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Posted 02 August, 2026

Psychiatrist (General Adult + Faculty)

Meritus Health
Golden Fleece Estates, MD, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Psychiatrist - General Adult + Faculty

Our organization is located in Hagerstown, MD.

Compensation Package

  • Base salary of $350,000

  • Sign-on bonus of $50,000

  • Relocation assistance up to $50,000

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

  • Combination of inpatient, outpatient, and consultative psychiatry

  • Allocated faculty time (0.1 FTE) dedicated to teaching

  • Involvement in a developing psychiatry residency program

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

Clinical Responsibilities

This position encompasses a diverse psychiatry practice across various care environments:

Inpatient & Acute 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 consult service supported by dedicated behavioral health social workers

Outpatient Services

  • Behavioral Health Urgent Care

  • Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)

  • Therapy services provided by 10 full-time licensed mental health clinicians

  • Telehealth psychiatry options available

Patient Demographics

Provide care for 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 addressing issues such as suicidal ideation, psychosis, mania, substance withdrawal, capacity evaluations, and the management of medication and psychotherapy.

Typical Clinical Volume

  • 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 per day

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

Academic & Faculty Responsibilities

Become part of a growing 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 participation in committees

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

Work Schedule & Call Duties

  • Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM

  • Weekday on-call from home (no more than once a week)

  • Weekend call rotation approximately every 6 weeks

  • Resident call coverage will expand starting Summer 2026

Strong Clinical Support System

  • 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.

Benefits Offered

  • 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 options

  • 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 activities along the Appalachian Trail and nearby national parks

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