Associate Chiropodist

Company:

Advanced Foot and Orthotic Clinic

Location:

Midland, Ontario

Duties:

• Chiropodist will take on existing patient load and build own
• Perform full scope of practice according to the College of Chiropodists of Ontario.
• Communication with other local health care professionals
• Conduct comprehensive chiropody services including foot assessments and diagnoses to identify foot conditions and abnormalities
• Provide treatment and management plans for various foot conditions, including corns, calluses, ingrown toenails, fungal infections, diabetic foot care, wound management and foot deformities
• Perform minor surgical procedures, such as nail avulsions
• Educate patients on proper foot care practices, preventive measures, and suitable footwear choices
• Maintain accurate and uptodate patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in Chiropody and attend professional development opportunities
• Deliver exceptional patient care and contribute to the clinic's success. This includes treating scheduled patients, enhancing retention, and effectively communicating management plans

Requirements:

• Registration in good standing with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario
• Current Professional Liability Insurance in keeping with the College's Standards
• Trained in nail surgeries, custom foot orthotics, stockings, footwear and bracing
• Able to work independently in a private clinical setting
• Ethical with a focus on patient care
• Strong knowledge of foot anatomy, biomechanics, and common foot conditions.
• Proficiency in conducting foot assessments, diagnosing foot conditions, and developing treatment plans
• Compassionate and empathetic approach towards patient care, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively explain diagnoses, treatment options, and foot care instructions to patients
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy
• Dedication to continuing education and staying updated with the latest industry trends.

Start Date:

Hours:

Full or Part-Time

Salary:

Remuneration of 50% of client fees collected for chiropody care. Orthotics to be discussed.

Comments:

What Sets Us Apart - Lifestyle

Our clinic will provide you with support staff, up-to-date equipment, and a warm and friendly work environment. In addition, we understand that professional work is only one part of a fulfilled and meaningful life. Work/life balance and time to refill your physical and mental well-being is of the utmost importance. Clinic hours of half-day Fridays, and no evening hours, allows you to start your evenings and weekends early and fill your physical and mental well-being bucket

The clinic is located at the gateway to the world famous 30,000 islands of Georgian Bay and offers something for everyone in this four-season community.

Hiking, biking, golf, ski hills, boating, fishing - just to name a few, are right at your doorstep to enjoy each and every day, bringing that cottage feel home.

At the same time, urban amenities are available in the communities of Midland and Penetanguishene, the Townships of Tiny, Tay, Springwater, Georgian Bay and Oro-Medonte, and the Beausoleil First Nation community on Christian Island.

All this located just 90 minutes north of Toronto. Make this community your home, you won't be disappointed.

What Sets Us Apart - Room to Grow

The clinic draws clients from a large geographic region including Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny and beyond.

Within this 'North Simcoe' area, is a population of nearly 52,000 people and growing steadily with nearly 30% of the population over the age 65.

North Simcoe has a higher percentage in all age categories from 50 years plus compared to the overall Provincial population.

These demographics result in a local community that is in need of chiropody services.

Advanced Foot and Orthotic Clinic has been in operation for over 20 years and was the first, and still only, full-time Chiropody clinic in the North Simcoe area.

It has shown continued growth over the years and continues for a Chiropodist to build an great patient base at this clinic.

The clinic is currently serviced by two Chiropodists, with a third Chiropodist needed to meet demand.

What Sets Us Apart - Facilities and Training

Advanced Foot & Orthotic Clinic offers:

• A friendly, positive and encouraging work environment
• A modern, state of the art facility with 10 treatment rooms, orthotic lab with ability to modify orthotics, VeriScan Podiatric Scanner, and comprehensive sterilization area
• A cohesive, well trained and efficient support staff (with Clinical Assistants, and Administrative Staff)
• Peer mentorship

Contact:

Name:

Erin Fairbanks

Display Name:

Erin Fairbanks

Title:

Chiropodist and Owner

Address:

263 Midland Avenue

Telephone:

Fax:

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