Psychiatrist (General Adult + Faculty)

Meritus Health

Hagerstown, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Capacity Analysis, Case Management, Clinical Support, Consulting, Dental Insurance, Emergency Care, Emergency Services, Financial Planning, Healthcare, Medications, Medicine, Neurology, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Social Work, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Hagerstown, MD
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Description
Job Description

General Adult Psychiatrist with Faculty Responsibilities

Our organization is seeking a dedicated psychiatrist to join our team in Hagerstown, MD.

Compensation Package

  • Base salary of $350,000

  • Sign-on bonus of $50,000

  • Relocation assistance up to $50,000

  • Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM

  • Involvement in inpatient, outpatient, and consultative psychiatry

  • Dedicated faculty time (0.1 FTE) allocated for teaching

  • Opportunity to contribute to a developing psychiatry residency program

  • Comprehensive benefits package including CME, malpractice insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off

Clinical Responsibilities

This position encompasses a diverse range of psychiatric practices across various settings:

Inpatient & Acute Care Services

  • 12-bed Adult Acute Psychiatry Unit (both voluntary and involuntary admissions)

  • 6-bed Crisis Stabilization Unit for substance use withdrawal and stabilization

  • Consult-Liaison Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine consultations

  • Psychiatric emergency department consultation service supported by dedicated behavioral health social workers

Outpatient Services

  • Behavioral Health Urgent Care

  • Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)

  • Therapeutic services provided by a team of 10 licensed mental health clinicians

  • Telepsychiatry services available

Patient Demographics

Provide care to adults experiencing a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including:

  • Major Depressive Disorder

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Schizophrenia-spectrum disorders

  • Anxiety disorders

  • Substance Use Disorders

  • Functional Neurologic Disorders

Care typically involves managing suicidal thoughts, psychosis, mania, substance withdrawal, capacity evaluations, and medication/psychotherapy management.

Typical Patient Load

  • Inpatient: 6-12 patients per day

  • Consult-Liaison: 4-6 patients per day

  • Addiction consultations: 3-4 patients per day

  • Crisis Stabilization Unit: approximately 3 patients daily

  • Outpatient: 1-hour initial visits, 15-30 minute follow-ups

Academic and Faculty Engagement

Become part of a thriving academic psychiatry department that includes:

  • 8 psychiatrists and 2 nurse practitioners

  • 5 psychiatry residents per class

  • Clinical supervision of residents and medical students

  • Opportunities for didactic teaching, lectures, advising, research, and committee involvement

Faculty members are granted protected educational time (0.1 FTE) for their teaching duties.

Work Schedule and On-Call Duties

  • Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM

  • Weekday on-call from home (maximum once per week)

  • Weekend on-call rotation approximately every 6 weeks

  • Expansion of resident call coverage starting Summer 2026

Robust Clinical Support

  • 24/7 Emergency Psychiatric Services team available for ED coverage

  • Case management and social work support across inpatient and consult services

  • Dedicated outpatient psychotherapy staff

  • Collaborative team environment with psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, and trainees

About Our Organization

We are a mission-driven regional health system focused on expanding behavioral health services throughout Maryland. Our organization fosters a growing academic atmosphere, with the upcoming launch of a new School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2025 and additional residency programs in the pipeline.

Employee Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) plan with employer matching

  • Generous paid time off

  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance

  • Malpractice insurance coverage

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Financial planning resources available

Why Choose Hagerstown?

Situated in Washington County, one of Maryland's rapidly growing areas, Hagerstown offers:

  • Convenient access to Washington, DC, and Baltimore

  • Outdoor recreational opportunities along the Appalachian Trail and in nearby national parks

  • A vibrant arts scene, featuring the Maryland Theatre and Symphony Orchestra

About the Company

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Meritus Health