Podiatrist

Job Description

Job Description

The Podiatrist will assess the condition of a patient’s feet, ankles, or lower legs by reviewing his or her medical history, listening to the patient’s concerns, and performing a physical examination. Diagnose foot, ankle, and lower-leg problems through physical exams, x rays, medical laboratory tests, and other methods. Provide treatment for foot, ankle, and lower leg ailments, such as prescribing special shoe inserts (orthotics) to improve a patient’s mobility. Give advice and instruction on foot and ankle care and on general wellness techniques. Prescribe medications. Refer patients to other physicians or specialists if they detect larger health problems, such as diabetes.

Reports to : Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Qualifications :

1. Graduate of an approved podiatry school with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) Degree.

2. Successful completion of an internship and residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Podiatry or Council on Podiatric Medical Education.

3. Board eligible or Board Certified.

4. Current California Doctor of Podiatric Medicine License.

5. Thorough working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and contemporary general office practices and procedures.

6. Math skills sufficient to prepare routine spreadsheets, calculate / balance invoices / expense reports, and similar.

7. Basic leadership skills.

8. Computer skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.), electronic health record systems, and database systems.

9. Typing / data entry skills sufficient to meet production requirements.

10.Effective verbal and written communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and others.

11.Very effective oral and written communications skills including public speaking experience.

12.Effective work organization skills.

13.Ability to work effectively as a team player.

14.Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment.

15.Sensitivity to the different cultures represented among members and staff.

16.Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate with others in a professional and caring manner including sensitivity with individuals from diverse cultures and lifestyles.

17.Demonstrated ability to set priorities for tasks to work effectively in spite of interruptions and under minimal supervision. Self-starter, reliable and dependable.

18.Demonstrated proficiency with the electronic health record database within three months of attending training session(s).

19.Fluency in English (speaks, read and write).

20.Fluency in Spanish (speaks, translate, read and write) is preferred but not required.

21.Ability to solve problems and make routine recommendations.

22.Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality about health care and other patient / client information.

23.Current California driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage and a driving record acceptable to the NEVHC’s insurance carrier (if required to drive on the job).

Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.