Surgical Podiatrist

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Position Summary:

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a full-time Surgical Podiatrist to join our well-established Orthopedic Institute and to provide cutting-edge podiatric care to patients in our Bridgton and Rumford hospital locations. The Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics division is a leading practice dedicated to providing comprehensive orthopedic and podiatric care for patients throughout the Central Maine region. We are seeking a Surgical Podiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team, working alongside our orthopedic surgeons and other specialists to optimize care and improve patient outcomes. The Surgical Podiatrist will be responsible for the evaluation, medical management, and surgical treatment of foot disorders. The focus is on basic podiatric treatment and surgery, diabetic foot care, wound care, and reconstructive procedures for the forefoot and midfoot. The role involves collaborating closely with orthopedic and vascular surgeons, physicians from primary care, infectious diseases, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and wound care teams to provide integrated patient care.

Essential Duties:

• Perform surgical and non-surgical management of primarily forefoot and midfoot conditions with some ankle conditions
• Conduct preoperative and postoperative patient evaluations.
• Interpret diagnostic imaging and vascular studies to guide treatment decisions.
• Participate in hospital rounds, outpatient clinics, and multidisciplinary care conferences as needed.
• Work closely with our surgical podiatrist and orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon to provide a full complement of care
• Educate patients and families on foot care, wound prevention, and long-term management.
• Contribute to the education of medical students and residents.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, or educational programs as needed.

Work Location: In person; must be willing to travel between two primary practice locations (Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals; part of the Central Maine Healthcare System)

Education and Experience:

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a 3-year podiatric medicine and surgery residency (PMSR/RRA preferred).
• Board certified or board eligible in foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS).
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Maine.
• Experience in limb salvage, wound care, and forefoot/rearfoot reconstruction is preferred.
• Strong collaboration skills to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards
  I am creating a warm, caring, and non-judgmental environment
  
  I am actively listening and seeking information
  
  I am honest, truthful, and consistent
  
  I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy
  
  I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate
  
  I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork
  
  I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.

About Our Community:

Maine is a land full of beauty offering beautiful beaches, a rocky coastline, lakes and mountains all within driving distance. Maine has lots to offer outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year from camping, hiking, biking, swimming, skiing, etc. Within the state there is a burgeoning food, craft drink and entertainment scene. For families, Maine offers safe communities with access to rural and urban areas; as well as nearby airports, train and bus stations. Boston is just a couple of hours to the south and can be accessed by car, train or bus.

Lewiston Region: Maine's second largest city, Lewiston and the city of Auburn sit on the banks of the Androscoggin River. Together the cities, L/A as it is referred to locally, form the cultural and business center of Androscoggin County. The cities offer a robust food, drink and arts scene along with world-class educational institutions, such as Bates College. Outdoor opportunities abound with trails, public green spaces and water access to the river and area lakes.

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To be considered for this position: Please be considered for this position, please apply through our online, short application process using the APPLY button.

Should you have any difficulty applying, please contact:
Rinda Wiseman
Senior Physician Recruiter
Rinda.wiseman@cmhc.org

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!