Meritus Health
Family Medicine Physician
Meritus Health, Hagerstown, Maryland, us, 21749
Location: Meritus Health – Crayton Blvd, Williamsport, Frederick, and Valley Mall
Schedule: Full Time, 8-4:30 M-F
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate family medicine provider to join our team. As a family medicine provider, you will be responsible for comprehensive care of individuals and families across all ages, genders, and diseases. In this role, you will diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, perform routine check-ups, and provide preventative care, including vaccinations and health education.
Additionally, you will be responsible for exceptional care coordination when coordinating with specialists and other healthcare providers to ensure holistic patient care. Excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to build long-term patient relationships are essential in this role.
Responsibilities:
Primary Care Provider :
Serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical care.
Conduct routine check-ups, screenings, and immunizations.
Diagnose and treat a wide range of illnesses and medical conditions.
Develop long-term relationships with patients and families.
Manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
Coordinate care with specialists and other healthcare providers as needed.
Acute Care :
Treat acute conditions such as infections, injuries, and other urgent health issues.
Provide minor surgical procedures, such as suturing wounds or removing skin lesions.
Care Coordination :
Coordinate with hospitals, specialists, and other healthcare services.
Ensure continuity of care by maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Facilitate referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers when necessary.
Professional Development :
Stay updated with the latest medical research and advancements.
Engage in continuing medical education and professional development activities.
Adhere to ethical standards and maintain professional competence.
Qualifications:
Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
Current state medical license and DEA registration.
Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to providing compassionate care to pediatric patients and their families.
About Us:
Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, CME allowance, malpractice insurance, and more.
Caring for Our Team: Meritus offers a comprehensive, affordable, and team member-focused benefits package. Health, dental, and vision insurance is offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all team members hired to work at least 16 hours per week and offer multiple plans to best meet your needs.
Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability are offered at no cost to eligible team members.
Meritus offers a robust Paid Time Off and eligible team members begin accruing from day 1 of employment.
Our 401k retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and provides a meaningful employer match. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.
Going back to school? We have a tremendous education assistance program to support your education goals and a no-cost Employee Assistance Program to help you manage stress, mental health, elder-care issues, and the challenges of work-life balance.
Evening, night, and weekend shifts may be eligible for shift differential.
Strength Through Diversity: Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care.
Contact Information:Odessa Englehartodessa.englehart@meritushealth.com
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Schedule: Full Time, 8-4:30 M-F
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate family medicine provider to join our team. As a family medicine provider, you will be responsible for comprehensive care of individuals and families across all ages, genders, and diseases. In this role, you will diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, perform routine check-ups, and provide preventative care, including vaccinations and health education.
Additionally, you will be responsible for exceptional care coordination when coordinating with specialists and other healthcare providers to ensure holistic patient care. Excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to build long-term patient relationships are essential in this role.
Responsibilities:
Primary Care Provider :
Serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical care.
Conduct routine check-ups, screenings, and immunizations.
Diagnose and treat a wide range of illnesses and medical conditions.
Develop long-term relationships with patients and families.
Manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
Coordinate care with specialists and other healthcare providers as needed.
Acute Care :
Treat acute conditions such as infections, injuries, and other urgent health issues.
Provide minor surgical procedures, such as suturing wounds or removing skin lesions.
Care Coordination :
Coordinate with hospitals, specialists, and other healthcare services.
Ensure continuity of care by maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Facilitate referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers when necessary.
Professional Development :
Stay updated with the latest medical research and advancements.
Engage in continuing medical education and professional development activities.
Adhere to ethical standards and maintain professional competence.
Qualifications:
Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
Current state medical license and DEA registration.
Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to providing compassionate care to pediatric patients and their families.
About Us:
Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, CME allowance, malpractice insurance, and more.
Caring for Our Team: Meritus offers a comprehensive, affordable, and team member-focused benefits package. Health, dental, and vision insurance is offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all team members hired to work at least 16 hours per week and offer multiple plans to best meet your needs.
Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability are offered at no cost to eligible team members.
Meritus offers a robust Paid Time Off and eligible team members begin accruing from day 1 of employment.
Our 401k retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and provides a meaningful employer match. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.
Going back to school? We have a tremendous education assistance program to support your education goals and a no-cost Employee Assistance Program to help you manage stress, mental health, elder-care issues, and the challenges of work-life balance.
Evening, night, and weekend shifts may be eligible for shift differential.
Strength Through Diversity: Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care.
Contact Information:Odessa Englehartodessa.englehart@meritushealth.com
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