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Meritus Health
Hagerstown, Maryland

Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

Physician AssistantIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$124k-$145k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Meritus Health is looking for experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant.

We are looking for providers to manage acute walk-in urgent cases and minor procedures. Procedures include, but are not limited to, suturing, fracture care/splinting, I&Ds, etc. We also have an imaging and lab draw onsite.

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. Enjoy cultural attractions such as the Maryland Theater, home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, and easy access to nearby urban centers like Baltimore and Washington, DC.

About Us

  • Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community.
  • Upcoming Medical School and Residency Programs
  • The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine is set to launch in the summer of 2025, offering a promising growth for our organization.
  • Meritus is also developing new residency programs in the upcoming years with plenty of teaching opportunities.
  • Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, CME allowance, malpractice insurance, and more.
  • 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

Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.

  • Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.

  • Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

Support for your continued learning and career growth.

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Shift Differential Pay

Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant will be responsible for managing acute walk-in urgent cases encountered in the Urgent Care setting. This includes performing minor procedures such as suturing, fracture care/splinting, and incision and drainage (I&Ds).

Requirements

The role requires an experienced Physician Assistant capable of managing acute walk-in cases and performing minor procedures onsite. The employer is also noted for upcoming medical school and residency programs, suggesting opportunities for teaching.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Acute Case ManagementLab Draw Management

Urgent Care — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 74% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

Urgent Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $128k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution41 jobs · 34 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 34 employers

401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
74% this job
Sign-on bonus
54%
Relocation assistance
17%
Loan repayment
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.2this job 1.5
Below most Urgent Care (PA) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 368 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Hagerstown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$295k≈ 2.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,407/mo≈ 14% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.2
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Meritus Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Hagerstown, Maryland
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Coverage
Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
Education Assistance