Podiatrist for Skilled Nursing Facilities
Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. · Watertown, NY · 4 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a Podiatrist to provide specialized foot and leg care within a growing medical practice serving residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities.
Responsibilities
- Examine patients to diagnose foot and leg conditions
- Treat injuries such as fractures and calluses
- Refer patients for surgeries when necessary
- Prescribe medications and orthoses
- Advise on foot care and wellness practices
- Conduct patient visits and maintain documentation
- Provide preventative care for lower extremities
Requirements
- Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
- Active state license
- Over two years of clinical or hospital experience
- Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly in communicating with elderly patients
- Strong knowledge of therapeutic and surgical treatments for lower extremities
Schedule
Typically scheduled Monday through Friday with flexible options.
Pay
Compensation is offered via CPT codes or a percentage of collections, with independent contractor status.