Job Description
About Us
A Specialty Path to Good Health
Upperline Health is the nation s largest provider dedicated to lower extremity, wound and vascular care. Founded in 2017 with the ambitious goal of changing specialty care, Upperline Health delivers a more efficient path for patients to receive consistent and effective treatment for chronic illnesses.
Triage is temporary. Treatment is transformative. With over 130 podiatric medical and surgical clinics in 7 states, Upperline Health providers coordinate patients care among a team of specialists podiatric physicians and surgeons, advanced practice providers, care navigators, pharmacists, dieticians, and social workers for integrated treatment that addresses patients immediate and long-term health needs.
We put patients at the center of value-based care.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
- Be a pioneer for change by advancing the paradigm of how podiatric medicine and surgery is viewed across the medical landscape
- Mission driven culture and innovative team transforming specialty care
- Competitive compensation package with uncapped bonus structure, including a sign on bonus
- Path to partnership
- Competitive benefits comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401K (matching), PTO and parental leave
- Medical malpractice, licensure, and board dues paid annually
- CME expense allotment
- Support providing relief from administrative burdens
- Robust onboarding and rotational shadowing program for recent residency and fellowship graduates to effectively learn all aspects of the business operations
- Mentorship from top-tier podiatric physician leaders assisting with continuous professional development
- Collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team providing holistic care to at-risk patients
Job Responsibilities
About the Podiatric Physician
Upperline Health is seeking a well-trained Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) to provide foot and ankle care in a clinic based in the beautiful town of Columbus, Indiana.
This position will cover the entire gamut of foot and ankle medicine from the comprehensive patient examination through the surgical, non-surgical and biomechanical management of all foot and ankle conditions. The candidate must demonstrate compassion for patient needs, have great attention to detail and thrive in a collaborative environment.
As Upperline expands, this individual will be able to explore a wide range of career opportunities within the company.
What You ll Be Doing
• Our DPMs provide Upperline services in a clinic setting. Staff membership at the hospital will be expected.
• Assess the patients presenting lower extremity complaints, review his/her medical history, listen to the patients concerns, perform a physical examination, order the appropriate imaging or medical labs and then develop and implement a clinical plan of care
• Provide care for podiatric patients including comprehensive examination, with an all-encompassing approach to all aspects of foot and ankle care including at-risk foot care, painful foot and ankle conditions, trauma, wound care and surgical management when appropriate
• Provide Surgical services in the practice based on the scope, education, training and experience of the physician
• Administer advice and instructions on foot care and you will also educate patients and families about general wellness care, medication usage, side effects, medical adherence and prevention.
• Maintain patient medical records and medical documentation consistent with state regulations and Upperline Health standards and policy
• Participate in continuing education as required by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine
• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine
• Other related duties as deemed necessary
Qualifications
Experience and Qualifications
• Degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine with appropriate certification and licensure is required
• State license required Active license preferred or the ability to obtain within applicable timeframe
• Board Qualified or Board Certified by the ABPM (American Board of Podiatric Medicine) and/or ABFAS (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery) Forefoot and Rearfoot /or RRA
• Our DPMs must have strong compassion for our patients and their families
• Possession of DEA registration or eligibility required
• CPR certification expected, and consistent the requirements of the state Board of Podiatric Medicine
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure that each of your interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members is effective and meaningful
Working Hours
Monday-Friday
Full-time
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Relief, Immediate start, Relocation bonus, Monday to Friday,