Physician - Anesthesiology (Day)

Position Highlights

• $575,000 base salary
• $100,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to $50,000 relocation assistance
• ($50,000 for Washington County | $7,500 surrounding areas)
• Full-time day position
• Supervise up to 4 CRNAs
• 16 operating rooms at main campus
• Level 3 Trauma Center with diverse case mix
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, CME, malpractice, and PTO

Clinical Practice

This role provides comprehensive anesthesia care in a busy hospital setting

Operating Room Services

• Administer anesthesia for a wide variety of surgical cases
• Direct supervision of up to 4 CRNAs
• Monitor patient vitals and manage intraoperative care
• Oversee patient recovery and postoperative management

Facility Details

• 16 ORs at the main campus
• 327-bed regional hospital

Level 3 Trauma Center

• Broad case mix including general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, and trauma
• Connected outpatient facilities for additional procedural volume

Typical Clinical Responsibilities

• Preoperative evaluation and patient optimization
• Intraoperative anesthesia management and monitoring
• Postoperative care and pain management
• Collaborative work with surgeons, CRNAs, and perioperative team

Schedule

• Full-time day schedule
• Focus on daytime OR coverage with potential for limited call (details available upon inquiry)

Strong Clinical Support

• Experienced CRNA team
• Dedicated perioperative nursing and support staff
• Collaborative environment with strong surgeon relationships
• Modern equipment and facilities

About Meritus Health

Meritus Health is Western Maryland’s largest healthcare provider, located in Washington County. As a 327-bed nonprofit hospital, we serve patients from Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Our system includes a connected network of outpatient facilities and is expanding its academic mission.

Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM)

launched July 2025

Level 3 Trauma Center

• Growing regional health system with strong community focus
• Mission-driven organization emphasizing quality, collaboration, and compassion

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

CME allowance
Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Life and disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Additional financial planning resources
Why Hagerstown?
Located in Washington County—one of Maryland’s two fastest-growing counties—Hagerstown offers an exceptional quality of life with:
Easy access to Washington, DC and Baltimore
Rich Civil War history and vibrant community
Abundant outdoor recreation along the Appalachian Trail and nearby state/national parks
Diverse, thriving region with excellent schools and family-friendly amenities
Join a collegial team at a growing regional health system where your skills will make a direct impact on patients across four states.
Happy to Help: At Meritus, we foster a supportive, collaborative environment where team members are valued and supported in their professional growth.