Family Medicine Physician | Froedtert ThedaCare | Wautoma, WI

• Clinical Scope: Traditional outpatient care; optional inpatient and procedural work.
• Innovation: System-wide Epic EMR with integrated DAX Copilot and Dragon.
• Time Allocation: 36 patient contact hours + 4 hours admin time (1.0 FTE).
• Clinic Accessibility: M–F availability including early 7:00a starts.
• Managed Call: All calls pre-screened by nurse triage to protect your time away.

• Income Stability: Competitive salary with a two-year guarantee to support your practice start-up.
• Performance Rewards: Transition to a production-based compensation plan in year three, rewarding your productivity and growth.
• Starting Bonus: Sign-on bonus offered to ensure a smooth transition into the practice.
• Work-Life Balance: 35 days of annual PTO, encompassing vacation, holidays, and CME.
• Professional Development: $4,500 annual CME allowance, plus full reimbursement for licensing and board certification fees.
• Total Protection: Malpractice coverage including tail insurance and access to the WI Patient Compensation Fund.
• Comprehensive Care: Full health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Secure Retirement: Both 403(b) and 457(b) plans available with employer contribution for the 403(b).

Laura Baehnman, B.S.N., M.S.N. Family Medicine

Post Graduate School: Milwaukee - University of Wisconsin (2010)

Amber Trochinski, P.A. Family Medicine

Post Graduate School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine (2013)

Post Graduate School: Butler University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences (2004)

Karen Hulbert, M.D. Family Medicine

Residency: Regions Hospital (1997)

Medical/Dental School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science/Chicago Medical School (1994)

Formed from the combination of two leading Wisconsin- based health systems, Froedtert ThedaCare is an integrated health care delivery network offering coordinated local care to help the people of Wisconsin live their unique, best lives. The combined organization is a partner to the Medical College of Wisconsin and has 22,000+ employees and 3,400+ providers offering services in 18 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations.

• Hospital Locations:
• ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton, 147 Bed Acute Care, Level III Trauma Center
• ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, 151 Bed Acute Care, Level II Trauma Center
• ThedaCare Medical Center-New London, 25 Bed Critical Access
• ThedaCare Medical Center-Waupaca, 25 Bed Critical Access
• ThedaCare Medical Center-Shawano, 25 Bed Critical Access
• ThedaCare Medical Center-Berlin, 25 Bed Critical Access
• ThedaCare Medical Center-Wild Rose, 25 Bed Critical Access
• ThedaCare Medical Center- Fond du Lac, 10 Bed

Through our 115-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges.

We’re on a mission to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve, empowering individuals to live their best lives. As one of the leading nonprofit providers in Northeast and Central Wisconsin, ThedaCare is dedicated to compassionate, effective care for everyone. Our team of skilled experts is committed to supporting our local community through innovative care techniques, educational resources, clinical research and a patient-first approach.

This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge. Please contact the ThedaCare Employment Center to make your request at 920-830-5800 and then prompt “1”. ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

ThedaCare is thrilled to launch our Graduate Medical Education (GME) program. This endeavor offers residents a powerful opportunity to elevate health care across northeast and central Wisconsin.

The GME program, housed at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, allow residents to refine their skills alongside our accomplished physician faculty members.

Residents will train in the Fox Cities and beyond, extending their services to our rural communities, primary care settings and post-acute clinics. This hands-on experience enriches residents’ education while also allowing them to address the health care challenges facing many populations. Through our GME program, we’re excited to shape the next generation of compassionate and skilled physicians.

Learn how ThedaCare’s Graduate Medical Education program equips future physicians to help every patient live their healthiest, most fulfilling life.

https://thedacare.org/about-us/medical-education/graduate-medical-education/ 

• Inland Lake Access: Surrounds multiple water bodies, including Silver Lake, Irogami Lake, and Hills Lake, which are highly popular for motorized boating, jet skiing, pontoon cruising, and bluegill fishing.
• Waushara County Parks: Connects residents to public green spaces like Mount Morris County Park, which features hiking trails leading to scenic overlook docks and panoramic views of the county.
• Trout Stream Fishing: Offers direct access to several Class I and Class II trout streams, drawing fly-fishermen from across the Midwest to the White River and Mecan River systems.
• Winter and Trail Sports: Provides extensive snowmobiling trail networks that link directly through the city, alongside nearby cross-country skiing loops and hunting grounds.

• Main Street Commerce: Features a traditional Midwestern downtown corridor that is easily walkable and highly integrated with local civic buildings.
• McComb/Bruchs Performing Arts Center: Serves as a premier regional cultural anchor, hosting live music, theatrical plays, and community events throughout the year.
• Civic and Public Facilities: Anchored by the Wautoma Public Library and close proximity to the Waushara County Courthouse complex, centralizing city activity.
• Historic Fabric: Main Street showcases classic brick architecture that has been adapted to accommodate contemporary local independent businesses.

• Local Retail: Comprises a mix of specialized antique shops, sporting goods suppliers, floral boutiques, and practical hardware stores catering to rural needs.
• Dining Options: Showcases iconic Wisconsin supper clubs, classic family-style diners, local pizza parlors, and casual taverns known for Friday night fish fries.
• Daily Conveniences: Supplemented by regional grocery storefronts, agricultural supply stores, and essential service centers located along the main traffic arteries.

• Existing Housing: Features a median home value of approximately $144,254, making the local real estate market exceptionally affordable compared to both state and national averages.
• New Builds and Lots: Offers access to buildable rural acreage and vacant residential lots, with localized developments catering to buyers wanting custom homes near lake boundaries.
• Apartments and Rentals: Maintains an average rent of approximately $626 to $744 per month, though overall multi-family rental inventory remains tight and highly sought after.

• Public Schools: Operated by the Wautoma Area School District, which includes Riverview Elementary (Grades PK-3), Parkside School (Grades 4-8), and Wautoma High School (Grades 9-12).
• Alternative Programs: Features Crossroads Academy, a specialized alternative high school program designed to support student retention and graduation pathways.
• Private Schools: Home to localized faith-based educational programs, including the Oakridge Mennonite School, which serves primary and middle school grades.
• Higher Education: Accessible via regional commuter campuses, primarily through the nearby Fox Valley Technical College locations, which supply vocational training and adult education certification.

• ThedaCare Physicians-Wautoma: Located at N2934 Highway 22 North, operating as the primary local clinic for family medicine, preventative healthcare, and routine wellness visits.
• ThedaCare Physical Therapy-Wautoma: Situated at N2930 Highway 22 North, providing localized outpatient rehabilitation, sports medicine, and physical therapy services.
• Regional Hospital Access: Emergency room and critical access hospital services are utilized at nearby partner facilities, including ThedaCare Medical Center-Wild Rose just a few miles north.

• Appleton, WI: 40 miles (Direct access to commercial air travel via the Appleton International Airport).
• Green Bay, WI: 70 miles (Accessible via state highway routes connecting to Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport).
• Madison, WI: 75 miles (An easy north-south commute via Interstate 39 and state highways).
• Milwaukee, WI: 120 miles (Located roughly two hours southeast of the city via major highway corridors).
• Chicago, IL: 210 miles (Accessible within a three-and-a-half to four-hour drive utilizing the interstate system).