Podiatrist

Kintegra Health • Gastonia, NC

3h

About The Position

We are currently looking for a compassionate, mission-driven Podiatrist, just a stone's throw from Charlotte. This position will report to our Chief Medical Officer.

Qualified candidates should possess critical-thinking and excellent interpersonal skills, and provide the full scope of podiatry services following a patient-centered and integrated approach. Podiatry services should include but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care and preventive care to patients with chronic disease (i.e. Diabetes Management).

Requirements

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
• Current valid/unrestricted NC Board of Podiatry Examiners License.
• Current valid/unrestricted DEA License
• North Carolina board
• Previous medical office or FQHC experience preferred.
• CPR and all applicable certifications required (must be obtained within 30 days of employment)
• Understands ethics of confidentiality.
• Previous computer experience or training required.
• Successful candidate must submit to TB testing and any vaccinations recommended by OSHA Guidelines.
• Sets an example as a medical professional by observing work start and stop times, giving adequate notice for absences and following clinic’s operational and personnel policies and procedures.
• Able to communicate and relate well with patients, providers and clinical staff.
• Maintains appropriate licensure and certification including meeting and/or exceeding CME requirements.
• Observes standards of medical care.
• Sitting and standing for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Review patients’ medical history to evaluate the condition of the feet, ankle or lower leg
• Carry out diagnosis on the feet through X-ray examination and medical laboratory tests
• Refer patients to other providers and specialists within the Kintegra team to treat conditions such as diabetes or arthritis
• Prescribe medication and/or administer treatment for certain feet conditions: Plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, corns/callouses, heel stress, athlete’s foot, among others.
• Direct and supervise the activities of the Medical Assistant
• Advise patients on ways to increase speed of recovery and prevent future leg problems

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees