Physician

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing • Hagerstown, MD

13d • $180 • Onsite

About The Position

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Maryland-licensed Physician to provide on-site and on-call medical services for intellectually disabled adults (18+) residing at the Potomac Center (ICF/ID, up to 62 residents) and SETT (secure forensic facility, up to 32 residents) in Hagerstown, Maryland. The physician provides routine and urgent care, annual evaluations, and supports compliance with ICF/ID licensure and federal standards.

Requirements

• Licensed Physician (MD or DO): Active, unrestricted license to practice medicine from the Maryland Board of Physicians.
• Experience and comfort treating adults with intellectual disabilities and co-occurring mental/behavioral health conditions, including maladaptive and self-injurious behaviors.
• Hospital Privileges: Admitting privileges (or ability to obtain) at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD.
• Background & Health Clearance: Willingness to complete a CJIS State and federal criminal background check (fingerprinting).
• Provide a recent medical exam (within the last 6 months) documenting: General health and past communicable disease history. Current TB test meeting licensure/ICF/ID standards.
• Letter of commitment to provide services for the full contract duration.
• Professional Requirements: Curriculum vitae with at least 3 recent professional references. National Provider Identifier (NPI) and CMS Certification Number (CCN).
• Maintain all required certifications and remain in good standing (no disqualifying disciplinary actions); promptly disclose any new investigations, actions, or legal proceedings.
• Ability to: Work independently and collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, behavioral health, administration). Manage complex medical needs in a secure, structured, habilitation/forensic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to all Potomac Center and SETT residents
• Comprehensive history and physicals for new admissions (on next scheduled on-site day) and annually thereafter.
• Annual and as-needed evaluations to certify continued need for ICF/ID-level care.
• Routine sick calls and episodic care for acute medical conditions.
• Monthly review of each resident and review/renewal of medications as needed.
• Develop and document: Physician’s Orders Physician’s Progress Notes Plans of care, consultations, and lab reviews in the medical record.
• Review 90-day plan-of-care summaries and perform all medical duties needed to meet: ICF/ID licensure standards (OHCQ/MDH) Federal Title XIX requirements
• Initiate and coordinate medical and surgical consultations and hospital referrals.
• Provide guidance to nursing and facility staff on medical care policies and resident-specific care.
• Sign in and out each day on site for hours tracking and invoicing.
• Comply with: Potomac Center/SETT Contraband & Restricted Items Policy (no personal electronics around residents) Tobacco-free campus policy
• Provide 24/7 physician on-call coverage for: Emergencies New admissions Urgent clinical questions from facility staff
• Respond to on-call inquiries within 1 hour.
• Provide daily on-call availability from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for consultations.
• Assist with emergency medical placement (e.g., contacting local hospitals, explaining resident needs and required services).
• Arrange qualified substitute physician coverage (pre-approved by the facility) if unavailable.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Premium rates for specialized disability care
• Work Schedule: Minimum 6 on-site hours/week (typically 2 days x 3 hours) + 24/7 on-call
• Professional Growth: Develop expertise in intellectual disability and forensic medical care
• Impactful Work: Serve vulnerable adults with complex medical and behavioral needs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees