What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Podiatry position at Think Aksarben?
At Think Whole Person Healthcare, we believe healthy feet are essential to overall health and quality of life. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Podiatry team. In this role, you'll work alongside an experienced Podiatrist to provide comprehensive foot and ankle care in both our outpatient clinic and long-term care facilities throughout the community.
This is an excellent opportunity for an APP who enjoys building long-term patient relationships, values autonomy while working collaboratively, and wants to make a meaningful impact on patients' mobility, comfort, and independence.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform comprehensive foot and lower extremity assessments.
- Conduct routine diabetic foot examinations and risk assessments.
- Provide routine and medically necessary nail care, including toenail trimming and debridement.
- Evaluate and manage common podiatric conditions, including:
- Thickened or dystrophic nails
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Diabetic foot concerns
- Minor skin and soft tissue conditions
- Assist with the management and monitoring of foot wounds as directed by the supervising physician.
- Provide patient and caregiver education regarding foot health, diabetic foot care, footwear, and prevention strategies. Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
- Travel to nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care settings to provide podiatric services.
- Coordinate care with facility staff, primary care providers, and family members when appropriate.
- Maintain compliance with facility requirements and healthcare regulations. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with nursing home partners.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required Qualifications
- Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Current, unrestricted Nebraska Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
- National board certification appropriate to specialty.
- DEA registration (or ability to obtain).
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to partner facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in podiatry, wound care, geriatrics, family practice, internal medicine, orthopedics, or long-term care.
- Experience caring for diabetic and geriatric populations.
- Strong clinical assessment and patient education skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building abilities.
Think Whole Person Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer