University of Washington

Teaching Associate - Podiatrist - UWMC - Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

University of Washington$200K — $217K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current and valid Washington State Podiatrist License
  • Graduate Degree from an accredited DPM program
  • Proven excellence in interdisciplinary collaborative team settings
  • Experience with outpatient clinical care
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
  • Develop individualized treatment plans for patients
  • Manage both acute and chronic foot conditions
  • Perform in-office procedures when necessary
  • Educate patients on long-term foot health initiatives

Benefits

  • Paid time off equivalent to one month for 12-month service period
  • Flexible start date options in fall 2026 or winter 2027
  • Annual appointment structure with consistent employment throughout the year
  • Access to additional benefits for physicians in practice plans
Full Job Description
We are recruiting a full-time podiatrist at the faculty rank of Teaching Associate to join us at the University of Washington Medical Center. The successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. This position is for a full-time non-operative podiatrist in a primarily outpatient clinical setting that provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of the foot and related conditions. The position includes developing individualized treatment plans, managing both acute and chronic conditions including diabetic foot care, tendinopathies, arthritis, and sports-related injuries, as well as performing in-office procedures and coordinating with multidisciplinary care teams. Patient education to support long-term foot health will also be important. The candidate will be expected to have effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise. The position is on an annual appointment with a 12-month service period (July 1 - June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. This position has a flexible start date in the fall of 2026 or winter of 2027. Salary: The base salary range for this position will be: $16,667- $18,084 per month ($200,004-$217,008 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Physicians Practice Plans: For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, additional benefits that may be available can be found here: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf Qualifications 1. Current and valid Washington State Podiatrist License. 2. Graduate Degree from an accredited DPM program. 3. Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment. Application Instructions Please submit your CV, cover letter/personal statement, and contact information for 3 professional references. Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

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