpatient coverage focused on complex ICU care (ICUs: General Medical/MedSurg, Cardio, Neuro)
- Monday - Friday, occasional weekend coverage
- Hospice call coverage 1:6 (call only)
- Collaborative working relationship with the hospitalist team
- Palliative fellowship and experience in Palliative Care/Hospice required
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with a dedicated, experienced clinical services administrator Nurse Practitioner on program strategy, growth, and development
- Act as a liaison between Administration and the Medical Staff, ensuring smooth communication and alignment
- Oversee performance measurement, quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and referral management
- Drive strategic program growth and development as the program expands its reach
- Take on a leadership role within a clinically active and well-supported Palliative Medicine Program
- Collaborate with visionary leadership and an expert multidisciplinary team to provide exceptional care across Wisconsin, Michigan, and Minnesota
BENEFITS: Competitive benefits package including relocation assistance, student loan repayment program, annual CME allowance, and a sign-on bonus.
COMMUNITY: Discover the Greater Wausau Area
A vibrant, four-season community where career meets quality of life
Located in the heart of north-central Wisconsin, the Greater Wausau Area including Wausau and its surrounding communities offers an outstanding quality of life. With a blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, the area delivers the lifestyle many professionals are seeking.
- Affordable Cost of Living - Enjoy a high standard of living with affordable housing, minimal traffic, and short commute times (average under 20 minutes).
- Safe, Friendly, and Engaged Communities - Great neighborhoods, excellent schools and a strong sense of connection and engaged local population.
- Year-round outdoor opportunities - Rib Mountain State Park & Granite Peak Ski Area, Wisconsin Riverfront & Whitewater Park, extensive trails & green spaces.
- Additional amenities -
- Boutique shopping and farmers markets, plus major retailers for convenience
- Live performances, concerts, and local festivals
- Local restaurants, craft breweries, and cozy cafs
Employer
Aspirus Health
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system serving communities across Wisconsin, Michigan's Upper Peninsula and northeastern Minnesota. From our home in Wausau, Wisconsin, Aspirus brings together hospitals, clinics, urgent care, cancer care, heart and vascular care, behavioral health and specialty services — including the Aspirus St. Luke's system in Duluth — to deliver advanced, high-quality care close to home.
At Aspirus, you'll join a thriving, financially strong and collaborative health system that is committed to redefining rural health care. Our physicians and advanced practice providers practice leading-edge medicine with the resources of a large system and the relationships of a close-knit community, supported by a culture of joy, compassion and teamwork.
Care deeply. Live fully. Thrive here. Aspirus offers competitive compensation and benefits, professional growth and leadership opportunities, and the chance to live in some of the country's most beautiful and affordable communities — with lakes, forests and four-season recreation right outside your door.