About this role
Inaugural Program Director – Emergency Medicine Residency
📍 Meritus Medical Center | Hagerstown, MD
💰 Competitive Compensation + Leadership Stipend + Recruitment Incentives
Position Highlights
• Inaugural Program Director for a brand-new Emergency Medicine Residency Program
• Build and lead the program from the ground up, including ACGME accreditation
• High-volume, high-acuity Emergency Department (70,000+ visits annually)
• Nearly 4,000 trauma cases per year with transition to Level II Trauma Center
• Key leadership role within expanding GME enterprise and new osteopathic medical school
• Strong institutional support and collaborative academic environment
• Mix of clinical practice, teaching, and administrative leadership
• Competitive compensation package with recruitment incentives
Clinical Environment Provide clinical care in a busy, high-acuity Emergency Department serving a tri-state region:
Emergency Department & Trauma Services
• Over 70,000 ED visits per year
• High volume of trauma, critical care, and acute medical cases
• Broad pathology with strong pediatric and geriatric populations
• Transitioning to Level II Trauma Center with growing trauma program
Clinical Responsibilities
• Maintain active clinical practice in the Emergency Department
• Supervise residents and students in real-time clinical settings
• Collaborate closely with trauma, critical care, hospitalist, and surgical teams
Academic & Faculty Role Lead the development and growth of a new Emergency Medicine residency program:
• Design and submit ACGME accreditation application
• Develop full curriculum, evaluation systems, and rotation schedules
• Recruit, mentor, and develop core faculty and residents
• Build scholarly activity, quality improvement, and research opportunities
• Integrate with the new Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (launching Summer 2025)
• Serve as a key leader in the expanding Graduate Medical Education enterprise
• Promote innovation in emergency care education and community-focused training
Schedule
• Balanced mix of clinical shifts, administrative/program leadership time, and protected academic time
• Dedicated time allocated for program development, faculty recruitment, and teaching
• Flexible scheduling to support leadership responsibilities
Strong Clinical Support
• Modern ED with advanced technology and Epic EHR
• Strong multidisciplinary collaboration across specialties
• Experienced emergency medicine team and support staff
• Commitment to reducing burnout and supporting physician wellness
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 GME programs and launching the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine in Summer 2025, with a strong commitment to medical education, innovation, and meeting regional healthcare workforce needs.
Benefits
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective first of the month following hire)
• Company-paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with robust employer match
• CME Allowance
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Malpractice Insurance
• Leadership and academic development support
Why Hagerstown? Located in Washington County—one of Maryland's fastest-growing regions—Hagerstown offers:
• Easy access to Washington, DC and Baltimore
• Abundant outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby parks
• Rich Civil War history and vibrant arts community including the Maryland Theatre and Symphony Orchestra
• Excellent quality of life with a diverse, thriving community
Meritus Health is committed to a collaborative, caring culture where team members are always “Happy to Help.”