Physician - Geriatrics

Geriatrician - Core Faculty

Meritus Health - Hagerstown, Maryland

Competitive Compensation with Potential Leadership Stipend

Join Our Growing Academic and Clinical Team

Meritus Health is seeking a Board-Certified Geriatrician to join our team as a Core Faculty member in Hagerstown, Maryland. This unique opportunity combines direct patient care with medical education, academic leadership, and program development.

The position offers a balanced schedule consisting of approximately 60 percent outpatient clinical care and 40 percent academic and administrative responsibilities. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing exceptional care to older adults while educating future physicians and contributing to the continued growth of our academic programs.

As a Geriatrician Core Faculty member, you will play an important role in developing geriatric services, mentoring Family Medicine residents, and supporting the academic mission of Meritus Health and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.

Position Highlights

• Hybrid clinical and academic role with 60 percent outpatient patient care and 40 percent academic and administrative responsibilities.

• Opportunity to help develop and expand geriatric services within a Family Medicine setting.

• Teach, mentor, and support Family Medicine residents and medical students.

• Participate in curriculum development, quality improvement, and academic leadership.

• Collaborate with experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary care teams.

• Monday through Friday outpatient schedule with dedicated academic time.

• Minimal or no call responsibilities, with specific expectations discussed during the interview process.

• Competitive compensation with potential additional leadership stipend.

Clinical Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide comprehensive outpatient care to older adults while working closely with the Family Medicine team to promote coordinated, patient-centered care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide comprehensive primary care and geriatric assessments for older adult patients.

• Diagnose and manage chronic medical conditions and complex geriatric syndromes.

• Evaluate and manage cognitive impairment, dementia, frailty, and functional decline.

• Address fall prevention, mobility concerns, incontinence, and other age-related conditions.

• Review medications and manage polypharmacy to improve patient safety and treatment outcomes.

• Conduct preventive care visits, wellness examinations, and chronic disease management.

• Support advance care planning, goals-of-care discussions, and appropriate palliative care services.

• Collaborate with nurses, social workers, care coordinators, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

Academic and Faculty Responsibilities

Approximately 40 percent of your time will be dedicated to medical education, academic leadership, and program development.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide clinical instruction, supervision, and mentorship to Family Medicine residents and medical students.

• Develop and implement geriatric medicine curriculum and educational experiences.

• Support the integration of geriatric medicine principles into Family Medicine training.

• Participate in resident evaluations, academic conferences, and educational activities.

• Contribute to the development and expansion of residency and medical education programs.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical protocol development, and patient care improvement projects.

• Collaborate with academic leadership to strengthen geriatric services and advance the educational mission of Meritus Health.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited school of medicine.

• Completion of an accredited residency program in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.

• Completion of fellowship training in Geriatric Medicine.

• Board certification in Geriatric Medicine.

• Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Maryland.

• Strong clinical background in caring for older adults with complex medical needs.

• Interest in graduate medical education, physician mentorship, and academic program development.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Previous teaching or academic leadership experience is preferred.

Schedule and Work Environment

This position offers a structured outpatient schedule that balances clinical responsibilities with protected academic and administrative time.

• Monday through Friday ambulatory practice schedule.

• Approximately 60 percent clinical care and 40 percent academic and administrative responsibilities.

• Collaborative outpatient environment with multidisciplinary clinical support.

• Dedicated time for teaching, curriculum development, and quality improvement activities.

• Call requirements will be discussed during the interview process.

Compensation and Benefits

Meritus Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and long-term career goals.

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation with potential leadership stipend.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

• Company-paid life insurance.

• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Paid time off beginning to accrue on your first day of employment.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

• Continuing Medical Education allowance.

• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Malpractice insurance coverage.

• Complimentary financial planning sessions.

About Meritus Health

Meritus Health is an independent, nationally recognized regional healthcare system headquartered in Hagerstown, Maryland. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing medical education, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

As our organization continues to expand its academic and clinical programs, we are creating meaningful opportunities for physicians who are passionate about teaching, leadership, and innovation in healthcare.

Through our growing residency programs and the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine, physicians have the opportunity to contribute to medical education while maintaining an active clinical practice.

Our culture is built on collaboration, compassion, and a shared commitment to providing outstanding care. At Meritus Health, our team members embrace a Happy to Help philosophy in everything we do.

Why Hagerstown, Maryland?

Located in Washington County, Hagerstown offers an excellent combination of professional opportunities, affordability, and quality of life.

Residents enjoy convenient access to Washington, D.C., and Baltimore while benefiting from the welcoming atmosphere of a growing community.

The region offers outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail, beautiful state and national parks, historical attractions, and a thriving local arts community.

Hagerstown is an excellent place to build a rewarding medical career while enjoying everything Western Maryland has to offer.

Take the Next Step in Your Medical Career

If you are a Board-Certified Geriatrician who enjoys caring for older adults, mentoring future physicians, and helping develop innovative academic programs, we encourage you to explore this opportunity with Meritus Health.

Join a healthcare organization where your clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to medical education can make a meaningful difference.

Apply today to learn more about joining the Meritus Health team in Hagerstown, Maryland.