Physician - Anesthesiology (Day)

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

CME

Malpractice insurance with tail

PTO

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD, seeks an experienced anesthesia leader to supervise a CRNA team in a busy, 16‑OR, Level 3 trauma center. The role focuses on daytime OR coverage with potential call, providing comprehensive anesthesia care across diverse cases.

Join a collaborative perioperative team at Meritus Health, a 327-bed regional hospital offering strong benefits and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Lead teams effectively and ensure safe anesthesia delivery.
• Demonstrate strong communication with surgeons, nurses, and CRNAs.
• Maintain high standards for perioperative patient care.

Responsibilities

• Preoperative evaluation and optimization.
• Intraoperative anesthesia management and monitoring.
• Postoperative care and pain management.
• Collaborate with surgeons, CRNAs, and perioperative team.

Skills

Leadership

CRNA supervision

Team collaboration

Job description

Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

Description

Position Highlights

• $100,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to $50,000 relocation assistance ($50,000 for Washington County | $7,500 surrounding areas)
• Full-time day position
• Supervise up to 4 CRNAs
• 16 operating rooms at main campus
• Level 3 Trauma Center with diverse case mix
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, CME, malpractice, and PTO

Clinical Practice

This role provides comprehensive anesthesia care in a busy hospital setting:

Operating Room Services

• Administer anesthesia for a wide variety of surgical cases
• Direct supervision of up to 4 CRNAs
• Monitor patient vitals and manage intraoperative care
• Oversee patient recovery and postoperative management

Facility Details

• 16 ORs at the main campus
• 327-bed regional hospital
• Broad case mix including general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, and trauma
• Connected outpatient facilities for additional procedural volume

Typical Clinical Responsibilities

• Preoperative evaluation and patient optimization
• Intraoperative anesthesia management and monitoring
• Postoperative care and pain management
• Collaborative work with surgeons, CRNAs, and perioperative team

Schedule

• Focus on daytime OR coverage with potential for limited call (details available upon inquiry)

Strong Clinical Support

• Experienced CRNA team
• Dedicated perioperative nursing and support staff
• Collaborative environment with strong surgeon relationships
• Modern equipment and facilities

About Meritus Health

Meritus Health is Western Maryland’s largest healthcare provider, located in Washington County. As a 327-bed nonprofit hospital, we serve patients from Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Our system includes a connected network of outpatient facilities and is expanding its academic mission.

• Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM) launched July 2025
• Growing regional health system with strong community focus
• Mission-driven organization emphasizing quality, collaboration, and compassion
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Relocation assistance

Why Hagerstown?

Located in Washington County—one of Maryland’s two fastest-growing counties—Hagerstown offers an exceptional quality of life with:

• Easy access to Washington, DC and Baltimore
• Rich Civil War history and vibrant community
• Abundant outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby state/national parks
• Diverse, thriving region with excellent schools and family-friendly amenities

Join a collegial team at a growing regional health system where your skills will make a direct impact on patients across four states.

Happy to Help: At Meritus, we foster a supportive, collaborative environment where team members are valued and supported in their professional growth.

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