Physician - Family Medicine Residency (Core Faculty)

Position Highlights

Core Faculty position in a developing Family Medicine Residency Program
Blend of outpatient clinical practice and dedicated teaching/mentorship
Significant role in resident education, supervision, and scholarly activity
Integration with the new Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (launching Summer 2025)
Growing academic health system with expanding GME programs
Excellent work-life balance in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Clinical Practice

Provide full-spectrum family medicine care with a strong emphasis on education:
Outpatient & Continuity Clinic
Precept and supervise residents and medical students in the Family Medicine Center
Maintain your own continuity patient panel
Acute, chronic, and preventive care across all age groups
Opportunities for outpatient procedures (depending on interest)

Inpatient & Special Settings
Inpatient family medicine service and/or newborn nursery (based on program needs)
Collaboration with residents on hospital rounds and admissions

Patient Population
Broad-spectrum family medicine across the lifespan, including:
Pediatric and adolescent care
Adult chronic disease management
Women’s health and prenatal care
Geriatric care
Acute illness and minor procedures

Academic & Faculty Role

Play a foundational role in developing the next generation of family physicians:
Provide direct clinical supervision and bedside teaching
Deliver didactic sessions, workshops, simulation training, and scholarly activities
Participate in curriculum development and competency-based education
Mentor residents on individualized learning plans, evaluations, and milestone progression
Support resident recruitment, orientation, and faculty development
Contribute to program administration, committees, and accreditation readiness
Opportunities for academic appointment and scholarly work

Schedule
Balanced mix of clinical practice, protected academic time, and administrative duties
Dedicated precepting and teaching sessions
Generous time off and flexible scheduling options

Strong Clinical Support

Collaborative team of faculty, residents, and advanced practice providers
Dedicated residency support staff and administrative resources
Modern facilities with strong multidisciplinary partnerships
Commitment to a positive, inclusive learning environment

About Meritus Health

Meritus Health is an independent, nationally recognized regional health system evolving into a community-based academic medical center.
The organization is rapidly expanding its Graduate Medical Education programs and launching the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine in Summer 2025, with a strong commitment to medical education, diversity, equity, inclusion, and community wellness.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective 1st of the month after 30 days)
Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Robust Paid Time Off (accrues from day 1)
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
CME Allowance
Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Malpractice Insurance
Free financial planning sessions

Why Hagerstown?

Located in Washington County—one of Maryland’s fastest-growing regions—Hagerstown offers:
Easy access to Washington, DC and Baltimore
Outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby national and state parks
Rich Civil War history and vibrant arts community including the Maryland Theatre and Symphony Orchestra
Diverse, thriving community with excellent quality of life

Meritus Health Commitment

Meritus Health is committed to a collaborative, caring culture where team members are always “Happy to Help.”