What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Director - Podiatry position at HealthEcareers - Client?
Definition : Under supervision of the Division Chief of Specialty Care this position will be responsible for the clinical and managerial oversite of the podiatry service line. Primary responsibilities of this position include providing podiatry services to patients as well as overall management of the day-to-day clinical operations of the podiatry division, maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, ensuring continuity and consistency in delivery and quality of services, training and development of staff, development and implementation of programs to enhance patient satisfaction, and establishment of a climate necessary for continuous improvement. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.
Clinical Tasks :
- Diagnoses, treats, manages, or prescribes treatment of the foot, ankle, and other related structures using medical histories, physical examinations, medications, imaging, and laboratory test results for pediatric and adult patients.
- Performs office procedures and wound care to foot, ankle, and related structures.
- Provides and performs foot, ankle, and related structure surgeries at an ambulatory surgical center within the scope of practice.
- Practices effective infection control procedures.
- Provides advice on appropriate footwear and foot care to clients.
- Assesses, plans, implements, and manages appropriate interventions of the foot, ankle, and other related structures for clients with chronic disease / conditions such as diabetes, rheumatology, and peripheral arterial disease.
- Delivers preliminary diagnosis to patients and directs, prescribes, or provides a full treatment regimen, including health education, health maintenance, prescription medications, and follow-up services.
- Consults with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, wound specialties, and other health care provides on the care of patients.
- Prescribes medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery and sets fractures.
- Advises patients about treatments and foot care techniques to prevent future problems.
- Records all diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions.
- Prepares, maintains, and updates electronic medical records in accordance with clinic guidelines and organizational needs.
- Contributes to the evaluation of clinic programs and quality improvement through participation, development, and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
- Attends and contributes to all required meetings / consultations including general and clinic staff meetings, and all specialized committee / program meetings.
- Works in conjunction with clinic leadership to ensure all required medical reports are completed in a timely manner.
- Completes special assignments to upgrade clinical quality of care and administration as assigned.
Administrative Tasks :
Minimum Qualifications :
Education & Experience : Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from a school of podiatric medicine accredited by the American Podiatric Medical Association’s Council on Podiatric Medical Education (APMA) at the time the degree was obtained. Must have a current, valid Arizona license to practice podiatry AND a minimum of five (5) years’ full-time experience as a licensed Podiatrist AND a minimum of two (2) years’ in a leadership role as a podiatrist AND a current (within last 2 years) surgical practice at an ambulatory surgical center AND experience overseeing a limb salvage program.
Preferred :
Compensation Information :
202197.00 / Annually - $303293.00 / Annually
Salary : $202,197 - $303,293