Physician - Emergency Medicine Associate Program Director

Meritus Health | Hagerstown, MarylandMeritus 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 OpportunityMeritus 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 EnvironmentMeritus 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 annuallyService area of more than 200,000 patients across Washington County and neighboring regions in West Virginia and PennsylvaniaNearly 4,000 trauma cases per yearTransitioning from a Level III to a Level II Trauma CenterLargest employer in Western MarylandThis high-volume, high-acuity environment offers an exceptional foundation for Emergency Medicine training.Position OverviewSupport the development, ACGME accreditation, and implementation of a new Emergency Medicine Residency ProgramAssist in building a program grounded in clinical excellence, innovation, and community-focused careProvide leadership in curriculum development, resident education, and program evaluationServe as a key educator and mentor for residents and medical studentsAdministrative and clinical responsibilities will be structured to support both program development and clinical practice.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the Program Director with preparation and submission of ACGME accreditation materialsParticipate in curriculum design, implementation, and continuous improvementSupervise, teach, and mentor residents in clinical and didactic settingsContribute to resident evaluation, feedback, and milestone assessment processesSupport recruitment, selection, and onboarding of residentsEnsure compliance with ACGME and institutional policiesParticipate in scholarly activity, quality improvement, and program innovationQualificationsMD or DO degree with eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of MarylandBoard certification in Emergency Medicine by ABEM or AOBEMDemonstrated commitment to medical education and resident teachingPrior experience in graduate medical education (core faculty, assistant/associate program director, or similar role) preferredStrong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skillsInterest in curriculum development, mentorship, and academic medicineWhy Join Meritus Health?Opportunity to help build a residency program from the ground up in a high-volume, high-acuity settingStrong institutional commitment to medical education and leadership developmentCollaborative, supportive, and humanistic cultureIntegration with a new osteopathic medical school and expanding GME programsModern clinical environment including Epic EHR with advanced toolsCompetitive compensation and recruitment incentivesAbout the CommunityHagerstown, 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 UsThis 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:Job SummaryRequisition Number: PHYSI014513Job Category: Physician/Mid-Level ProviSchedule: Full-Time