Geriatric Podiatrist: Foot Care & Wound Specialist

Advanced Foot & Ankle Care Centers; Mount Vernon (IL); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitae Health is seeking a qualified Podiatrist to provide comprehensive podiatric care to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The role emphasizes evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of foot and lower-extremity conditions to promote mobility and quality of life.

Responsibilities include performing podiatric assessments, wound care, minor procedures, and collaborating with nursing and rehab teams to develop individual care plans. Must hold a DPM and active state licensure.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited podiatry program.
• Active and unrestricted state license to practice podiatric medicine.
• Board certification or board eligibility preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience in podiatry, with long-term care, geriatrics, or wound care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive podiatric evaluations, including skin integrity, vascular status, neurological function, and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Diagnose and treat foot and lower extremity conditions, including infections, ulcers, deformities, and nail disorders.
• Perform routine and advanced podiatric procedures such as nail debridement, callus reduction, wound debridement, and minor surgical interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focusing on prevention and management of high-risk conditions like diabetic foot ulcers and pressure injuries.
• Provide and oversee wound care treatment for lower extremity wounds with nursing and wound care teams.

Skills

Clinical podiatry skills

Geriatrics experience

Wound care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Vitae Health is seeking a qualified Podiatrist to provide comprehensive podiatric care to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The role emphasizes evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of foot and lower-extremity conditions to promote mobility and quality of life.

Responsibilities include performing podiatric assessments, wound care, minor procedures, and collaborating with nursing and rehab teams to develop individual care plans. Must hold a DPM and active state licensure.