Summary
OUR MISSION:
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families - caregivers - and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans?
Duties:
Discover Rolla a vibrant mix of outdoor adventure - family fun - unique shopping - and great local eats
From splashing around at Splash Zone Waterpark and exploring scenic trails and play areas at Rolla Lions Club Den & Park to browsing treasures at the Rolla Antique Mall - there's always something to enjoy
Rolla's charming downtown brings food - music - markets - and Route 66 energy together - making it easy to savor local dining and weekend entertainment
Whether you're looking for relaxation - recreation - or a taste of small-town charm - Rolla has something for everyone
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8-430 Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Podiatrist Scope of Duties - Rolla Provide podiatric services in outpatient and telehealth settings - including the diagnosis/treatment/management of podiatric medical and surgical disorders and conditions
Perform podiatric procedures in the office setting
Perform clinical review - triage - and management of podiatric consults
Ensure accurate and timely medical record documentation
Development and use of devices which disperse or remove weight bearing from certain parts of the foot which are ulcerated or painful together with necessary local care of local pathology
Identification/treatment of "static" foot problems (e.g
heel pain - flatfoot deformity - hammer toes) - by performance of bio mechanical evaluation of the lower extremities and utilization of highly specific devices which place the foot or digits in a more functional position and redistribute weight bearing to reduce or eliminate discomfort - ulceration
Care of corns - calluses and pedal ulceration
Care of deformed - painful and/or infected nails which may result in significant extension of infection - ulceration - disability - or gangrene
particularly in patients predisposed to infection or its extension by systemic disease (diabetes mellitus)
Participating in committees - peer review process - and other administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Chief of Podiatry - Chief of Surgery - or other leadership designee.
