Description

NWCare is seeking a full-time Podiatrist who thrives in a detail-oriented, professional environment and has the ability to provide exceptional service to our patients. We present a unique opportunity for the right self-starter Podiatrist who is interested in a good work-life balance with a non-surgical practice. Say goodbye to the hassles of weekend hospital call, consults, surgical inpatient management, or complicated surgical cases.

Our Travelling teams include; Podiatry Assistants, Team lead and a Podiatrist. The teams are virtually supported by Live Scribes, Virtual Billing specialists and Admin staff. The team is dedicated to support and ensure success of the Podiatrist.

Here is a great opportunity to explore the Pacific Northwest while having a fulfilling Podiatry career.

NWCare provides quality on-site medical care services to residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities. We offer Podiatry, with plans to add Dentistry, Optometry, Mental Health, Audiology, and Physical Therapy services. Our entire team is reliable, professional, caring, and kind. Our doctors always keep the patients’ wellbeing as their top priority with a focus on excellence in care.

NWCare's culture is built on a foundation of teamwork and entrepreneurial drive.  While each staff member has clear responsibilities in fulfilling our mission, we promote, expect, and reward a small business culture and work ethic where no task is above or below any individual.

We respect our Providers and offer an excellent work-life balance, generous benefits with bonus structure, and Zero On-call coverage requirement.

Department: Podiatry

FLSA Status: Exempt           

Reports To: Medical Director

Physical Strength: Heavy         

Position Details

This position is responsible for diagnosing and treating diseases and deformities of the human foot by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties

Reviews, updates, and signs-off scribe prepared Patient encounter charts daily.
Diagnoses diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
Treats skin, soft tissue, bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet, ankles, and lower extremities.
Treats Patients in a facility by performing minor surgical procedures while supervising foot care.
Diagnoses Wound etiology and formulates treatment plan for wound care.
Manages and Coordinates travel team activities.
Maintains high Patient Satisfaction levels with professionalism.

Job Duties

Provides treatments and foot care as medically appropriate for diseases and deformities of the foot, ankle, and lower limb.
Educates patients about etiology and sequelae of conditions affecting the foot and lower extremities.
Maintains active knowledge of diagnoses that allow coverage for Routine Foot Care as recognized by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
Aseptically collects nail specimen biopsies to evaluate and treat Onychomycosis. Educates patients on the role of microtrauma and the etiology and sequelae of fungal infections.
Must maintain familiarity with Centers For Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) routine Foot care covered Diagnoses.
Surgical proficiency in treating conditions onsite at facilities such as Elongated nails, Fungal nails, corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, cysts, or abscesses.
Communicates Effectively and obtains appropriate surgical consent from Medical Power of Attorney to perform minor surgery; Ingrown nails, Nail avulsions, Incision and Drainage, Flexor tenotomy or other surgeries.
Refers patients to physicians or other specialists when symptoms indicative of systemic or malignant disorders are observed in feet and legs.
Treats deformities by means of strapping and padding to offload callouses and wounds with felt or other pedorthic materials.
Prescribes medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
Checks fit of prosthetic appliances and measures/casts for new devices.
Documents and charts medical visits and interprets lab results on Electronic Medical Record system in high level of detail while following NWCare treatment protocol as determined by Medical Director and Podiatry team.
Performs administrative duties, reviews culture reports prescribing medications and communicating with patient care team via fax, phone, secure email and/or patient portal.
Maintains adequate instrument counts and supplies/ orders supplies as necessary and keeps accurate facility administrative records of patient cancellations etc as appropriate.
Educates the public about the benefits of foot care through techniques such as speaking engagements, advertising, and other forums.
Travels to facilities within the State of Oregon to provide podiatry care to patients.
Performs/ Assists with surgeries in-office Surgery suite as necessary.
Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
Maintains Board certifications as necessary
Plans and completes Continuing Medical Education activity as required by the state of Oregon to maintain active Podiatrist Licensure.
Works enthusiastically and collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
Respectfully takes direction from Medical Director or Supervisor.
Complies with internal treatment protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises clinical employees in the Podiatry department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include in training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills. Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment. Must be detail-oriented and set high standards for accuracy. Must have demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills required. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all patient and company information. 

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.  Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.  Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.  Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to speak other languages is a plus.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.  Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Computer Skills

Most required work is almost exclusively on the computer, but the computer is not itself the focus of the position.  Has an advanced understanding and capabilities in using applicable programs and knowledge of networks. Must understand computer security and wifi networks. Must be a strong reference for other users for performing different functions with the computer. Must have a working reliable laptop and home internet connection.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases.  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to type or dial, reach with hands and arms, use stairways to climb to multiple floors within office building, talk or hear, taste or smell, and be exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration.

The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Full time Regular Benefits (eligible after Full time temporary status):

Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
Life insurance & Accidental D&D
Short-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Savings Account
Generous PTO plan
Vacation/ Sick Days
12 Paid Federal Holidays
Use of Company Vehicle for work activities
Food and Lodging expenses reimbursed when traveling at away sites

NWCare is an EEO employer.

Requirements

Education & Experience

Doctoral DPM degree and completion of a Podiatric residency required (PMSR or PMSR/RRA). Salary commensurate with experience, proficiency in a non surgical environment, EMR proficiency, knowledge of CMS routine foot care covered diagnoses.

MD/DO degree with foot and ankle experience.

Potential for Student loan forgiveness via Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) if qualified via 501(c)3 non profit.
New Graduates interested in a non surgical Podiatry career are encouraged to apply. 

Certificates, Licenses and/or Registrations

Controlled substances registration certificate from DEA or ability to obtain one required. Current Oregon state Podiatrist license or ability to be licensed within 3 months of hire required. A valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle required.

Travel Requirement

This position requires in-state travel for the purposes of visits to facilities to perform Podiatric foot care and to attend a few Professional trade conferences. Daily travel (60% Approximately) will primarily consist of day trips with commute of under approximately 1 hour 30 min originating from the local area. Away travel (approximately 40%) will include overnight stays at hotels with return back to home base on the weekends.

Corporate Home base is in Salem, Oregon.