Podiatrist (Birmingham, AL)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Podiatric Medicine
Degree Required DPM
Position Type Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Long-Term Care/Facility
Location Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/08/24

Become an Assembler! We are looking for a Podiatrist to join our SNF Clinical Provider division at Preferred Podiatry Group, an Assembly Health Company. If you are looking for a company that is focused on being the best in the industry, love being challenged, and make a direct impact on our business, then look no further! We are adding to our motivated team that pride themselves on being client-focused, biased to action, improving together, and insistent on excellence and integrity.

Our company offers full-time (W-2) and part-time (1099) employment. These positions report to our Executive Medical Director.

What our Podiatrists do

  • Provide clinical care to patients in long-term care, nursing home, skilled nursing, independent living, and assisted living facilities.
  • Assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate abnormalities and diseases related to the foot and lower limb.
  • Provide treatment for high-risk patient groups including the elderly and infirm.
  • Utilize diabetic shoes and insoles to prevent wounds and immobility. Deliver foot health education.
  • Understand the mechanics of the body to preserve, restore and develop movement.
  • Be a part of the nursing facility healthcare team to provide the best outcome for the patient.
  • Participate in Medicare mandated quality measure programs to demonstrate the highest quality of care to our patients and nursing facilities.
  • Other tasks and projects as needed.

What it takes to join the family

  • DPM Degree required. State licensure will be discussed further.
  • Experience working in the LTC or Nursing Home facility space preferred.
  • BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required upon hire
  • ACLS/BLS Tier 2-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - Multisource preferred
  • Ability to function well in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.
  • Ability to bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 15 pounds at times.

Why PPG?

  • Be part of something special! We are growing both organically and through acquisitions.
  • Ongoing training and development programs
  • An environment that values transparency
  • Virtual and in-person events to connect with your team.
  • On-site training with a seasoned physician.
  • Flexibility – pick your schedule and we build it. Assigned support staff that handles all scheduling, customer service, and orders medical supplies.
  • Company iPad for the NextGen EMR. Internal billing and credentialing resources. Mileage reimbursement.
  • Competitive compensation so the only limit in place is how often you choose to practice. Competitive Benefit Packages available for W-2 full-time providers.
  • Freedom to work autonomously in a long-term care facility with guaranteed patients from the start.
  • Work-life balance that allows you to maintain a great career including full time or part time schedule – completely up to you!