Podiatrist

Preferred Podiatry Group PC; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Guaranteed patient volume

Competitive pay

Support staff for scheduling, supplies

iPad for EMR

Training & mentorship

Autonomy & balance

Job summary

Preferred Podiatry Group seeks a Podiatrist to provide compassionate care in long-term care, nursing homes, skilled nursing, and senior living communities. The part-time (1099) position offers flexible scheduling and a clinical focus with minimal administrative burden.

You will assess and treat foot and lower limb conditions, deliver preventive care for high-risk patients (including diabetic foot management), and educate patients and caregivers on mobility and foot health.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree is required.
• Active state licensure or eligibility to obtain.
• Experience in long-term care/nursing home settings preferred.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, independent settings.
• Able to lift/carry up to 15 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide podiatric care to residents in long-term and senior care facilities.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat foot and lower limb conditions.
• Deliver preventive care for high-risk patients, including diabetic foot management.
• Educate patients and caregivers on mobility and foot health.
• Collaborate with facility staff for patient-centered outcomes.
• Participate in Medicare quality programs to ensure top-tier care.
• Document clinical encounters in NextGen EMR on a company-issued iPad.

Skills

DPM degree

State licensure

Long-term care experience

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Independent work capability

Lifting up to 15 lbs

Education

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)

Tools

NextGen EMR

iPad

Job description

Part-Time (1099) | Flexible Scheduling | Clinical Focus vs Administrative Burden

Put Your Best Foot Forward - Preferred Podiatry Group is seeking a Podiatrist to provide compassionate care in long-term care, nursing homes, skilled nursing, and senior living communities. Join a motivated team that values excellence, integrity, and patient impact.

What You’ll Do

• Provide podiatric care to residents in long-term and senior care facilities
• Assess, diagnose, and treat foot and lower limb conditions
• Deliver preventive care for high-risk patients, including diabetic foot management
• Educate patients and caregivers on mobility and foot health
• Collaborate with facility staff for patient-centered outcomes
• Participate in Medicare quality programs to ensure top-tier care
• Document clinical encounters in NextGen EMR on a company-issued iPad

Why You’ll Love PPG

• Flexible scheduling - choose when you work
• Guaranteed patient volume from day one
• Competitive pay with no cap on earnings
• Dedicated support staff for scheduling, supplies, billing, and credentialing
• Company-issued iPad for EMR documentation
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and development
• Autonomy + work-life balance

What We’re Looking For

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree (required)
• Active state licensure (or eligibility to obtain)
• Experience in long-term care/nursing home settings (preferred)
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, independent settings
• Able to lift/carry up to 15 lbs. as needed

Compensation

• Providers are compensated based on a percentage of the revenue they generate through billing and collections. Based on 50 working weeks per year, estimated annual earnings range from $20,000–$70,000 per day per week worked (e.g., 1 day/week = $20,000–$70,000 annually; up to 5 days/week = $100,000–$350,000 annually). Actual earnings vary based on caseload, patient volume, services rendered, and billing and collection performance. A comprehensive overview of our compensation structure will be provided during the interview process.

About Us

Headquartered in Chicago, Preferred Podiatry Group is a national healthcare management services organization specializing in podiatric care for long-term care communities. We serve 4,000+ facilities across 21 states, supporting 100+ providers committed to improving mobility and quality of life.

Preferred Podiatry Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.