Position Summary
Vitae Health is seeking a qualified and compassionate Podiatrist to provide comprehensive podiatric care services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The Podiatrist will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating conditions of the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This role plays a critical part in promoting mobility, preventing complications, and enhancing overall quality of life for residents through proactive and specialized foot care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive podiatric evaluations, including assessment of skin integrity, vascular status, neurological function, and musculoskeletal conditions
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of foot and lower extremity conditions, including infections, ulcers, deformities, and nail disorders
- Perform routine and advanced podiatric procedures such as nail debridement, callus reduction, wound debridement, and minor surgical interventions within scope of practice
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, with a focus on prevention and management of high-risk conditions such as diabetic foot ulcers and pressure injuries
- Provide and oversee wound care treatment for lower extremity wounds in collaboration with nursing and wound care teams
- Monitor and manage chronic conditions affecting foot health, including diabetes-related complications and peripheral vascular disease
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including nursing staff, rehabilitation therapists, and primary care providers to ensure coordinated and holistic resident care
- Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to interdisciplinary treatment planning
- Educate residents, families, and staff on foot care, preventive measures, proper footwear, and management of chronic conditions
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations
- Ensure adherence to all infection control standards, as well as HIPAA and OSHA requirements
- Provide clinical oversight and guidance to podiatry assistants or support staff as applicable
- Assist with scheduling, documentation workflows, and coordination of podiatry services within the facility
- Documentation must be completed within 72 hours of encounter completion.
- Provide services to 80% of facility census.
Requirements- Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited podiatry program
- Active and unrestricted state license to practice podiatric medicine
- Board certification or board eligibility preferred
- 4-5years of experience in podiatry, with experience in long-term care, geriatrics, or wound care strongly preferred
- Strong clinical knowledge of lower extremity pathology, diabetic foot care, and wound management
- Experience performing minor surgical procedures and wound debridement
- Familiarity with infection control protocols and best practices in a clinical setting
- Excellent clinical judgment, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
- Ability to manage time efficiently and adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred
