Full-time or Part-time Podiatrist Job at Aledade in Baltimore

Position: Full-time or Part-time Podiatrist

Location: Saluja Medical Associates

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine
• Familiar with all types of foot problems including genetic abnormalities and deformities
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well both with children and the elderly
• Empathy and patience when dealing with serious diseases

Benefits

• Salary- Based on experience

Responsibilities

• The Podiatrist will diagnose and treat minor or serious injuries and diseases of the feet, ankles and the lower part of legs
• Podiatrist responsibilities include conducting foot and ankle surgeries, prescribing orthotics and applying therapeutic treatments for issues like arthritis, fractures and feet corn and calluses
• Diagnose disorders of the feet and ankles such as bunions, calluses, corns, fungal infection of the skin, nails, ankle pronation, gait abnormalities, heel spurs, arch deformities, and ingrown toenails
• Make referrals to other medical specialties if symptoms suggest severe illnesses such as diabetes or kidney disease
• Make foot casts for custom orthotics
• Prescribe corrective shoes and braces to treat gait and balance issues
• Consult with patients about preventative foot care
• Diabetic foot care such as nail trims, callus removal, peripheral neuropathy testing, skin ulcer treatment and amputation
• Use various podiatric techniques (like casting and laser therapy) to treat deformities and ailments
• Prescribe joint pain relief medication and foot orthoses that improve mobility
• Review patients’ medical history
• Order additional medical tests (like X-rays, ultrasounds and bone density tests) to form a better diagnosis if necessary

Please note this position is posted on behalf of our partner practices. This individual will be working at the specific practice that is mentioned in the above details and will not be a direct employee of Aledade, Inc. so will therefore not be eligible for the benefits available to Aledade employees.

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