Occupational Medicine Physician

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Occupational Medicine physician to join our established Occupational Health Services team. This outpatient-focused role emphasizes employee health, work-related injury care, and employer partnership across a diverse range of industries.

• Focused practice providing occupational medicine, injury care, preventive services, medical surveillance, and environmental health services
• Balanced visit mix with approximately 50% occupational health exams and 50% work related injury care (workers’ compensation)
• Deliver patient-centered care to employees across a variety of employer partners and industries, supporting workforce health and safety
• Provide comprehensive occupational health services and regulatory exams, including pre placement, fitness-for-duty, return-to-work, respiratory, DOT, and fire fighter exams
• Diagnose and treat work-related injuries and illnesses, supporting safe return-to-work decisions and functional recovery
• Collaborate with employers, safety teams, and healthcare colleagues on workplace health, ergonomics, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance
• Procedural components include suturing, splinting, injections (upper and lower extremities), and routine in-office clinical procedures

• Comprehensive Support: At Gundersen, we are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful culture that empowers our team members to flourish and make a positive impact.
• Flexible Work Options: Enjoy a work environment that supports both your personal and professional needs, ensuring fulfillment and well-being.
• Mission Driven Culture: Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered occupational health services in partnership with our employer and community partners, supporting the health and safety of the regional workforce.
• Compensation that Reflects Your Impact: At Gundersen, we recognize that great physicians, whether experienced or new, make a real difference. Our salary structure is designed to reflect your skills, potential, and commitment to exceptional patient care, recognizing the value you bring to our team and the community.
• Outstanding Benefits: Our benefits include loan forgiveness, relocation assistance, a competitive 401K match, personal liability insurance, and more, all designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in La Crosse and Green Bay, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We are committed to delivering high quality primary, specialty and emergency care throughout our integrated system.

La Crosse is nestled between the soaring bluffs of Wisconsin and Minnesota, along the legendary Mississippi River. La Crosse offers countless opportunities to recharge. Whether hiking scenic bluff trails, kayaking along the river at sunrise, cycling through the rolling countryside, or enjoying a local play or exploring the vibrant arts scene, this city is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and cultural lovers alike.

After a day of adventure, unwind at one of the many locally owned restaurants, enjoying a variety of unique flavors, or relax at one of our popular craft breweries. La Crosse is the perfect place to put down roots, build meaningful connections, and feel part of something special. It is not just a place to practice medicine – it is a place to truly call home.

La Crosse is within a few hours’ drive of major cities like Madison, Milwaukee, and Minneapolis.

Please contact:

Shari Kjos, Physician Recruiter
Email: skkjos
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