Podiatric Physician

Upperline Health•Jacksonville, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Upperline Health is seeking a well-trained Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) to provide foot and ankle care in a clinic setting in Waycross, Georgia. The physician is expected to hold staff membership at the hospital. The role involves delivering comprehensive, patient-centered podiatric care, including care for at-risk feet, painful foot and ankle conditions, trauma, wounds, and surgical needs when appropriate. The physician will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and demonstrate compassion for patients and attention to detail. Upperline Health is a provider of lower-extremity, wound, and vascular care. Its integrated care teams include podiatric physicians and surgeons, advanced practice providers, care navigators, pharmacists, dieticians, and social workers. The position offers opportunities to explore additional career paths as the company expands.

Requirements

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree with appropriate certification and licensure.
Active DPM license preferred, or ability to obtain one within the applicable timeframe.
Compassion for patients and their families.
DEA registration or eligibility to obtain it.
CPR certification, consistent with state Board of Podiatric Medicine requirements.
Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members.

Responsibilities

Assess patients with lower-extremity complaints by reviewing medical histories and concerns, performing examinations, ordering appropriate imaging or laboratory tests, and developing and implementing clinical care plans.
Provide comprehensive foot and ankle care, including at-risk foot care, treatment of painful conditions and trauma, wound care, and surgical management when appropriate.
Advise patients on foot care and educate patients and families about wellness, medication use and side effects, adherence, and prevention.
Maintain patient medical records and documentation in accordance with state regulations and Upperline Health standards and policies.
Participate in continuing education required by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Perform other related duties as necessary.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package with an uncapped bonus structure.
$25,000 sign-on bonus.
Path to partnership.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
401(k) with matching.
Paid time off.
Parental leave.
Annual payment of medical malpractice, licensure, and board dues.
CME expense allotment.
Support to reduce administrative burdens.
Robust onboarding and rotational shadowing program for recent residency and fellowship graduates.
Mentorship from podiatric physician leaders for ongoing professional development.
Collaboration with a supportive interdisciplinary team.