Locum Tenens Physician - Podiatrist Needed in GA

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Podiatrist for a 27-day assignment in Georgia, starting Mar 30, 2026. This role involves providing essential podiatric care, including nail debridement and diabetic evaluations, to 30+ patients daily in long-term care facilities. You will work 8-5 shifts, traveling to one facility per day.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Complete all patient charting within 24 hours of the visit.
• Provide proper and comprehensive patient care.
• Visit one long-term care facility per day.
• Effectively manage patient schedules to see all assigned individuals.
• Collaborate professionally with all long-term care facility staff and patients.
• Deliver comprehensive podiatric services, optimally seeing 30+ patients daily.
• Perform nail debridement, primarily CPT code 11721, for approximately 90% of patients.
• Conduct new patient evaluations.
• Provide diabetic evaluation and care.
• Treat foot and ankle injuries and provide wound care.

Additional Information

• EMR: Practice Fusion

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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