Associte Podiatrist

Location: Lancaster, CA (Coverage Area: North LA & East LA)

Job Type: Part-Time / Independent Contractor (1099) Settings: Nursing Homes / Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)

Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and self-motivated Mobile Podiatristbased in or near Lancaster, CA, to provide high-quality foot and ankle care to patients in Nursing Homes across the North Los Angeles and East Los Angeles areas. This role is ideal for a practitioner looking for schedule flexibility while delivering essential podiatric services to the geriatric population. Reliable personal transportation and willingness to commute between designated facilities are required.

Key Responsibilities: Comprehensive Evaluations: Perform initial and ongoing podiatric evaluations and assessments for residents in assigned nursing facilities. Routine Foot Care: Provide non-traumatic routine toenail trimming/debridement, callus/corn management, and routine care for high-risk patients (e.g., diabetic foot care). Minor Procedures: Perform infrequent in-office/bedside minor procedures, such as conservative or minor surgical treatment for ingrown toenails. Wound Care: Manage infrequent minor podiatric wounds and ulcers according to facility protocols and physician orders. Documentation & Compliance: Timely and accurate documentation of patient encounters and treatment plans in accordance with facility and Medicare/insurance guidelines. Facility Collaboration: Coordinate effectively with nursing staff, facility directors, and attending physicians regarding patient care plans.

Education: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited podiatric medical school. Licensure: Active and unencumbered California Podiatric Medical License.

Certifications: Active DEA License (preferred) and BLS/CPR certification. Transportation: Must possess a reliable personal vehicle, valid California driver's license, and active auto insurance for commuting across North LA & East LA regions.

Experience: Experience in geriatric care, long-term care settings, or mobile podiatry is highly desirable, but reliable and efficient compassionate practitioners are encouraged to apply.

Skills: Excellent communication, patient rapport-building, and strong time-management skills. Benefits / Schedule

Flexible Hours: Autonomy over your daily schedule within facility visiting hours.

Competitive Compensation: Competitive pay rate per patient / facility visit (Competitive Per Diem / Fee-for-Service or Hourly options). Travel Flexibility: Route planned to optimize drive times across assigned facilities.