Podiatrist

PodiatristCommunity Health Centers of America is hiring for a Podiatrist to work in our clinics and contracted long-term care facilities in the Sacramento, CA area. Community Health Centers of America is a premier multi-specialty group focused on improving the health of the community through excellence in clinical care. Our goal is to provide better care to the patient with a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment for its healthcare professionals.We are seeking a skilled Podiatrist to join our medical team. The ideal candidate will provide specialized care for foot and ankle conditions, ensuring the highest quality of patient care in clinics and partner nursing facilities.DutiesDiagnose and treat various foot, ankle, and lower extremity conditionsPerform surgical procedures related to podiatric careProvide wound care and managementPrescribe medications and orthotic devicesEducate patients on foot health and preventive careCollaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomesOur healthcare professionals enjoy competitive benefits, including:Highly competitive salaries with benefits, a 401(k) plan, and CME allowanceManageable work schedules, providers are not required to work evenings or weekendsNight/Weekend call coverage!Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionalsA professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuityA career with administrative freedom - appropriate support staff is suppliedAccess to charting system that has been designed for quick and easy billing. Dictation available.Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference in the lives of our patients through expert podiatric care.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insuranceLoan forgivenessMalpractice insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programRelocation assistanceVision insuranceWillingness to travel:25% (Preferred)Work Location: In personRequirementsDoctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited schoolCompletion of a Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency programBoard certification or eligibility in PodiatryState licensure to practice PodiatryStrong knowledge in areas such as dermatology, rheumatology, plastic surgery, and pathologyExperience in critical care procedures including catheterization, phlebotomy, ventilation, and dermabrasion techniquesPrevious experience working in a teaching hospital or senior care facility is advantageousLicenses/Certifications: Appropriate certifications and/or licensuresCurrent BLS/ACLS requiredCurrent DEA requiredIn depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practicesSkillsExcellent verbal and written communicationActive listening and active learningFlexibility to work with a variety of people, differing in ages, personalities, and backgroundsTime management skills to be able to see a high number of patientsInterpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleaguesCritical thinkingSocial perceptivenessComplex problem solvingRespect patient confidentiality