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