NP (Nurse Practitioner) Podiatry
Coupeville, WA - USA
Job Summary
This full-time on-site position offers an excellent opportunity to provide specialized foot and ankle care within a supportive patient-centered medical practice environment.
As our Nurse Practitioner specializing in Podiatry you will play an essential role in diagnosing and treating a wide range of podiatric conditions from routine foot care to more complex chronic issues. You will work collaboratively with our team to deliver comprehensive compassionate care that improves patient mobility and quality of life. We value clinical excellence open communication and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Assess diagnose and treat patients with podiatric conditions including foot and ankle disorders.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and medical history.
- Prescribe medications orthotics and other therapeutic interventions as appropriate.
- Perform routine podiatric procedures such as nail care wound care and minor surgical interventions.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests including X-rays and laboratory studies to inform treatment decisions.
- Educate patients on preventive foot care wound prevention and management of chronic conditions such as diabetes.
- Collaborate with physicians specialists and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with medical and regulatory standards.
- Stay current with advances in podiatric medicine and evidence-based practices.
- Provide compassionate culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population.
- Current Nurse Practitioner (NP) license and certification in good standing.
- Masters degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program.
- Associate-level experience (1-3 years) in a clinical setting preferably in podiatry family medicine or a related specialty.
- Strong knowledge of podiatric assessment diagnosis and treatment protocols.
- Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients families and team members.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a healthcare team.
- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and standard medical documentation practices.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Schedule: 4x 10-hour shifts per week
- No call requirement
Setting: Outpatient
Patient Volume: 15 per day
Required Procedures: Nail avulsions matrixectomy injections (corticosteroid/local anesthetic) I&D of abscesses casting/splinting and application of offloading devices
Support Staff: Podiatrists orthopedic surgeons and primary care providers
Will practice independently with some supervision
EMR: Meditech
Must be board-certified
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive base salary RVUs
Sign-on bonus
Non-productivity bonus
Malpractice coverage with tail