Podiatrist, DPM Community Health Center
Job in
Cranston, Providence County, Rhode Island, 02910, USA
Listing for:
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
-
Doctor/Physician
Medical Doctor, Healthcare Consultant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly
USD
80000.00
100000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Podiatrist, DPM for Community Health Center
Providence Community Health Center is hiring a Podiatrist
The Podiatrist (Medical/Surgical) focuses on evaluation and treatment of diseases of the foot and ankle with emphasis in health and conditions affecting the lower extremities. The care provided will be inclusive of initial assessment, minor procedures and procedures that require operative treatment in the hospital as well as appropriate triage where necessary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES Clinical Knowledge
Demonstratesknowledgeofetiologies,riskfactors,pathophysiology,presentationandepidemiologyofmedical conditions.Performshistoryandphysicalassessmentsofpatientsthatare accurate,complete,concise,relevantandappropriatefor age, gender and clinical problem.Ordersappropriatediagnosticstudiesandcorrectlyinterpretstheresults.Utilizescriticalthinkingtosynthesizeandanalyzecollecteddata.Develops,implements,evaluatesandalterstheplanofcareasneeded.Managesgeneralmedicalandsurgicalconditionsbasedonknowledgeoftheindications,contraindications,side effects, interactions and adverse reactions of pharmacologic agents and other relevant treatment modalities.Counselsandeducatespatientsandfamilies.Demonstratesproficiencyinproceduralskillspertinenttopracticearea.Maintains accurate,complete,conciseandtimelydocumentationintheelectronicmedicalrecord.Patient Care
Providescarethatispatientandfamilycentered,compassionate,appropriateandeffectiveforthepromotionofhealth, prevention of illness and treatment of disease throughout the lifespan.Facilitates consistent,coordinatedcareandclearcommunicationamongallmembersofthehealthcareteam.Incorporatesthepatientandfamilyincareplanningandtreatmentacrosssettings.Servesasanadvocateforpatientsandfamiliesinnavigatingthehealthcaresystem.Practice Based Learning and Clinical Improvement
Demonstratesinsightintoownstrengths,limitationsandknowledgedeficits.Demonstratesinitiativetomeetidentifiedlearningneedsusingmultipleresources.Activelyparticipatesinself-evaluationbyseekingandutilizingguidanceandconstructivefeedbackinaprofessional manner.Continuouslyseeksopportunitiesforclinicaladvancementandknowledgeandskillattainment.Communication and
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Communicatesandcollaborateseffectivelywithphysicians,otherhealthprofessionalsandhealthrelatedagencies.Workseffectivelywithmultidisciplinaryteammembers.Promotesmutualrespectandtrustworkingwithinateammodel.Communicateseffectivelywithpatientsandfamilies,incorporating gender,age,culture,race,religion,disabilities and sexual orientation.ProfessionalismFollowsethicalprinciplesregardingpatientconfidentiality,informedconsentandunanticipatedadverseoutcomes.Demonstratesthehighestlevelofaccountabilityforprofessionalpractice.Participatesineducationofstudentsandotherhealthcareprofessionals.Maintainseffectivenesswherecircumstancesandprioritiesarechanging.
Is flexible,resilient and change oriented.Welcomesandparticipatesinopportunitiestoadvancethemissionof
PCHCthroughservice,scholarship,science and social responsibility.Participatesinorganizationalanddepartmentalmeetings,educational opportunities,committeesandworkgroupsas necessary.Systems Based Practice
Considers cost effectiveness and risk/benefit analysis when making decisions about patient care.Uses evidenced-basedmedicinetosystematicallyanalyzeandimprovepatientcarepractices.Participatesinqualityinitiative/performance activities.Participatesindevelopment,evaluatesandimplementsstandardsofcarewithinareaofspecialization(policies, protocols, etc).Podiatry Specific Practice Attributes
Providesconsultativecaretoall PCHC providers.Weekday,officehouravailabilityforpatientassessment.Coordinationofcareforpatientswithoperativeneeds.Coordinationofcareforpatientswithwoundneeds.General Attributes
Provides in-service training sessions for other PCHC staff, as necessary such as the NP Residency program.Attend PCHC staff meetings, unless direct patient duties prevent such attendance.Must obtain and maintain appropriate hospital privileges according to PCHC policies and procedures.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
QUALIFICATIONS Education
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) required. Active Rhode Island Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) license Drug Enforcement Agency license.…
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