Podiatrist

Vitae Health Systems; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitae Health Systems in Chicago seeks a qualified Podiatrist to provide comprehensive podiatric care to residents in a skilled nursing facility. You will assess, diagnose, and treat foot and lower extremity conditions to promote mobility and quality of life.

The role involves managing high-risk patients, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring accurate documentation. A DPM degree and active state license are required; 4–5 years in podiatry and wound care are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• DPM degree from an accredited 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.
• Strong knowledge of diabetic foot care and wound management.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive podiatric evaluations for foot and lower extremity issues.
• Diagnose and treat infections, ulcers, deformities, and nail disorders.
• Perform nail debridement, callus reduction, wound debridement, and minor procedures.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focusing on prevention and high‑risk conditions.
• Oversee wound care in collaboration with nursing and wound care teams.
• Monitor chronic conditions affecting foot health and diabetes-related complications.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and physicians for coordinated care.
• Attend care plan meetings and contribute to interdisciplinary planning.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on foot care and footwear.
• Maintain timely, compliant clinical documentation per regulations.
• Ensure infection control and HIPAA/OSHA compliance.
• Provide guidance to podiatry assistants and support staff.

Skills

Podiatry expertise

Interdisciplinary work

Patient education

Clinical documentation

Infection control

EHR proficiency

Education

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

We are a multi-specialty healthcare organization dedicated to improving care for residents in skilled nursing facilities. Our clinicians provide essential medical and behavioral health services that support facility care teams and ensure patients receive consistent, high-quality care.

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chicago, we partner with skilled nursing facilities across the Midwest and East Coast. Our providers deliver integrated clinical services including internal medicine, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and podiatry, helping facilities meet the complex medical and behavioral health needs of their residents.

Position Summary

Vitae Health isseekinga qualified and compassionatePodiatristto provide comprehensive podiatric care services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The Podiatrist willbe responsible forevaluating, diagnosing, and treating conditions of the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This role plays a critical part in promoting mobility, preventing complications, and enhancing overall quality of life for residents through proactive and specialized foot care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive podiatric evaluations, including assessment of skin integrity, vascular status, neurological function, and musculoskeletal conditions
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of 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 within scope of practice
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, with a focus on prevention and management of high-risk conditions such as diabetic foot ulcers and pressure injuries
• Provide and oversee wound care treatment for lower extremity wounds in collaboration with nursing and wound care teams
• Monitor and manage chronic conditions affecting foot health, including diabetes-related complications and peripheral vascular disease
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including nursing staff, rehabilitation therapists, and primary care providers to ensure coordinated and holistic resident care
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Educate residents, families, and staff on foot care, preventive measures, proper footwear, and management of chronic conditions
• Maintainaccurate,timely, and compliant clinical documentationin accordance withfacility, state, and federal regulations
• Ensure adherence to all infection control standards, as well as HIPAA and OSHA requirements
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to podiatry assistants or support staff as applicable
• Assistwith scheduling, documentation workflows, and coordination of podiatry services within the facility
• Documentation must be completed within72 hoursof encounter completion.
• Provide services to 80% offacilitycensus.
• 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
• 4-5years of experience in podiatry, with experience in long-term care, geriatrics, or wound care strongly preferred
• Strong clinical knowledge of lower extremity pathology, diabetic foot care, and wound management
• Experience performing minor surgical procedures and wound debridement
• Familiarity with infection control protocols and best practices in a clinical setting
• Excellent clinical judgment, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage time efficiently and adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment
• Proficiencywith electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred

Equal Opportunity Statement

Vitae Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.