Physician - Hospitalist

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 230,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 
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Education Assistance & Tuition Reimb.

FSAs & HSAs

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Meritus Health seeks a Day Hospitalist Physician to provide comprehensive inpatient care at Meritus Medical Center, a Joint Commission accredited facility with over 300 beds serving approximately 200,000 residents. The role involves collaboration with a team of 500 medical staff members in a patient‑focused environment.

The position includes in-hospital consultations, supervision of residents and medical students, and participation in staff activities.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited school.
• Residency in the United States.
• Current DEA and CDS Certificate of Registration; licensure in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provides general medical care at Meritus Medical Center.
• Provides in-hospital patient care and consultations as required.
• Participates in non-traditional inpatient services such as admitting and managing patients at Meritus Medical Center.
• Assists with the operation of residents and medical students.

Education

Medical degree from an accredited school

Residency in the United States

Current DEA and CDS Certification and licensure in practicing state

Job description

Job Overview

Meritus Health seeks a Day Hospitalist Physician to provide comprehensive inpatient care at Meritus Medical Center, a Joint Commission accredited facility with over 300 beds serving approximately 200,000 residents. The role involves collaboration with a team of 500 medical staff members in a patient‑focused environment.

Key Job Functions

• Provides general medical care at Meritus Medical Center.


• Provides in‑hospital patient care and consultations as required.


• Participates in non‑traditional inpatient services such as admitting and managing patients at Meritus Medical Center.


• Assists with the operation of residents and medical students.

Common Expectations

• Participates in Medical Staff activities as required.


• Observes the Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations of the Hospital and the Medical Staff.


• Demonstrates a commitment to patient safety by complying with safety standards and best practices.


• Attends education sessions, debriefs, and root cause analysis as needed to further improve outcomes.

Key Job Features

• 14 shifts a month (typically 7 on 7 off)


• PTO


• Up to $50,000 in relocation assistance


• 401(k) match

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited school and licensed to practice in the desired state.


• Residency in the United States.


• Minimum two years of direct work or internship experience.


• Current DEA and CDS Certificate of Registration; licensure in the state of practice.


• Current BLS required for all providers. ACLS and PALS (if applicable) required for those maintaining a code cart.


• Professional knowledge of medical principles, procedures, pharmacological agents, and effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match


• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)


• Shift Differential Pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts