Podiatrist (Nursing Home)

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care is looking for a licensed Podiatry Physician (DPM) or MD/DO to provide on-site podiatric care in nursing facilities in New York. In this role, you will diagnose and manage various foot and ankle disorders, perform essential procedures, and work with healthcare teams to enhance resident care.

The ideal candidate will hold a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine or MD/DO, possess a valid New York license, and have experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings. Join us in serving a diverse population!

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted New York State license.
• DEA registration if applicable.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified preferred.
• Experience in SNF/LTC or post-acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site podiatry consultations in SNF/LTC settings.
• Diagnose and manage foot and ankle disorders.
• Perform podiatric procedures as indicated.
• Evaluate gait abnormalities and mobility issues.
• Educate residents on foot hygiene and preventive care.

Skills

Podiatry consultations

Diagnosis of foot disorders

Podiatric procedures

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Patient education

Education

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) or MD/DO

Completion of accredited residency program

Job description

We are seeking a licensed Podiatry Physician (DPM) or appropriately trained Physician (MD/DO) to provide on-site podiatric care to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site podiatry consultations in SNF/LTC settings
• Diagnose and manage foot and ankle disorders including diabetic foot disease, ulcers, infections, and nail pathology
• Perform podiatric procedures including nail debridement, callus care, wound debridement, and minor surgical procedures as indicated
• Evaluate gait abnormalities, biomechanical issues, and deformities impacting mobility and fall risk
• Collaborate with nursing, wound care teams, therapy, and primary providers to prevent complications
• Educate residents and caregivers on foot hygiene, preventive care, and footwear recommendations
• Ensure accurate, timely, and regulatory-compliant documentation in EMR systems

Qualifications

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from an accredited school of podiatric medicine OR MD/DO with podiatric scope of practice
• Completion of an accredited podiatric residency program preferred
• Active and unrestricted New York State license
• DEA registration (if applicable)
• Board Eligible or Board Certified (preferred)
• Experience in SNF/LTC or post-acute care settings preferred

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.