Podiatric Medicine Physician

Podiatric Physician

Upperline Health is the nation's largest provider dedicated to lower extremity, wound, and vascular care. Founded in 2017 with the ambitious goal of changing specialty care, Upperline Health delivers a more efficient path for patients to receive consistent and effective treatment for chronic illnesses.

Job Description

• Provide foot and ankle care in a clinic based in the beautiful town of Russell Springs, KY.
• Cover the entire gamut of foot and ankle medicine from comprehensive patient examination through surgical, non-surgical, and biomechanical management of all foot and ankle conditions.
• Assess patients presenting lower extremity complaints, review medical history, listen to patient concerns, perform physical examinations, order appropriate imaging or medical labs, and develop and implement a clinical plan of care.
• Provide care for podiatric patients including comprehensive examination, at-risk foot care, painful foot and ankle conditions, trauma, wound care, and surgical management when appropriate.
• Provide surgical services in the practice based on the scope, education, training, and experience of the physician.
• Administer advice and instructions on foot care and educate patients and families about general wellness care, medication usage, side effects, medical adherence, and prevention.
• Maintain patient medical records and documentation consistent with state regulations and Upperline Health standards and policy.
• Participate in continuing education as required by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.
• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.
• Other related duties as deemed necessary.

Requirements

• Degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine with appropriate certification and licensure is required.
• State license required; active license preferred or the ability to obtain within applicable timeframe.
• Board Qualified or Board Certified by the ABPM (American Board of Podiatric Medicine) and/or ABFAS (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery) Forefoot and Rearfoot /or RRA.
• Strong compassion for patients and their families.
• Possession of DEA registration or eligibility required.
• CPR certification expected, consistent with the requirements of the state Board of Podiatric Medicine.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure effective interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with uncapped bonus structure, including a sign-on bonus.
• Path to partnership.
• Competitive benefits including comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401K (matching), PTO, and parental leave.
• Medical malpractice, licensure, and board dues paid annually.
• CME expense allotment.
• Support providing relief from administrative burdens.
• Robust onboarding and rotational shadowing program for recent residency and fellowship graduates to effectively learn all aspects of business operations.
• Mentorship from top-tier podiatric physician leaders assisting with continuous professional development.
• Collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team providing holistic care to at-risk patients.

Working Hours

Monday-Friday

Full-time