Podiatrist - Tuesday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Family Health Care Centers of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.•Bell Gardens, CA

1d•$96 - $106•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a great opportunity to make a difference. The organization is committed to providing culturally appropriate services and aims to enhance the quality of life for men, women, and children in the greater Los Angeles area through high-quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare services. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity to patients’ diverse needs.

Requirements

Must have a California license and X-Ray / fluoroscopy license.

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine preferred.
Preferred experience in trauma cases and rear foot & ankle surgery.
Board Qualified/Certified by American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons with 3 years surgical residency / fellowship trained preferred.
Working knowledge of Spanish is helpful.
Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant candidates with a Specialty in Podiatry are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Diagnose diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
Prescribe medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
Surgically treat conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, and abscesses.
Advise patients about treatments and foot care techniques necessary for prevention of future problems.
Take responsibility for a number of specialist areas of practice working with a variety client groups (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis/ chronic disease, high risk diabetes, chronic neuropathy, vascular diseases, wound management/tissue viability, biomechanics, nail surgery).
Refer patients to physicians when symptoms indicative of systemic disorders, such as arthritis or diabetes, are observed in feet and legs during exams.
Make and fit prosthetic appliances.
Treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet and ankles.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise with other staff and disciplines, attend case conferences, and meetings as appropriate.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with team members, hospital staff and specialist services to ensure an integrated service for clients.
Work independently as well as part of a wider healthcare team.

Benefits

Medical Benefits - FHCCGLA pays 100% of employee’s Kaiser; Anthem Blue Cross; Health Net; and United Health Care coverage (HMO Plan) subject to change during open enrollment.
403 B - Through Mutual of America, the company matches up to 5% of employee’s salary.
Dental Benefit - MetLife Only (HMO/PPO Plan).
11 Holidays Observed.
2 Floating Holidays
Vision Benefit - MetLife Plan.
1 Birthday Holiday
Life Insurance - Accidental Death & Dismemberment; and Long-term Disability.
7 Paid Sick Leave - 56 hours Full-Time
Paid Sick Leave – 40, Part-Time and Per-Diem
Employee Assistance Program
2 weeks’ Vacation
AFLAC Benefits
Podiatrist - 1,500.00 Annually and 5 Paid CME days.
License Reimbursement: Medical License, DEA licenses, BLS
Possible student loan repayment for providers: HRSA, HWDD, LA CARE, OSHPS HPEF