Jobs › Medical College of Wisconsin

Pulmonologist/Intensivist - Faculty (Open Rank)

Medical College of Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

Apply at Medical College of Wisconsin

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

A family wants everything done for a patient you believe won't survive. How do you approach that conversation?

What they are checking: Whether they handle goals-of-care talks honestly while respecting the family's grief and values.

Tell me about something you taught that a trainee told you changed how they practice.

What they are checking: Whether they are the excellent educator the posting asks for, with real impact on learners.

What research would you want to pursue with the division's support?

What they are checking: Whether they have a direction for the research support the role offers, not just clinical interest.

How do you stay collegial when the ICU is full and everyone is stretched?

What they are checking: Whether they stay a steady, cooperative team player under the pressure of a busy ICU.

What would you do

The posting mentions developing a point of care ultrasound program, including echocardiography. How would you build it?

What they are checking: Whether they can plan training, credentialing, quality review and equipment for a new program.

How do you supervise a fellow placing a central line or intubating a crashing patient?

What they are checking: Whether they balance hands-on learning for fellows with keeping the patient safe in a crisis.

How do you handle a pulmonary consult when the primary team has already started a treatment you disagree with?

What they are checking: Whether they can give clear recommendations diplomatically and escalate when safety requires it.

About the work

This role focuses on inpatient consults and critical care procedures at Froedtert. Walk me through how you manage a patient with ARDS on the ventilator.

What they are checking: Whether they apply lung-protective ventilation and evidence-based ARDS care consistently at the bedside.

How do you use bedside ultrasound to work up shock?

What they are checking: Whether they can use ultrasound in real time to tell the types of shock apart and guide treatment.

How do you decide when to start ECMO or transfer for it in severe respiratory failure?

What they are checking: Whether they know the criteria and timing for rescue therapies in failing patients.

Practice this interview out loud.

Offer builds a real interview for this exact role at Medical College of Wisconsin from your resume and this job description, asks the questions one at a time, and tells you what landed. The first one is free.

Practice this out loud

The full job description

As published by Medical College of Wisconsin.

Pulmonologist/Intensivist: The Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin is seeking a Pulmonologist/Intensivist to join our team at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI . Join us in transforming health care and connecting communities as we provide exceptional care to diverse communities in southeastern Wisconsin! Opportunity Highlights: • Full time position offering all facets of academic medicine including opportunity to teach at multiple levels, take part in our growing research opportunities, and provide exceptional pulmonary & critical care with a focus on inpatient consults and critical care procedures • Seeking an excellent educator and collaborative & collegial team player who's willing to be part of an amazing team, moving our program to the next level • Opportunity to develop a point of care ultrasound program including Echocardiography program • Research support Division Highlights: • 34 faculty members, a network of community-based physicians, and 20+ APPs • Academics- 3 Fellowships: 24 fellows (Pulmonary/Critical Care, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine) • Unparalleled access to cutting edge advancements in research for our patients, and all faculty level providers are board certified in 1 or more specialties through ABIM • Multidisciplinary approach & Continuity of care • Subspeciality care in Critical Care, General Pulmonary, Cystic Fibrosis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Interventional Pulmonary, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Cancer Screening, Lung Transplant, Obstructive Lung Disease, Pulmonary Complications of Cancer Therapy, Research, Sleep Medicine, and Smoking Cessation • Open ICU allows hospitalists to see selected patients without critical care consult mandated unless critically ill requiring vasopressor support or mechanical invasive or non-invasive ventilation • Virtual nocturnal ICU coverage, with very limited after-hours critical care needs, allowing us to offer outstanding balance and quality of life​ • Leadership: Dr. Julie Biller attended medical school at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. She stayed in Chicago, at the University of Chicago, for her Internal Medicine Residency as well as her Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship. As a lifelong Packer fan, she returned to Milwaukee in 1990, and joined the MCW faculty practicing at Froedtert Hospital and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. Dr. Biller provides care for adults with a wide variety of pulmonary conditions. Along with this, she established the Adult Cystic Fibrosis program, providing care for these individuals, participating in clinical research, and educating medical providers & the public about cystic fibrosis. • Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine | Medical College of Wisconsin Qualifications: • Board Certified/Board Eligible by ABIM in Pulmonary & Critical Care • Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in Wisconsin • Certification in Point of Care Echocardiography highly preferred • Exceptional clinical & teaching abilities • Excellent communicator, team player, & interpersonal skills • Commitment to MCW’s academic missions, vision, & values Benefits & Perks: • Competitive salary • Protected academic time, in addition to meeting & vacation time • Access to state-of-the-art facilities & resources in a supportive & collaborative work environment • Excellent CME allowance • Generous 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution • Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, & more • Qualifying employer in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, offering eligible employees the opportunity to have their student loans forgiven after qualifying years of service Procedure for Candidacy: To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now.” You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For inquiries or to learn more, please contact: Gina Haldiman, Sr. Physician Recruiter rhaldiman@mcw.edu 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.

Apply at Medical College of Wisconsin