Physician Assistant - Women's Health

Medical Practices of Antietam LLC; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD seeks a Women's Health Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive outpatient care to women across the lifespan. The PA assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages gynecologic conditions, preventive care, and routine examinations in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires Maryland PA licensure, PA-C certification, and BLS; experience in women’s health is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) or related field.
• Graduate of ARC-PA accredited PA program with women’s health experience.
• Current, unrestricted Maryland PA license.
• Current PA-C certification (NCCPA).
• DEA registration and Maryland CDS registration if prescribing controlled substances.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat women's health conditions.
• Provide routine gynecological care and preventive services.
• Perform female health exams and screenings within scope.
• Counsel on contraception and reproductive health concerns.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests; develop treatment plans.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

BLS certification

Contraception counseling

Gynecology experience

Communication skills

Education

MPA/MPCS or related PA degree

ARC-PA accredited PA program

Tools

DEA registration

Maryland PA license

Job description

Womens Health 107
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $125,000 USD to $140,000 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PHYSI015822

Description

Meritus Health | Full-Time | Hagerstown, MD | Robinwood Suite 105

The Opportunity:

The Women's Health Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive, evidence-based outpatient care to women across the lifespan. The PA assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute and chronic gynecologic conditions; provides preventive and reproductive healthcare services; performs routine examinations and procedures; and collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes. The Physician Assistant practices in accordance with Maryland state laws, organizational policies, and established standards of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat common women's health conditions.
• Provide routine gynecological care and preventive health services.
• Perform women's health examinations and screenings within the provider's scope of practice.
• Counsel patients on contraception, reproductive health, menstrual concerns, and menopause.
• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide patient education.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with applicable clinical and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Active Maryland Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license, as applicable.
• Appropriate national certification and education for the position.
• Experience in women's health, gynecology, or outpatient care preferred.
• Strong communication, clinical assessment, and patient‑care skills.
• Current BLS certification if required by the practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain patient confidentiality.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS), Physician Assistant Science, or a related field from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), with applicable training or clinical experience in women's health.
• Current, unrestricted Maryland Physician Assistant license issued by the Maryland Board of Physicians.
• Current national certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Experience or clinical training in women's health, gynecology, obstetrics, or a related specialty preferred.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and Maryland Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) registration, if prescribing controlled substances.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Compensation:

• $125,000 - $140,000 per year

About Meritus Health

• Meritus Health is the largest healthcare provider in Western Maryland, headquartered in Hagerstown, MD.
• Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM) started in 2025
• Residency Programs
  • Family Medicine
  • Psychiatry
  • General Surgery
  • Internal Medicine ‘27
  • Emergency Medicine (Pending approval) ‘27

Why Hagerstown, Maryland?

Area highlights include:

• Outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby national and state parks.
• Historical attractions and cultural destinations throughout the region.
• A vibrant arts community, including the Maryland Theatre and Maryland Symphony Orchestra.
• Access to shopping, dining, parks, and recreational activities.
• Welcoming residential communities and opportunities for a balanced lifestyle.

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