What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician - Primary Care (Medical Director) position at Meritus Health?
The Primary Care Medical Director provides clinical and operational leadership for primary care services across the medical group. The Medical Director partners with administrative leaders, physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to advance high-quality, patient-centered care while improving access, provider performance, patient experience, clinical outcomes, and financial sustainability.
The Medical Director serves as a physician leader and advocate for primary care, supporting standardization of clinical practice, provider engagement, population health initiatives, and continuous improvement across primary care practices.
- Provide physician leadership and clinical oversight for primary care practices.
- Promote evidence-based, standardized clinical practices and protocols.
- Support appropriate utilization of diagnostic testing, referrals, medications, and other healthcare resources.
- Monitor clinical quality, safety, and patient outcomes.
- Identify opportunities to reduce unwarranted clinical variation.
- Serve as a clinical resource for physicians, APPs, and practice leadership.
- Participate in peer review, clinical governance, and quality improvement activities.
- Partner with practice leaders to establish clear expectations for physician and APP performance.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and retention of primary care providers.
- Participate in physician performance reviews and professional development.
- Address clinical performance concerns in collaboration with administrative and medical leadership.
- Promote physician engagement, accountability, teamwork, and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Develop and support physician leadership within primary care.
About Meritus:
Meritus Health is Western MD’s largest health care provider, located in Washington County. We are one hospital comprised of 327 beds that service West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. The convenience of many outpatient facilities right next to and connected to the hospital.
- Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM) started July 2025
- Level 3 Trauma facility
- Nonprofit Organization
Why Hagerstown:
Discover a myriad of experiences in one of the two fastest-growing counties in Maryland, Washington County, where diversity thrives. Explore the rich history of the crossroads of the Civil War, or embark on outdoor adventures along the Appalachian Trail and numerous national and state parks. Easy access to nearby urban centers like Baltimore and Washington, DC.
Caring for our Team
We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Shift Differential Pay
Happy to Help: at Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.