We have a different approach than other cancer teams.
Many of us were set to dive into academics, but we chose something different. Something smaller—but also bigger.
Less prestigious perhaps, but more pressing, serving the need right in front of our noses, in the least pretentious setting possible—our home.
Green Bay Oncology physicians enjoy peers who collaborate instead of competing, in an organization that gives them a voice and an opportunity for partnership, and a legacy of service in a community that values our work.
Are we right for each other?
Finding the right fit is crucial for providers joining our group, as it ensures a cohesive team dynamic and a shared commitment to our mission. Our collaborative environment thrives on mutual respect, shared values, and a dedication to patient-centered care, making the right fit essential for the success of our team and the well-being of our patients.
You might be a good fit if:
Team-based
You are independent of thought, but collaborative in providing care.
Ownership of care
You enjoy complexity and take responsibility to connect the dots and close the loops for the patient's overall care.
Open to feedback
You are open to feedback and look for opportunities to give it to others as well.
Process improvement mindset
You know healthcare is ever changing so you engage in and promote process improvement.
Humility
You're interested in the best idea, and don't care if you're the one who had it.
Service focused
You understand the patient's goals and convenience is more important than yours.
You might not be a good fit if:
Hero
View patients as yours and struggle to let the care team share the responsibility.
Not my job
You leave loose ends for other providers and put the responsibility on the patient to connect next steps.
Closed off to input
You don't think you need regular feedback from colleagues to be your best.
Not adaptable
Your workflow may not be perfect, but it's the one you learned and it's too much trouble to change.
Conceited
You need to convince others of the rightness of your approach and don't seek input.
I'm the doctor
You trained for years and work long hours. Patients should listen and be willing to wait when you're running behind.
Interested in joining our provider team?
If you are a physician or advanced practice provider, we want to connect.
Physicians FAQs
What is the recruitment timeframe?
This varies by physician schedules and the candidate’s availability to be on site for interviews and tours.
How long does it take to get a Wisconsin or Michigan license?
The timeline is dependent on the applicant submitting all required documents and the state processing time.
How long does credentialing take?
Credentialing is dependent on the health system’s process. The timeframe is 60-120 days and in some cases more.
Will I be credentialed at multiple hospitals?
Yes. All physicians residing in Wisconsin are credentialed at each Wisconsin location. Our dedicated Michigan team is also credentialed at each Michigan location.
What does outreach travel look like?
Travel to our outreach locations averages 1-2 days per week. Outreach is typically within one hour from the primary location.
Will I have an assigned primary location?
Yes. Every provider is assigned a primary location.
Do I have to round on my own patients?
No. Inpatient service coverage is assigned daily by location.
Will I only see my patients?
No. While patients are assigned a primary oncologist, we also utilize a care team-based approach due to outreach overage and vacations.
What does a typical day look like?
MEDICAL ONCOLOGY:
- Morning starts with a daily huddle where patients for the day are reviewed.
- Clinic schedule is 8:00-5:00pm.
- Regular consults are 20 minute appointments.
- Average number of new patient consults per day is 2-3 per physician.
RADIATION ONCOLOGY:
- Morning starts with a daily huddle including all radiation oncology locations.
- Clinic schedule 8:00-5:00pm.
- Regular consults are typically 15-30 minutes.
- New patient consults are typically 60 minutes.
- Procedures range from 15 minutes to 4-5 hours depending on complexity.
- Average number of new patient consults per day is 2-4 per physician.
What does the scope of work include?
Our providers offer a wide scope of medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology expertise.
We do not assign subspecialties by provider.
What is the call schedule like?
Call is assigned and distributed according to full or part-time status by all physicians of the same specialty.
MEDICAL ONCOLOGY: Weekend and holiday call coverage includes on site inpatient rounding and is distributed evenly by physicians of the same specialty.
RADIATION: Weekend and holiday call coverage is distributed evenly by physicians of the same specialty.
Do I get a scheduled day off each pay period?
Yes. Full-time physicians are scheduled for one day off per pay period.
How do your financial arrangements work?
We have a variety of contracts with multiple hospital systems to provide hematology and oncology services.
What is the path to partnership?
Partnership eligibility is voted on by the Board of Directors after 2 or more years of service.
Do you provide relocation assistance?
If applicable.
Advanced Practice Providers FAQs
What qualities are you looking for in an APP?
Compassionate, self-driven, collaborative and has a passion for learning,
What does onboarding and training look like?
During onboarding, you will be assigned a physician mentor as a point person for your development. A short period of shadowing, exposure to practice styles with several providers, followed by seeing patients jointly with a provider and a steady ramp up of clinic schedule.
Do you require oncology certification?
No.
Are there didactic trainings?
We provide 25+ didactic sessions covering a wide range of topics.
Is CME included?
Yes.
Will I have an assigned mentor?
Yes, with monthly formal and informal meetings during onboarding and clinic schedule ramp up.
What steps do you take to help an APP succeed?
- Assigned mentor.
- 25+ didactic session covering a wide range of topics.
- Initial ramp up schedule based on prior experience and ongoing assessment.
- Continued evaluation and feedback regarding opportunities.
How do you measure if an APP is successful?
There is a self-evaluation and a mentor evaluation to support opportunities for development.
What does a typical day look like?
MEDICAL ONCOLOGY:
- 8:00am – patient huddle with expectation everyone has reviewed their patients prior.
- 16 appointments – twenty-minute slots with two desk times (catch up time) every half day.
- 4:00pm – last appointment slot.
RADIATION ONCOLOGY:
- 8:00am – Morning starts with a daily huddle where patients for the day are reviewed.
- 12 appointments – thirty-minute time slots with two desk times (catch up time) every half day.
- 4:00 pm – last appointment slot.
INPATIENT:
- Varies by site and patient volumes.
- Physician oversite available
Will I work nights, weekends, or holidays?
No.
Will I be credentialed at multiple hospitals?
Yes.
Will I have an assigned primary location?
Yes. Every provider is assigned a primary location.
What does outreach travel look like?
Some travel to neighboring communities may be required and is based on clinic need. Outreach is typically within one hour from the primary location.
When will I begin to see patients on my own?
After sufficient training and shadowing with mentors, APPs will see patients after completing a skills checklist.
- With limited oncology experience, typically at one month with a reduced schedule.
- Prior oncology experience, typically at two weeks with a schedule ramp up pending clinical assessments.
Will I see inpatients and outpatients?
Each position will have a primary focus, but flexibility to cross cover other advanced practice provider roles is expected.
Inpatient training occurs prior to any cross cover.
Will I work with one doctor all the time?
No. You will have a primary mentor, but you will work with several doctors pending the schedule at your site.
What does doctor supervision look like?
- Clear clinical documentation of the plan of care.
- Discuss challenging appointments on the advanced practice provider schedule during morning huddle.
- Collaboration of patient care between the onsite or supervising physician and advanced practice provider.
