Podiatrist | Greenwich, CT

Yale New Haven Health•Greenwich, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Greenwich Hospital is a 206-bed regional medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut and Westchester County, New York. It is a major academic affiliate of Yale School of Medicine and a member of Yale New Haven Health. Since opening in 1903, Greenwich Hospital has evolved into a progressive medical center and teaching institution with an internal medicine residency. We represent all medical specialties and offer a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic and wellness programs. High-quality care, coupled with Greenwich Hospital’s convenient location, are reasons many patients choose to be treated here. The state-of-the-art main campus at 5 Perryridge Road includes the Helmsley Medical Building and the Thomas and Olive C. Watson Pavilion. Across the street from the hospital at 77 Lafayette Place, the Sherman and Gloria H. Cohen Pavilion houses the Smilow Cancer Hospital Care Center, home to the Bendheim Cancer Center and the Breast Center. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Podiatrist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will diagnose, treat, and help prevent conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care, developing treatment plans, performing procedures as needed, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. Based on common industry job descriptions, podiatrists evaluate foot and ankle conditions, prescribe treatments, perform procedures, and educate patients on preventative care.

Requirements

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited institution.
Completion of an accredited podiatric residency program.
Board eligible or board certified with the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery or with the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Active, unrestricted medical license in Connecticut
DEA registration (if required by state regulations).
Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat conditions affecting the feet, ankles, and lower legs.
Perform physical examinations and review patient medical histories.
Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication, orthotics, therapy, and surgical interventions when appropriate.
Treat conditions such as plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammertoes, diabetic foot complications, sports injuries, fractures, and ingrown toenails.
Perform office-based and surgical procedures related to foot and ankle care.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays and laboratory studies.
Prescribe custom orthotics, braces, and other assistive devices.
Educate patients on foot health, injury prevention, diabetes management, and proper footwear.
Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, wound care specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Stay current with advancements in podiatric medicine and best practices.