Clinical Director - Podiatry

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.Thisjob class is treated as FLSAExempt.

Essential Functions:  Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks and other characteristics.  This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

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:

• Provides clinical supervision of podiatry providers and works closely with dyad leadership to oversee the day-today administration of the podiatry division. 
• Serves as a communication liaison with the Chief of Specialty Care, Practice Manager, providers, staff and technicians. 
• Assists Practice Manger in formulating and adhering to division budgets.
• Develop a limb salvage program
• Develop standard operating procedures for podiatry
• Maintains a Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) access, monitors division for compliance, implement improvement plans, review and audit staff for quality performance.
• Provide technical training, instructions, job techniques to subordinate staff, plan and works with operational leadership to assign work assignments, work schedules, improve workflow, and increase productivity.
• Maintains assigned clinic area oversite by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing operational policies and procedures.
• Resolving conflicts among provider staff and between provider staff and patients and works with dyad leadership to resolve any conflicts among staff and between staff and patients. 
• Participate in the writing and interpreting HHS & RPHC policies and procedures
• Develops staff goals and objectives for evaluation, evaluates performance of assigned department staff and conducts timely performance evaluations (EPAR’s)
• Follows all departmental and Community policies and procedures
• Maintains department direction with River People Health Center objectives on standards of operations including monitoring productivity and revenue projections. 
• Evaluates processes and procedures within scope of the assigned clinic area operations for quality workflow processes, recommends changes to meet the organizational goals, 
• Responsible for periodic reporting of key performance indicators to executive team and the Quality Committee. 
• Works with the revenue cycle team to identify reimbursement issues and takes timely steps to resolve,
• Observes policies, procedures and guidelines with respect to the HHS and RPHC’s protocols.
• Ensures staff are qualified and trained with tools to support successful execution of their duties,
• Assigns and directs the daily workflows and associated clinic area activities
• Ensure all patient interactions will be conducted in accordance to HIPPA regulations to maintain patient confidence and protect confidential information.
• Maintain current and updated professional knowledge and proficiency of the scope of service of assigned clinic area through continuing education, staff meetings, training and conferences, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of evidenced based podiatry assessment and restorative interventions.
• Knowledge of conservative and surgical management of the lower extremity, diabetic limb salvage, wound care, fracture care, infection management, comprehensive diabetic foot evaluations, diabetic shoe and diabetic insole consults.
• Knowledge of and absolute commitment to the principles and practices of infection control, regulations and procedures. 
• Knowledge of the culture, customs, traditions, history and government of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of contemporary podiatry techniques and healthcare issues, and ensure all clinical practice is in accordance with the relevant legislative requirements, professional code of ethics, professional code of conduct and available evidence.
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of the IHS formulary and policies.

• Skill in determining the appropriate evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of podiatry patients.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clinic staff, the community and health care providers. 
• Skill with verbal and written communication and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, clients, families, community groups and health professionals.
• Skill managing various employee types in stressful situations.

• Ability to provide quality patient care by delivering evidenced based podiatry interventions through the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of foot problems.
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse populations, and be willing to provide instruction to patients.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and for reviewing and verifying accuracy of data.
• Ability to organize and follow one's own work schedule (i.e. setting priorities, being available during work hours, and meeting critical deadlines).
• Ability to treat all kinds of patients with kindness and discretion from young children to the elderly
• Ability to use effective conflict resolution skills and to be the forefront of disputes between patients and providers, or patients. Include the ability quickly mediate and resolve issues in a respectful manner and in an environment where patients are in a vulnerable and potentially reactive position.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with SRPMIC co-workers ,all healthcare staff and especially with patients and their families.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use effective time management skills, including simultaneously oversee numerous aspects of the day-to-day operation, effectively prioritizing tasks, making and adhering to deadlines, and assisting other staff with their work.
• Ability to deliver effective education, training, and presentations on technical medical subjects to large and/or small groups of various educational and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues and maintain appropriate, professional and confidential relationships.
• Ability to incorporate cultural differences, health beliefs and learning styles.
• Ability to develop and implement program protocols as well as identify and address programmatic problems.
• Ability to operate variety of standard office equipment including cellular phone, photocopier, FAX machine, label printer and computer.
• Ability to lift and carry 10lbs.

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. 

• Certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) preferred
• Certified through the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) optional
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.

Preferred:  

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

May be required to work outside normal work hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. 

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods: 

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date. 

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted. 

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

Salary : $202,197 - $303,293