Podiatrist

SUMMARY:
Working from a solutions-oriented approach, the staff Podiatrist treats a variety of foot and ankle ailments
including calluses, ingrown toenails, heel spurs, and arch problems as well as foot and leg problems associated
with diabetes and other diseases. These responsibilities include ensuring that podiatry is coordinated with the
other clinical departments of Gracelight Community Health (“Gracelight”) in providing patients with a Patient
Centered Medical Home. The position also serves as coach/mentor/trainer to other clinicians and clinical
support staff, giving guidance in best practices, troubleshooting of medical services and operations related to
Podiatry. The position reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer or designee.
As staff Podiatrist, the incumbent will perform routine procedures using independent professional judgment in
the practice of podiatry, within the scope of the laws of the state of California, the rules and regulations of the
California Board of Health, and the policies of Gracelight.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supports and implements the organization’s vision, mission and values.
2. Determines priorities and method of completing daily workload to ensure that all responsibilities are
carried out in a timely manner.
3. Performs all job functions in a professional and courteous manner. this includes answering all general
phone calls timely and providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
4. Supervises personnel to include screening, interviewing, hiring, disciplining and terminating. Guides,
directs, disciplines, coaches and motivates staff regarding work performance, problem solving and
decision making to ensure staff meets work standards. Conducts all aspects of supervision in a
professional, consistent and objective manner.
5. Performs job duties independently and exercises good judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

1. Completion of an accredited four-year post-graduate degree program, earning a Doctor of Podiatry (DPM) degree required. 
2. Licensure by the California Board of Heath to practice in the State of California required. 
3. Minimum of three years’ clinical work experience and two years’ experience managing a multi-provider practice preferred. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents, such as policies and procedures, benefits information, benefit surveys, board minutes, routine mail, simple contracts, and procedure manuals.  Ability to compose routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively with employees, visitors and management. Bilingual Spanish preferred. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.  Ability to apply common sense to daily situations that arise. Ability to make decision and execute timely in order to produce a positive outcome.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrates ability and flexibility to work in other areas of the organization as needed.
2. Adheres to company’s policies and procedures.
3. Current, valid Podiatrist license in the State of California’s Board of Podiatric medicine.
4. Current DEA license and CPR required.
5. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of and competency in management and supervisory functions.
6. Demonstrates knowledge of current compliance standards for federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
7. Maintains and promotes a safe work environment.
8. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
9. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word and Outlook.
10. Displays positive outlook on the job and promotes professional behavior always.
11. Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimum supervision.
12. Leadership skills to provide direction to the health center and inspire others.
13. Diplomacy skills to work effectively in politically sensitive situations.
14. Ability to manage time efficiently and follow through on duties to completion.
15. Understands and commits to maintaining highest level of confidentiality.
16. Demonstrated ability to build the trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, and other external contacts.
17. Excellent problem-solving skills required, including creativity, resourcefulness, timeliness, and technical knowledge related to analyzing and resolving medical problems.
18. Sensitivity to needs of culturally and linguistically diverse patient and employee population.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally life and/or move up to 30 pounds.  The employee is occasionally required to ascend and descend one flight of stairs.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is often low.  However, there are many times when there is a high ambient background noise of phones and multiple conversations.  Must be able to screen out the background noise to concentrate on the work at hand.