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Physician - Plastic Surgeon

Meritus Health · Hagerstown, MD · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time

Position Highlights

Join a growing plastic surgery practice with strong institutional support
Mix of reconstructive, cosmetic, trauma, and cancer reconstruction cases
Faculty/teaching opportunities with medical students and residents
4 days clinic + 1 day OR / 1 day ASC per week
Call: approximately 5 days per month
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more
Located in a rapidly growing tristate area with easy access to DC and Baltimore

Key Responsibilities

Comprehensive perioperative care for plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures
Consults for trauma, cancer reconstruction, and cosmetic cases
Facial reconstruction and cosmetic surgery
Trauma call coverage
Teaching and mentoring of medical students and residents (Wednesdays dedicated to teaching/shadowing in clinic and OR)

Practice Breakdown

  • Clinic: 4 days per week
  • OR: 1 day per week
  • ASC: 1 day per week (with 2 Wednesdays per month dedicated to cosmetic cases)

Typical Clinical Volume

  • Clinic: 20–25 patients per day
  • Procedures: 2–3 cases per day in OR/ASC + 3–6 local anesthesia procedures per day (volume varies seasonally, busiest March–May)

Patient Population & Case Mix

Treat a wide variety of patients across reconstructive, trauma, cancer, and cosmetic needs. This is **not** a predominantly cosmetic/non-insurance position — expect a significant mix of insurance-billed reconstructive and trauma cases.

Academic & Faculty Role

  • Participate in teaching medical students and residents (general surgery residency with opportunities in growing programs)
  • Students shadow in clinic and OR, with teaching and procedure discussions
  • Involvement in the growing residency and medical school programs at Meritus Health

Schedule & Call

  • Clinic/OR schedule: 4 days clinic, 1 day OR, 1 day ASC weekly
  • Call rotation: Approximately 5 days per month
  • Collaborative team environment with APP support

Strong Clinical Support

  • Dedicated APP support
  • Collaborative team including surgeons, APPs, and support staff
  • Access to growing academic resources and facilities

About Meritus Health

Meritus Health is a tristate leading healthcare facility located in Hagerstown, the panhandle of Maryland. Meritus Health is dedicated to providing exceptional medical services and advancing medical education. As a Meritus plastic surgeon you will perform consults as well as comprehensive perioperative care on a wide range of plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures including cosmetic, trauma and cancer reconstruction. A candidate will also be involved in the growing residency and medical school programs.

Requirements

  • Medical Degree
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

Strength Through Diversity

We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Meritus Health, and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission. Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.

Why Hagerstown?

  • Easy access to Washington, DC and Baltimore
  • Outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby national parks
  • A vibrant arts community including the Maryland Theatre and Symphony Orchestra

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