Podiatrist

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New York is seeking an experienced Podiatrist to treat injuries involving the lower extremities. The role includes diagnosing diseases, performing surgeries, and advising on foot care. Qualified candidates should possess a Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $150,000, emphasizing a commitment to serving an ethnically diverse population.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Podiatrist.
• Familiar with all types of foot problems including genetic abnormalities and deformities.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients’ legs to diagnose diseases.
• Perform foot and ankle surgeries (remove bone spurs).
• Treat sport-related foot and leg injuries, like fractures.
• Use various podiatric techniques to treat deformities and ailments.
• Prescribe joint pain relief medication and foot orthoses.

Skills

Knowledge of therapeutic and surgical treatments

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate well

Empathy and patience

Up-to-date with latest Podiatry technologies

Education

Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine

Job description

Job Summary

Podiatrists treat injuries involving the lower extremities. Podiatrists provide medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. They diagnose illnesses, treat injuries, and perform surgery involving the lower extremities.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients’ legs to diagnose diseases
• Perform foot and ankle surgeries (for example, removing bone spurs)
• Treat sport-related foot and leg injuries, like fractures
• Use various podiatric techniques (like casting and laser therapy) to treat deformities and ailments
• Prescribe joint pain relief medication and foot orthoses that improve mobility
• Review patients’ medical history
• Advise patients on foot care and general wellness practices
• Order additional medical tests (like X-rays, ultrasounds, and bone density tests) to form a better diagnosis if necessary

Salary

$130,000-$150,000

Job Requirements

• Experience as a Podiatrist
• Excellent knowledge of therapeutic and surgical treatments for the lower extremities
• Familiar with all types of foot problems including genetic abnormalities and deformities
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well both with children and the elderly
• Empathy and patience when dealing with serious diseases
• Up-to-date with latest technologies and treatments in Podiatry
• Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.