Location
Rockford, IL | United States
Job description
We are seeking a Podiatrist for a mobile Podiatry Private Practice to become a part of our team! You will focus on providing high quality patient care as part of a healthcare team.
Treat and provide services at various facilities and senior citizen facilities.
Podiatrist Salary $150,000 to $300,000 Package
Location: Chicago or Rockford, IL
Mobile Podiatrist Position
Treat and Provide Services to Facilities and Senior Citizens Facilities.
Monday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Is Our Full Time Position
Job duties include:
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
Prescribe and fit prosthetic appliances such as shoe inserts to improve patients mobility
Specialize in podogeriatrics to treat feet and lower leg problems in elderly people
Perform foot and ankle surgeries to remove bone spurs and address leg deformity
Prescribe medication for feet conditions such as plantar fascitis, heel stress, and athletes foot
Refer patients to other specialists to treat conditions such as diabetes or arthritis
Apply podiatric techniques such as whirlpool/paraffin baths, shortwave, and low voltage electrical treatment for patients
Organize forums and programs to educate the public on the importance of foot care
Direct and supervise the activities of podiatrist assistant and trainee podiatrists
Advise patients on ways to increase speed of recovery and prevent future leg problems
Monitor the recovery progress of patients to determine the need for change in treatment
Operate instruments such as X-ray, lasers, grinders, and visual gait-analysis equipment in the treatment of patients
Work in the field of sports medicine to address leg and feet injuries
Attend educational conferences and seminar
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must currently be licensed as a Podiatrist in the state of IL
Have a DPM degree from an accredited university or school
Able to work with different groups of patients including the elderly
Excellent critical thinking skills
Properly diagnose and develop treatment plan for patients with feet problems
Perks And Benefits
Competitive compensation of $150,000 to $300,000 package annually
Paid malpractice
New graduates are welcome to apply
Please apply by resume or CV.
Employment Type: Full-Time
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