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50 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
This role is an Associate Program Director position for a new Emergency Medicine residency at Meritus Health, a regional academic medical center with a high-volume ED and Level II trauma transitioning status. The position includes leadership in education, clinical duties, and program development within a growing academic health system.
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Meritus Health | Hagerstown, Maryland Meritus Health is seeking a dedicated and dynamic physician leader to serve as the Associate Program Director (APD) for a new Emergency Medicine Residency Program . This is an exciting opportunity to help build and shape a residency program within a rapidly expanding academic health system and a newly established osteopathic medical school. About the Opportunity Meritus Health is evolving into a regional academic medical center with a growing portfolio of ACGME-accredited residency programs and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine. As part of this continued expansion, the development of an Emergency Medicine residency represents a key addition to an actively growing graduate medical education enterprise, aligned with the health system’s mission to meet community and regional workforce needs. The Associate Program Director will work closely with the Program Director to support the development, implementation, and ongoing success of the residency program while contributing to the broader academic mission of the institution. Clinical Environment Meritus Health provides care for a large and diverse patient population across Western Maryland and the surrounding tri-state region. Over 70,000 Emergency Department visits annually Service area of more than 200,000 patients across Washington County and neighboring regions in West Virginia and Pennsylvania Nearly 4,000 trauma cases per year Transitioning from a Level III to a Level II Trauma Center Largest employer in Western Maryland This high-volume, high-acuity environment offers an exceptional foundation for Emergency Medicine training. Position Overview Support the development, ACGME accreditation, and implementation of a new Emergency Medicine Residency Program Assist in building a program grounded in clinical excellence, innovation, and community-focused care Provide leadership in curriculum development, resident education, and program evaluation Serve as a key educator and mentor for residents and medical students Administrative and clinical responsibilities will be structured to support both program development and clinical practice. Key Responsibilities Assist the Program Director with preparation and submission of ACGME accreditation materials Participate in curriculum design, implementation, and continuous improvement Supervise, teach, and mentor residents in clinical and didactic settings Contribute to resident evaluation, feedback, and milestone assessment processes Support recruitment, selection, and onboarding of residents Ensure compliance with ACGME and institutional policies Participate in scholarly activity, quality improvement, and program innovation Qualifications MD or DO degree with eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Maryland Board certification in Emergency Medicine by ABEM or AOBEM Demonstrated commitment to medical education and resident teaching Prior experience in graduate medical education (core faculty, assistant/associate program director, or similar role) preferred Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills Interest in curriculum development, mentorship, and academic medicine Why Join Meritus Health? Opportunity to help build a residency program from the ground up in a high-volume, high-acuity setting Strong institutional commitment to medical education and leadership development Collaborative, supportive, and humanistic culture Integration with a new osteopathic medical school and expanding GME programs Modern clinical environment including Epic EHR with advanced tools Competitive compensation and recruitment incentives About the Community Hagerstown, Maryland offers convenient access to Washington, DC and Baltimore, along with abundant outdoor recreation in the Appalachian region . The area provides an excellent balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. Join Us This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in developing the next generation of Emergency Medicine physicians within a health system committed to academic growth and community impact. Apply online: https://docs.meritushealth.com/