Here at SNAHC, you are joining a team and company at a time of growth and transformation. You will love being surrounded by people who are as passionate as you are about healthcare and giving back to the community.
Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company's sole discretion and the wage range for this role considers a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At SNAHC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $206,323.83-$279,144.01

*Part Time Opportunity - 2 days per week*

Position Summary:

The Podiatrist (POD) reports to the Medical Director and provides comprehensive, high quality, acute and chronic podiatric care, including health promotion and preventive care to a multicultural, multilingual patient population.

Essential Functions:

• Diagnoses and treats foot diseases and deformities, including but not limited to, ulcers, skin or nail diseases, congenital or acquired deformities such as corns, calluses, in-grown nails, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, ulcerations, infections, and abscesses.
• Prescribes and/or dispense medications, corrective footwear, supportive stockings and braces and can fabricate or fit prosthetic appliances.
• Advises patients concerning continued treatment of disorders and proper foot care to prevent recurrence.
• Refers patients to other healthcare provides when symptoms observed in feet and legs indicate systemic disorders.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations, board certification, and professional licenses.
• May train podiatry students, interns, and residents within healthcare settings.
• Accepts internal and external referrals of patients.
• Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to position including HIPAA, sexual harassment, scope of practice, OSHA, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent computer skills, preferably with Windows, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent telephone and communication skills
• Must possess excellent organizational, writing, and verbal skills.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to demonstrate superior professionalism when dealing with patients, subordinates, colleagues, community members and vendors.
• Ability to collaborate and convene across sectors and organizational levels.

Competencies:

• Communication and Relationships
• Initiative
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety
• Teamwork
• Clinical Procedures
• Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Patient Experience
• Quality Improvement and Productivity
• Treatment Documentation

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited School of Podiatry.
• Documented completion of a residency from an accredited institution specializing in Podiatry.
• Board certified in Podiatry and licensed to practice Podiatry in the State of California.
• Eligible to obtain CS and DEA registration as required.
• Able to chart visits comprehensively and complete E&M coding in compliance with medical coding standards.
• Care and compassion in working with low income, indigent, and/or substance abusing individuals; Skill in working with people of varied social, ethnic and economic backgrounds.
• Experience with Nextgen or other electronic health record system.
• Experience in a nonprofit and community clinic setting.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with SNAHC policy. Applicants claiming Indian Preference are encouraged to submit verification of Indian certified by tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition or physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other non-merit factors.

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc. abides by the mandates of the ADEA (protecting individuals 40 years and older) and considers age a non- merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations.

Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA):Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc. abides by the mandates of the ADA and considers disability a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations. Furthermore, SNAHC will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrangements to accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Applicants and employees may request an accommodation of a physical or mental disability at any time in the application process or during employment

Note to Applicants: Please be advised that you may be asked to get a Department of Justice Fingerprinting clearance as a contingency for an offer of employment. Criminal clearances are obtained to protect the welfare and safety of clients receiving services at SNAHC.

As a condition of employment, all Sacramento Native American Health Center employees agree to a Covid-19 vaccination except where otherwise prohibited or where other legal exemption by law is allowed.

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Education

• Medical Doctor or better in Other

Licenses & Certifications

• Podiatry License
• DEA Certification

Skills

• Communication Skills
• Maintain high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to work independently
• Organizational, writing & Verbal Skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to set priorities