Froedtert ThedaCare, a premier non-profit health system in Northeast Wisconsin, is seeking a BE/BC Internal Medicine Physician to join our established outpatient practice in the scenic lakeside community of Two Rivers.
This role offers the ideal balance of a high-functioning medical home with the expansive resources of a regional leader. You will step into a busy clinic with an established patient panel, long-term clinic staff, and the advanced technological support of an academic health network.
Practice Highlights
- Flexible FTE (0.5-1.0 FTE): Full-time (1.0 FTE) is defined as 35 patient contact hours plus 4 hours of dedicated administrative time weekly.
- Optimal Schedule: Clinic hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm. Flexible 4 or 4.5-day workweeks are available.
- Advanced Efficiency: Fully integrated Epic EMR with DAX Copilot (AI documentation) and Dragon dictation tools to streamline your workflow.
- Smart Call Rotation: Balanced 1:10 phone-only call outside normal hours. All calls are pre-screened by a nurse triage team, protecting your personal time.
- Established Team: Join a collegial group consisting of 1 Physician and 2 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) with a robust nursing and administrative infrastructure.
Samuel Ballard, DO Internal Medicine, Primary Care
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (2020)
Residency: Spectrum Lakeland Health (2023)
Colleen Marx, NP Primary Care
Post-Graduate School: University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (2002)
Jessica Meyer, PA-C Primary Care
Post-Graduate School: Marquette University (2010)
Froedtert ThedaCare is an integrated healthcare system serving nearly half of Wisconsin’s population. Its 28,000+ team members, physicians and clinicians are transforming communities through prediction, prevention and partnerships with excellence in primary and specialty care in 20 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations. Together with the Medical College of Wisconsin, we form the region’s only academic medical center, providing the foundation for groundbreaking medical research and excellence in education to accelerate discovery and drive innovation. The system is uniquely positioned to be the trusted partner in advancing the health of our communities.
Within the Manitowoc and Sheboygan region is Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity over 125 years ago, Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital, rooted in the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, is committed to providing high quality medical care and dedicated to helping people in the communities it serves achieve healthier lives. Recently recognized as a top-decile community hospital within the nation, the facility was ranked 21 of 364 community hospitals by Vizient Quality and Accountability Ranking and is part of the integrated healthcare system.
The system also offers a variety of ambulatory clinics between Manitowoc and Sheboygan county, expanding the impact providers have within the region and ensuring care is provided close to home for the communities we serve. For more details visit Holy Family Memorial, part of the Froedtert & MCW health network | Holy Family Memorial
Two Rivers, Wisconsin is a vibrant coastal community located along the shores of Lake Michigan in Manitowoc County with a population of over 11,000 residents. Known as the Cool City due to its refreshing lake breezes and historical legacy, it offers an appealing blend of maritime heritage, public beaches, and modern regional services.
Activities and Recreation
- Neshotah Beach: A massive, white-sand public beach offering volleyball courts, playgrounds, jet ski launches, and sweeping views of Lake Michigan.
- Point Beach State Forest: Features miles of pine-bordered hiking and cross-country skiing trails, Lake Michigan shoreline, and the historic Rawley Point Lighthouse.
- Twin Rivers and Waterfront Trails: Offers over 10 miles of pristine paddling routes along the East and West Twin Rivers, alongside the Mariners Trail, which connects Two Rivers to neighboring Manitowoc for biking and walking.
- Unique Cultural Attractions: Home to the Hamilton Wood Type and Printing Museum, the Rogers Street Fishing Village, and the historic Washington House, which celebrates the city's status as the birthplace of the ice cream sundae.
Downtown Features and Amenities
- Historic Business District: A lively downtown characterized by walkable storefronts, localized service businesses, a vintage theater, and the central Washington Square park.
- Dining and Shopping: Home to a variety of options including Schroeder's Department Store, local bakeries, independent bookstores, craft breweries, classic pubs, and lakeside dining spots.
Housing and Cost of Living
- Existing Housing: The cost of living is highly reasonable and sits well below national averages, offering an affordable market full of traditional single-family bungalows, historic homes, and scenic lakeside properties.
- New Builds and Lots: Opportunities for custom construction are regularly available through vacant residential parcels within established neighborhoods and newer outlying subdivisions.
- Apartments and Rentals: The local rental market includes traditional multi-family complexes, modern townhome layouts with private garages, and duplex rentals that cater to various budgets.
Education
- Public Schools: Operated by the Two Rivers Public School District, which includes local elementary campuses, L.B. Clarke Middle School, and Two Rivers High School.
- Private Education: Served locally by St. John's Lutheran School, with additional nearby faith-based high school options like Roncalli High School and Manitowoc Lutheran High School in adjacent Manitowoc.
- Higher Education: Residents enjoy convenient proximity to regional institutions including Lakeshore Technical College and campuses within the University of Wisconsin system.
Healthcare
- Froedtert ThedaCare HFM Lakefront Campus: Conveniently located within the city at 800 Lakefront Way, this modern clinic offers local primary care, family medicine, behavioral health, physical therapy, and laboratory services.
- Regional Hospital Care: Full 24/7 emergency care, inpatient services, and comprehensive surgical specialties are available just minutes away at the primary Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital campus in Manitowoc.
Travel and Regional Distances
- Green Bay, WI: 40 miles
- Appleton, WI: 50 miles
- Milwaukee, WI: 85 miles
- Madison, WI: 150 miles
- Chicago, IL: 175 miles