Podiatrist - Mt Vernon, IL

Vitae Health Systems - About Vitae Health SystemsFounded in 2018, Vitae Health Systems is one of the country's largest and fastest-growing providers of clinical services to residents of Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Vitae currently operates in 12 states and is rapidly expanding throughout the USA.The PositionAs we continue to grow, we are looking for Podiatrists to provide Podiatric services to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the Chicagoland areaWhat You Will DoAs a Podiatrist, you will provide Podiatric care to Skilled Nursing residents, including but not limited to:Assessing and diagnosing foot, ankle, and lower leg problems through physical exams, x rays, medical laboratory tests, and other methodsProvide treatment for foot, ankle, and lower leg ailmentsAdvise, educate, and instruct patients on foot and ankle care and on general wellness techniques to improve mobility, independence, and quality of lifeCoordinate patient care in collaboration with other providers and the facility's interdisciplinary teamRefer patients to other providers or specialists if you detect larger health problems, such as diabetes or vascular diseaseOther Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrescribing necessary medications and treatmentsDeveloping and implementing patient management policies and proceduresFacilitating referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilitiesCommunicating with attending physicians and/or specialists regarding patient careBe comfortable and proficient with documentation and CPT codingWorking with Vitae will provide you with:A healthy work-life balance and flexibility. No need to work overnight shifts or weekends, however as a Vitae provider, you can always take off days during the week, and work weekends if you'd like.High referral volume with earning potential.CompensationOur Podiatrists are paid a percentage of revenue – the larger your caseload and workload, the more you can earn. More details will be shared during the interview process.Our RequirementsLicensure / Certification / Registration:Doctoral degree in Podiatric MedicineAbility to build rapport with patients and their loved onesAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong leadership experience with emphasis on teamwork in a healthcare settingEqual Employment Opportunity Employer[Vitae Health Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.