Inaugural Emergency Medicine Residency Program Director

Inaugural Program Director - Emergency Medicine ResidencyMeritus Health is seeking an accomplished and visionary physician leader to serve as the inaugural Program Director for a new Emergency Medicine Residency Program. This is a unique opportunity to design, build, and lead 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 inaugural Program Director will play a central leadership role in shaping the program's vision, curriculum, and culture 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 and program development.Position OverviewLead the development, ACGME accreditation, and implementation of a new Emergency Medicine Residency ProgramBuild a program grounded in clinical excellence, innovation, and community-focused careAlign training with a busy, high-acuity emergency department and growing trauma programServe as a key leader within the Graduate Medical Education enterpriseKey ResponsibilitiesDesign and submit the ACGME accreditation application for initial program approvalDevelop curriculum, evaluation systems, and clinical training experiences aligned with ACGME requirementsRecruit and mentor faculty, residents, and program leadership team membersFoster an educational environment that supports all ACGME competency domainsEnsure compliance with institutional and ACGME policies and standardsCollaborate across specialties, particularly with trauma, critical care, and surgical servicesPromote scholarly activity, quality improvement, and innovation in emergency care deliveryQualificationsMD or DO degree with eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of MarylandCurrent board certification in Emergency Medicine by ABEM or AOBEMMinimum of three years of documented educational and/or administrative experience in graduate medical educationDemonstrated specialty expertise in Emergency MedicinePrior experience as a Program Director, Associate Program Director, or core faculty strongly preferredStrong understanding of ACGME accreditation standards and residency program operationsProven ability to lead teams, build consensus, and develop educational programsCommitment to resident education, mentorship, and professional developmentWhy Join Meritus Health?Opportunity to build a residency program from the ground up in a high-volume, high-acuity settingStrong institutional commitment to medical education and leadership developmentCollaborative, humanistic culture with engaged faculty and leadershipIntegration 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 region provides an excellent balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.Join UsThis is a rare opportunity to shape the future of Emergency Medicine training within a health system committed to becoming a model community-based academic center.J-18808-Ljbffr