Podiatrist

ChenMed LLC; South Grove Township (IL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

ChenMed LLC is seeking a Podiatrist to provide preventative care, diagnose and treat foot, ankle, and lower leg conditions. You will manage minor office surgeries, prescribe treatments and refer when systemic issues are suspected, in a patient-centered environment.

The role requires DPM, active state licensure, a 2-year residency, and BLS certification. Fluent English and strong communication are essential for engaging patients and teams.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree completed.
• Active podiatry license in the state of employment.
• Completion of a 2-year residency.
• BLS certification required within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders of the feet.
• Perform minor office surgery (nail avulsion, incisions, aspirations).
• Educate the public on foot care and prevention.
• Manage office operations: hiring, ordering, record-keeping.
• Prescribe treatments, devices, therapy, or surgery as needed.
• Refer to physicians if systemic disorders are suspected.

Skills

Fluent in English

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Fine motor skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)

Licensed to practice in the state of employment

2-year podiatry residency

BLS certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Job description

We’re unique. You should be, too. We’re changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy? We’re different than most primary care providers. We’re rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team. The Podiatrist is responsible for providing preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of problems affecting the feet, ankle and lower legs. Their specialist skills focus on tending infections, ailments, defects and injuries of the foot and lower leg, as well as treating foot and nail conditions related to major health disorders.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Treats bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet.
• Performs minor surgery in the office: partial nail avulsion, local abscess incision and drainage, simple aspirations of cysts.
• Educates the public about the benefits of foot care through techniques such as speaking engagements, advertising, and other forums.
• Performs administrative duties such as hiring employees, ordering supplies, and keeping records.
• Advises patients about treatments and foot care techniques necessary for prevention of future problems.
• Corrects deformities by means of plaster casts and strapping.
• Diagnoses diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
• Makes and fits prosthetic appliances.
• Prescribes medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
• Refers patients to physicians when symptoms indicative of systemic disorders, such as arthritis or diabetes, are observed in feet and legs.
• Other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Fluent in English.

EDUCATION / SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM).
• Graduated from an accredited college of podiatry with a valid, active license to practice in the state of employment.
• Completion of a two (2) year residency program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days of employment.

PAY RANGE

$189,593 - $270,847 Salary The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a bonuses or commissions.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

https://chenmed.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care. ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.

WHO WE ARE

ChenMed is a family-owned, family-oriented organization committed to bringing superior health care to moderate-to-low-income seniors.

OUR VISION

To positively change American healthcare through primary care innovation for the neediest populations.

OUR MISSION

To provide a convenient, patient-centered environment that fosters enduring relationships between doctors, staff and patients and delivers superior outcomes and a compassionate experience. We will create a healthcare system specifically for our patients' needs through dedicated doctors, a supportive team, and customized technology, and achieve value through scalable innovation, resourcefulness andaccountability.

OUR PATIENT PROMISE

You are the reason we are here. Your coordinated healthcare and well-being is our focus. Like a member of our family, we will take care of you in good times and in times of need.