Podiatric Physician & Surgeon

Description

Department: Providers

Classification: Full-Time

Schedule: Per assigned clinic and surgery template, Monday–Friday

Location: Assigned Clear Choice Dermatology clinic(s), Washington, and affiliated hospital / surgery center

Reports To: Chief Medical Officer / Medical Director (clinical); Regional Manager (administrative)

FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Board Certified Podiatric Physician & Surgeon provides specialized medical and surgical foot and ankle care to patients at Clear Choice Dermatology Washington clinics. Working alongside CCD dermatologists, Mohs surgeons, and advanced practice providers, the podiatrist diagnoses and treats foot and ankle conditions, including skin and nail disorders of the foot, diabetic and wound care, and conditions that need surgical correction, and helps CCD offer complete care for patients whose skin and foot problems overlap.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Foot & Ankle Care

• Diagnose and treat a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including injuries, deformities, infections, and chronic diseases
• Evaluate and treat skin and nail conditions of the foot, such as onychomycosis, ingrown and dystrophic nails, plantar warts, corns and calluses, tinea pedis, and suspicious pigmented lesions, in coordination with CCD dermatologists
• Provide diabetic foot exams, at-risk foot care, and treatment of foot ulcers and wounds, including debridement and offloading
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including imaging, vascular studies, labs, cultures, and biopsies
• Develop individualized treatment plans, prescribe medications, and order orthotics, footwear, and durable medical equipment

Surgical Care

• Perform in-office procedures, such as nail avulsions and matrixectomies, biopsies, excisions, injections, and wound debridement
• Perform foot and ankle surgery within the scope of license, board certification, and facility privileges, such as bunion correction, hammertoe repair, and heel and soft-tissue procedures
• Provide pre-operative evaluation, informed consent, and post-operative care, and manage surgical complications
• Obtain and maintain privileges at affiliated hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers as required

Patient Education & Collaboration

• Educate patients on foot health, preventive care, diabetic foot care, and post-treatment rehabilitation
• Collaborate with dermatologists, Mohs surgeons, wound care providers, primary care, vascular, and other specialists, and track referral loop closure
• Supervise or collaborate with Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and clinical staff as assigned and as permitted by Washington law
• Help develop and grow CCD's podiatry service, including workflows, supplies, and staff training

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in the EHR (EMA / Modernizing Medicine) and close charts within CCD timelines
• Select accurate diagnosis and procedure codes to support compliant billing, including podiatry-specific coverage rules such as routine foot care criteria
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, infection control, and CCD clinical policies and protocols at all times
• Stay current with advancements in podiatric medicine and surgical techniques, and complete continuing education required for licensure and board certification

WHY JOIN CLEAR CHOICE DERMATOLOGY

Join our team dedicated to improving foot health and enhancing patient quality of life. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.

Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education & Licensure

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited college of podiatric medicine
• Completion of a CPME-approved podiatric medicine and surgery residency
• Board certification by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and/or the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM), or board qualified with certification within the board's required timeframe
• Active, unrestricted Washington podiatric physician and surgeon license issued by the Washington Podiatric Medical Board (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• Active DEA registration for Washington (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to be credentialed with CCD's contracted insurance plans and to obtain hospital / surgery center privileges

Experience

• Proven experience in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle conditions and in podiatric surgical procedures
• Experience with diabetic foot care and wound management preferred
• Experience working with dermatology or a multidisciplinary specialty group preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and patient management skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with EHR documentation; EMA / Modernizing Medicine preferred
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and compassionate, patient-centered care

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods, including during surgery
• Fine motor skills and manual dexterity sufficient to perform surgical and in-office procedures
• Visual acuity (correctable) sufficient for close clinical examination
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs and assisting patients with positioning

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in outpatient clinic, procedure room, hospital, and ambulatory surgery center settings
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious materials, sharps, and radiation from imaging; PPE and OSHA protocols are required
• May be assigned to, or asked to cover, more than one CCD clinic location in Washington; travel to affiliated surgical facilities is required
• Occasional extended hours based on surgical schedule and patient needs

WORK STANDARDS

• Arrive prepared to begin the scheduled clinic or surgery template on time
• Complete and sign all documentation within practice-established timelines
• Maintain active Washington licensure, board certification, DEA registration, and facility privileges, and notify HR / Credentialing of any change in status
• Complete all required CCD trainings (including HIPAA and OSHA) by assigned due dates
• Represent Clear Choice Dermatology with professionalism, integrity, and a genuine commitment to patient satisfaction