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Benign Hematologist

Medical College of Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Jun 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

What sub-specialty interest within benign hematology would you want to build here?

What they are checking: A focused clinical identity that complements the five benign hematologists already in the group.

Tell me about a fellow you taught and how you approached their learning.

What they are checking: Teaching commitment in a division with 13 fellows and active training programs.

What research or quality projects would you want to pursue in benign hematology?

What they are checking: Academic direction that fits an open-rank faculty position.

How do you work with the large APP team in a busy hematology practice?

What they are checking: Collaboration and supervision skill with more than 55 advanced practice providers in the division.

What would you do

A surgeon calls about a patient on a DOAC needing urgent surgery. What do you advise?

What they are checking: Practical periprocedural anticoagulation management and clear, quick consult communication.

How would you manage a patient with sickle cell disease in a pain crisis who feels doubted by the emergency team?

What they are checking: Clinical knowledge plus advocacy for a patient group that often faces bias in care.

How do you explain a chronic blood disorder to a patient who's worried it's cancer?

What they are checking: Clear, reassuring communication that addresses fear without downplaying the condition.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd evaluate a patient referred for an unexplained low platelet count.

What they are checking: Structured thinking that separates ITP, drug effects, marrow problems and consumptive causes.

How do you approach anticoagulation for a patient with a provoked versus unprovoked clot?

What they are checking: Evidence-based judgment about duration and risk of bleeding versus recurrence.

A patient has iron deficiency anemia that isn't responding to oral iron. What's your next step?

What they are checking: Thinking about absorption, ongoing blood loss and when to give IV iron.

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The full job description

As published by Medical College of Wisconsin.

The Medical College of Wisconsin Division of Hematology and Oncology in the Department of Medicine is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Hematologist and Oncologist with a primary interest in Benign Hematology. Rank for this position is open. Position Highlights • Collaborate with five benign hematologists who have a variety of sub-specializations. • Develop and grow through your sub-specialty interests, while working with one of the largest clinical benign hematology practices in the country. • Work with the Division of Hematology and Oncology, including 55 faculty, 13 fellows, and over 55 advanced practice providers. • Utilize state-of-the-art clinical and research facilities through the dedicated inpatient and ambulatory care facility, an integrated Palliative Care program, and close clinical and research interactions with Surgical and Radiation Oncology, the Blood Center of Wisconsin and the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research. • Participate in a variety of growth, learning, and advancement opportunities, including the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG). • Participate in the important mission of educating the next generation of hematologists, oncologists, and palliative care specialists through our fellowship programs. • Work in partnership with all aspects of cancer care including cancer prevention, epidemiology, immunology, drug development and pharmacotherapy, as well as all phases of clinical trials. The Division & Cancer Center The Division of Hematology and Oncology has 70 faculty and 14 fellows and more than 80 advanced practice providers. It also has a dedicated inpatient and ambulatory care facility, an integrated Palliative Care program and close clinical and research interactions with Surgical and Radiation Oncology, the Blood Center of Wisconsin and the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Registry (CIBMTR). This Division is an active member of ECOG-ACRIN. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Nominations and applications, including current curriculum vitae and a cover letter stating qualifications and reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to: • Emily Roth, Physician and APP Recruiter • emroth@mcw.edu #LI-ER1 Medical College of Wisconsin The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation. Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually. The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service. Commitment to MCW Values All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities. Milwaukee has all the advantages of a large, vibrant city but without the stress or cost. MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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