Kings County House Calls
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Podiatrist to join our healthcare team. The ideal Podiatrist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of foot and ankle conditions, providing exceptional patient care, and contributing to the overall health and well-being of our patients. This role involves traveling from patient’s house to house within Brooklyn, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work directly within patients' homes. It requires a strong commitment to patient service and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. If you are a Podiatrist passionate about providing quality care in a unique home-based setting, we encourage you to apply. About Kings County House Calls
At Kings County House Calls, we are passionate about providing high-quality healthcare services in the comfort of our patients\' homes. Our mission is to deliver personalized, compassionate care to individuals who may have difficulty visiting a clinic or healthcare facility. We believe that healthcare should be convenient, accessible, and patient-centered. Our team of dedicated professionals, including skilled Podiatrists, works closely with each patient to ensure their unique needs are met with the utmost care and attention. We pride ourselves on offering a supportive and comfortable environment for our patients, helping them maintain their health and well-being in the place where they feel most at ease—their own home. Duties
Conduct comprehensive foot and ankle examinations to diagnose and treat conditions such as fractures, infections, wounds, deformities, and chronic disease complications. Develop and implement treatment plans based on patient history, condition, and lifestyle. Provide wound care management, including diabetic foot ulcers, vascular issues, and infection control. Perform minor and corrective surgical procedures as indicated for foot and ankle pathologies. Prescribe medications, orthotics, prosthetics, and therapeutic interventions as clinically appropriate. Monitor and manage patients with systemic conditions (e.g., diabetes, vascular disease, arthritis) that impact podiatric health. Educate patients and families on preventive foot care, chronic disease management, and mobility preservation. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, multidisciplinary care. Identify and appropriately refer patients to specialists for advanced care when necessary. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with EMR/EHR systems, HIPAA, and organizational policies. Adhere to infection control and safety protocols when delivering care in varied home settings. Recognize and respond to urgent/emergent conditions, initiating escalation protocols when required. Travel daily between patients’ homes in Brooklyn; reliable transportation is required. Skills and Qualifications
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited program. Licensed (or license-eligible) Podiatrist in New York State. Valid DEA license (or eligibility) for prescribing medications. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Podiatric Medicine and/or Surgery (preferred). 1–3 years of clinical experience; prior home-based, community health, or hospital experience preferred. Strong diagnostic, surgical, and wound-care management skills. Proficiency in radiology for interpreting X-rays and other imaging studies. Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems and medical documentation. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cultural-competency skills for working with a diverse patient population. Experience in dementia care as it relates to patient communication and understanding. Familiarity with systemic health issues (e.g., diabetes, vascular, gastroenterology) that may impact podiatric health. Experience working in or with a Level I Trauma Center (preferred). Ability to travel daily throughout Brooklyn with required medical equipment. Job Type
Full-time Schedule
Flexible; Monday - Sunday Pay Rate
$150,000 - $170,000 Join our team at Kings County House Calls, where your expertise as a Podiatrist will make a significant impact on the lives of our patients, and you will have the rewarding experience of providing care directly in the comfort of their homes throughout Brooklyn!
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We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Podiatrist to join our healthcare team. The ideal Podiatrist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of foot and ankle conditions, providing exceptional patient care, and contributing to the overall health and well-being of our patients. This role involves traveling from patient’s house to house within Brooklyn, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work directly within patients' homes. It requires a strong commitment to patient service and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. If you are a Podiatrist passionate about providing quality care in a unique home-based setting, we encourage you to apply. About Kings County House Calls
At Kings County House Calls, we are passionate about providing high-quality healthcare services in the comfort of our patients\' homes. Our mission is to deliver personalized, compassionate care to individuals who may have difficulty visiting a clinic or healthcare facility. We believe that healthcare should be convenient, accessible, and patient-centered. Our team of dedicated professionals, including skilled Podiatrists, works closely with each patient to ensure their unique needs are met with the utmost care and attention. We pride ourselves on offering a supportive and comfortable environment for our patients, helping them maintain their health and well-being in the place where they feel most at ease—their own home. Duties
Conduct comprehensive foot and ankle examinations to diagnose and treat conditions such as fractures, infections, wounds, deformities, and chronic disease complications. Develop and implement treatment plans based on patient history, condition, and lifestyle. Provide wound care management, including diabetic foot ulcers, vascular issues, and infection control. Perform minor and corrective surgical procedures as indicated for foot and ankle pathologies. Prescribe medications, orthotics, prosthetics, and therapeutic interventions as clinically appropriate. Monitor and manage patients with systemic conditions (e.g., diabetes, vascular disease, arthritis) that impact podiatric health. Educate patients and families on preventive foot care, chronic disease management, and mobility preservation. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, multidisciplinary care. Identify and appropriately refer patients to specialists for advanced care when necessary. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with EMR/EHR systems, HIPAA, and organizational policies. Adhere to infection control and safety protocols when delivering care in varied home settings. Recognize and respond to urgent/emergent conditions, initiating escalation protocols when required. Travel daily between patients’ homes in Brooklyn; reliable transportation is required. Skills and Qualifications
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited program. Licensed (or license-eligible) Podiatrist in New York State. Valid DEA license (or eligibility) for prescribing medications. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Podiatric Medicine and/or Surgery (preferred). 1–3 years of clinical experience; prior home-based, community health, or hospital experience preferred. Strong diagnostic, surgical, and wound-care management skills. Proficiency in radiology for interpreting X-rays and other imaging studies. Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems and medical documentation. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cultural-competency skills for working with a diverse patient population. Experience in dementia care as it relates to patient communication and understanding. Familiarity with systemic health issues (e.g., diabetes, vascular, gastroenterology) that may impact podiatric health. Experience working in or with a Level I Trauma Center (preferred). Ability to travel daily throughout Brooklyn with required medical equipment. Job Type
Full-time Schedule
Flexible; Monday - Sunday Pay Rate
$150,000 - $170,000 Join our team at Kings County House Calls, where your expertise as a Podiatrist will make a significant impact on the lives of our patients, and you will have the rewarding experience of providing care directly in the comfort of their homes throughout Brooklyn!
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