The Work:

The Podiatrist will provide high-quality treatment, including but not limited to routine foot care, treatment of abscesses and ulcers, and management of biomechanical and orthopedic conditions. Due to facility constraints, surgical procedures will be limited to minor procedures, including incisions and drainage of small skin abscesses, partial toenail avulsions, and debridement of superficial skin ulcers on the foot. Special emphasis will be placed on providing care for diabetic patients with neurological and vascular complications. 

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and record Podiatry treatment and histories.
• Order appropriate laboratory studies, and make referrals for residents as necessary.
• Diagnose, treat, and consult with other medical specialists of residents' foot disorders.
• Diagnosis will consist of foot examinations including vascular, neurological, dermatological, orthopedic and bio-mechanical examinations.
• Coordinate services and participate with other disciplines in interpreting and evaluating programs.
• Prescribe appropriate drug therapy and make appropriate adjustments as needed.
• Follow facility directives, SOPs and policies in Infection Control and sterilization of reusable medical instruments.
• Participate in Care Planning for Residents upon request of other medical staff.
• Participate in facility committee activities upon request.
• The podiatrist must help remove and put back on resident's shoes and socks before and after treatment as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need:

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from an accredited institution
• Two (2) years of Podiatry experience, preferably in the field of geriatrics.
• The following documents are required for credentialing the Podiatrist:
  
  • Current License in Washington, DC
  • Certification
  • Professional School attended (to include diplomas)
  • Declaration of Health
  • Relevant Training or Experience
  • Initial Application for Clinic Privileges
  • Delineation of Privileges
  • Statement of Application
  • Privacy Act Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • CPR Certification (BLS)
  • Continuing Education Certificates
  • National Criminal Background Check (DC, MD, VA, and any additional states worked/lived in the last seven (7) years)
  • Drug Screening
  • PPD and Vaccination Record (Influenza and COVID-19)
  • Td/TdaP (up to date)
  • DEA Registration
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Must possess problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
• Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
• Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
• Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.
• Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone.

Reports to: Director of Rehabilitation Services

Working Conditions:

• This position is an on-call on an as needed basis.
• Independent Contractor assignments are not guaranteed for any length of time and hours may vary. 
• Professional clinic setting.
• Ability work Monday-Friday 7:30A.M to 4:00PM.
• On-site parking available.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• Visual acuity to perform job duties, including visual examination of patient and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting patients when required.
• Physical ability includes sufficient manual dexterity to perform the requisite health care service.
• Requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting, and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.
• May be exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.