Physician - Surgical FMOB

Meritus Health | Hagerstown, MD $315,000 Salary + $50,000 Sign-On Bonus + Up to $50,000 RelocationPosition HighlightsFull-spectrum Family Medicine practiceProvide outpatient primary care to patients of all agesManage prenatal, labor and delivery, and postpartum carePerform primary cesarean sectionsProvide initial and ongoing care for newbornsShared inpatient and emergency obstetrical callCollaborative practice environment with Family Medicine and OB/GYN providersComprehensive benefits including CME, malpractice coverage, retirement, and PTOClinical PracticeThis position offers the opportunity to practice comprehensive Family Medicine while providing the full continuum of obstetrical care.Outpatient Primary CareRoutine wellness examinations and preventive careAcute illness evaluation and treatmentChronic disease managementWomen’s health and reproductive carePediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric careCoordination of specialty referrals and follow-up servicesObstetric CareProvide comprehensive maternity services throughout pregnancy and delivery, including:Prenatal and antepartum careLabor managementVaginal deliveriesPrimary surgical cesarean sectionsPostpartum careEvaluation and management of obstetrical concernsCollaboration with OB/GYN physicians and other maternity care professionalsSurgical ResponsibilitiesPerform primary cesarean sectionsAssist with maternity-related surgical proceduresEvaluate patients for operative deliveryMaintain surgical obstetrics competency and required case documentationParticipate in quality and patient-safety initiatives related to maternal careNewborn & Pediatric CareProvide initial newborn examinations and hospital careManage routine newborn health concernsConduct pediatric wellness visits and developmental screeningsEducate parents regarding feeding, safety, immunizations, and developmental milestonesCoordinate specialty care when medically necessaryQualifications & RequirementsDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degreeCompletion of an accredited Family Medicine residency programCompletion of a post-residency Surgical Obstetrics fellowship or documented competency and case experience performing cesarean sectionsBoard-certified or board-eligible in Family MedicineEligible to obtain an unrestricted Maryland medical licenseEligible for hospital medical staff privileges, including surgical obstetrics privilegesCurrent or obtainable DEA registrationCommitment to patient-centered, evidence-based careStrong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skillsStrong Clinical SupportCollaborative team of Family Medicine physicians, OB/GYNs, advanced practice providers, nurses, and maternity care professionalsCoordinated inpatient and outpatient servicesAccess to specialty referrals and diagnostic resourcesIntegrated support for mothers, newborns, and familiesEmphasis on clinical quality, continuity of care, and patient safetyAbout Meritus HealthMeritus Health is a mission-driven regional health system serving patients and families throughout Washington County and the surrounding region. Based in Hagerstown, Maryland, Meritus provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, primary care, maternity, and specialty services in a collaborative and growing healthcare environment.BenefitsHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with employer matchGenerous Paid Time OffCME allowanceMalpractice coverageLife and disability insuranceFinancial planning resourcesRecruitment and relocation assistance may be availableWhy Hagerstown?Located in **Washington County—one of Maryland’s fastest-growing regions—**Hagerstown offers:Easy access to Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Northern VirginiaOutdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby national and state parksA vibrant arts community, including the Maryland Theatre and Maryland Symphony OrchestraAffordable communities with convenient access to schools, shopping, and recreationAn excellent location for professionals and families seeking a strong work-life balanceJob SummaryRequisition Number: PHYSI014735Job Category: Physician/Mid-Level ProviSchedule: Full-Time