Join CareSouth, where your expertise as a Podiatrist will play a pivotal role in transforming community health. This onsite position allows you to make a lasting impact in Baton Rouge, Donaldsonville, and Plaquemine, working directly with patients in a warm, supportive environment. Experience the satisfaction of providing care that truly matters while being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and innovation. With a starting salary of $130,000, and compensation based on your experience, this role offers not just competitive pay but the chance to contribute to the health and wellbeing of diverse communities.

You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, 401k, Thirteen Paid Holidays, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and PTO. Enjoy the fulfillment of long-term practice, where you can continually grow and develop your skills while making a difference. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a relaxed yet high-performance culture at CareSouth.

What's your day like?

As a Staff Podiatrist at CareSouth, you will be integral to delivering exceptional patient care through direct diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions. Your responsibilities will include evaluating patients, developing tailored treatment plans, and executing procedures in a dynamic clinic environment. Furthermore, you will collaborate closely with support staff and various departments, ensuring a comprehensive approach to patient care.

This role requires a commitment to excellence and empathy, as you navigate the complexities of each patient's needs while fostering a culture of safety and innovation within the community health setting. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

Are you the Podiatrist we're looking for?

To thrive as a Staff Podiatrist at CareSouth, a blend of technical and interpersonal skills is essential. Strong diagnostic abilities for foot and ankle conditions are crucial, as is proficiency in preventive care and chronic disease management. Effective collaboration with other physicians and the medical support team will enhance patient outcomes and ensure cohesive care strategies. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems is vital for efficient documentation and communication. Additionally, a patient-centered approach, coupled with excellent communication and education skills, will enable you to empower patients and foster trust.

This position demands a proactive mindset, allowing you to address patient needs effectively while adhering to the highest standards of integrity and excellence in a community health setting.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Strong diagnostic skills for foot/ankle conditions. Competence in preventive care and chronic disease management. Ability to collaborate with other physicians and the medical support team. EMR proficiency. Patient-centered approach with excellent communication and education skills.

Will you join our team?

Apply now if you believe you are a good fit. 

Must possess a doctorate of podiatric medicine degree from an accredited college or university.  Must also possess an active DPM license.

About CareSouth Medical and Dental

CareSouth is a private non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides a comprehensive range of community-based medical, dental and behavioral health services. Our health center is guided by a consumer-majority volunteer board of directors. CareSouth's mission is to provide comprehensive, affordable, high quality health care with compassion and respect for all.

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