Podiatric Physician

Upperline Health Inc; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Sign on bonus

Comprehensive health, dental, vision benefits

401K matching

PTO and parental leave

CME expense allotment

Support for administrative burdens

Robust onboarding program

Mentorship from top-tier professionals

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Marietta is seeking a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) to provide comprehensive foot and ankle care in a clinic. The candidate will assess patients, develop treatment plans, and maintain medical records. The position requires an active DPM license, strong compassion for patients, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include competitive compensation, mentorship opportunities, and a supportive team environment. This full-time role also involves collaboration with medical staff at the hospital.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine with appropriate certification and licensure is required.
• Active DPM license preferred or the ability to obtain within the applicable timeframe.
• Possession of DEA registration or eligibility required.
• CPR certification expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide services in a clinic setting; staff membership at the hospital will be expected.
• Assess patients and develop clinical plans of care.
• Offer comprehensive examination and management of foot and ankle care.
• Maintain patient medical records consistent with regulations.

Skills

Compassion for patients

Excellent communication skills

Education

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

Job description

Position Summary

Upperline Health is seeking a well-trained Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) to provide foot and ankle care in a clinic based in East Cobb, GA. The candidate must demonstrate compassion for patient needs, have great attention to detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment. As Upperline expands, this individual will explore a wide range of career opportunities within the company.

Benefits

• Be a pioneer for change by advancing the paradigm of how podiatric medicine and surgery is viewed across the medical landscape


• Mission driven culture and innovative team transforming specialty care


• Competitive compensation package with uncapped bonus structure, including a sign on bonus


• Path to partnership


• Competitive benefits – comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401K (matching), PTO and parental leave


• Medical malpractice, licensure, and board dues paid annually


• CME expense allotment


• Support providing relief from administrative burdens


• Robust onboarding and rotational shadowing program for recent residency and fellowship graduates to effectively learn all aspects of the business operations


• Mentorship from top-tier podiatric physician leaders assisting with continuous professional development


• Collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team providing holistic care to at‑risk patients

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide Upperline services in a clinic setting; staff membership at the hospital will be expected.


• Assess patients presenting lower extremity complaints, review medical history, listen to concerns, perform physical examination, order appropriate imaging or labs, and develop and implement a clinical plan of care.


• Offer comprehensive examination and an all‑encompassing approach to foot and ankle care, including at‑risk foot care, painful conditions, trauma, wound care, and surgical management when appropriate.


• Administer advice on foot care and educate patients and families about general wellness care, medication usage, side effects, medical adherence and prevention.


• Maintain patient medical records and documentation consistent with state regulations and Upperline Health standards and policy.


• Participate in continuing education as required by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.


• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.


• Other related duties as deemed necessary.

Experience and Qualifications

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine with appropriate certification and licensure is required.


• DPM license required – active license preferred or the ability to obtain within applicable timeframe.


• Strong compassion for patients and their families.


• Possession of DEA registration or eligibility required.


• CPR certification expected and consistent with requirements of the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure effective and meaningful interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members.

Job Type: Full-Time

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