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Physician- Podiatry

Neighborhood Healthcare

Escondido, California

Full-time | On-site

Work facility: Not Specified

Job Description

ROLE OVERVIEW and PURPOSE

The Physician, Pediatrics works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare (NHC) by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide comprehensive podiatric medical services to patients. In addition, this role will educate and promote healthy choices to patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs examinations, reviews patient x-rays, and analyzes medical laboratory tests to determine patient foot diagnosis’
  • Reviews and documents patient medical histories to evaluate the condition of their feet, ankles, or lower legs
  • Orders and executes various tests and analyses diagnostic images to gather more information to better understand patient conditions
  • Documents patient visits, including medical histories, physical exams, diagnoses, and plans of action
  • Prescribes and fits prosthetic appliances to improve patient mobility, such as shoe inserts
  • Prescribes medication for feet conditions, such as plantar fasciitis, heel stresses, and athlete’s foot
  • Refers patients to other specialists to treat underlying conditions, such as diabetes or arthritis
  • Determines and prescribes medications, dosages, and schedules given patient conditions and allergies
  • Discusses potential side effects to medications or immunizations with patients
  • Monitors the recovery progress of patients to determine the need for changes in treatments
  • Advises patients on ways to increase speed of recovery and prevent future leg problems
  • Promotes health by advising patients about diets, hygiene, and methods for prevention of diseases
  • Performs surgical procedures corresponding with surgical competencies, when appropriate for specialty and training
  • Follows up with patients regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases
  • Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy
  • Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teams
  • Keeps informed of organizational activities and promotes goals
  • Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Doctorate in podiatric medicine is required
  • California Doctor of Podiatric Medical license in good standing is required
  • Valid DEA and CPR certification is required

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

(Indicate specifics needed for the job, other than education and experience.)

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Knowledgeable about and experience with podiatric medicine
  • Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Excellent planning and organizational ability
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
  • Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift/carry 10 lbs/weight
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time

COMPLIANCE (Safety & HIPPA)

  • Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
  • Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
  • Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
  • Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
  • Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
  • Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
  • Maintain privacy of all patient, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
  • Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
  • Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful