H-1B Visa Podiatrist Jobs
Podiatrists qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree. Most openings are with hospital systems, multi-specialty group practices, and federally qualified health centers that file LCAs through DOL and petition USCIS on your behalf.
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Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, provides direct clinical podiatric care to patients at the health center. The Podiatrist is a member of the Care Team with the purpose of providing evidence-based and quality foot and ankle care to Zufall Health Center patients.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
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Provides comprehensive podiatric care for patients of the Zufall Health Center, including but not limited to diagnostic and therapeutic assessments; evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of foot, ankle and lower extremity conditions; wound care; minor office-based procedures within scope of practice; referral and follow-up of patients; and other duties as assigned. Ensures continuity of care of patients.
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Performs evaluations on patients with diabetes to prevent, detect, and manage conditions that affect the foot and ankle such as neuropathies, arthropathies, and vasculopathies. Educates patients on foot care and follows up regularly.
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Communicates significant findings and treatment or management plans with primary care providers to ensure timely follow up.
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Leads assigned clinical support staff within the patient care team to provide excellent and accessible preventive, acute and chronic podiatric care to established patients and to address the needs of patients and their families.
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Assists patients in obtaining community resources, referrals and other services as clinically indicated by the center’s diverse populations, including referrals to specialists such as vascular surgery, orthopedics, endocrinology, and wound care services.
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Maintain accurate and timely medical record documentation according to Zufall practices and regulatory requirements.
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Participates in clinical performance improvement activities and conducts peer reviews of colleagues’ charts as assigned. Attends regular meetings of the medical staff and other meetings as deemed necessary by the Chief Medical Officer.
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Participates in clinic operations by ensuring compliance according to local, state and federal rules and regulations governing podiatric practice, and ensures that licensing, credentialing and educational activities are kept current and up to date. Contributes to and follows established policies and protocols for clinical care.
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Participates in community health initiatives including health fairs and other educational activities as directed. Participates in educational programs and continuing education. Teaches and trains other health center staff and students as needed.
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Maintains membership in professional and organizational associations, as appropriate.
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Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To perform successfully, the individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.
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Graduation from an accredited college of podiatric medicine and possession of a DPM degree.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Able to relate well to a diverse group of patients and staff.
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Able and willing to work on an as-needed basis in order to meet operational needs of the clinic.
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Proficient with computers, and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
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Bicultural, bilingual and community health experience valued and ability to speak both English and Spanish strongly preferred.
Education, Training, Experience
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Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited college of podiatric medicine.
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Successful completion of an approved podiatric residency program accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME).
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Board-qualified or Board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) and/or the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS), as applicable.
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Possession of a current, valid license to practice podiatric medicine in New Jersey in good standing.
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Possession of a valid DEA and CDS registration.
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BLS and ACLS Certifications.
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Minimum 1-year clinical practice or experience providing direct patient care in an ambulatory care setting.
Description:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, provides direct clinical podiatric care to patients at the health center. The Podiatrist is a member of the Care Team with the purpose of providing evidence-based and quality foot and ankle care to Zufall Health Center patients.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
-
Provides comprehensive podiatric care for patients of the Zufall Health Center, including but not limited to diagnostic and therapeutic assessments; evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of foot, ankle and lower extremity conditions; wound care; minor office-based procedures within scope of practice; referral and follow-up of patients; and other duties as assigned. Ensures continuity of care of patients.
-
Performs evaluations on patients with diabetes to prevent, detect, and manage conditions that affect the foot and ankle such as neuropathies, arthropathies, and vasculopathies. Educates patients on foot care and follows up regularly.
-
Communicates significant findings and treatment or management plans with primary care providers to ensure timely follow up.
-
Leads assigned clinical support staff within the patient care team to provide excellent and accessible preventive, acute and chronic podiatric care to established patients and to address the needs of patients and their families.
-
Assists patients in obtaining community resources, referrals and other services as clinically indicated by the center’s diverse populations, including referrals to specialists such as vascular surgery, orthopedics, endocrinology, and wound care services.
-
Maintain accurate and timely medical record documentation according to Zufall practices and regulatory requirements.
-
Participates in clinical performance improvement activities and conducts peer reviews of colleagues’ charts as assigned. Attends regular meetings of the medical staff and other meetings as deemed necessary by the Chief Medical Officer.
-
Participates in clinic operations by ensuring compliance according to local, state and federal rules and regulations governing podiatric practice, and ensures that licensing, credentialing and educational activities are kept current and up to date. Contributes to and follows established policies and protocols for clinical care.
-
Participates in community health initiatives including health fairs and other educational activities as directed. Participates in educational programs and continuing education. Teaches and trains other health center staff and students as needed.
-
Maintains membership in professional and organizational associations, as appropriate.
-
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To perform successfully, the individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.
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Graduation from an accredited college of podiatric medicine and possession of a DPM degree.
-
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-
Able to relate well to a diverse group of patients and staff.
-
Able and willing to work on an as-needed basis in order to meet operational needs of the clinic.
-
Proficient with computers, and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
-
Bicultural, bilingual and community health experience valued and ability to speak both English and Spanish strongly preferred.
Education, Training, Experience
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Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited college of podiatric medicine.
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Successful completion of an approved podiatric residency program accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME).
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Board-qualified or Board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) and/or the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS), as applicable.
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Possession of a current, valid license to practice podiatric medicine in New Jersey in good standing.
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Possession of a valid DEA and CDS registration.
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BLS and ACLS Certifications.
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Minimum 1-year clinical practice or experience providing direct patient care in an ambulatory care setting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Podiatrist
Verify your DPM degree meets requirements
USCIS requires a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying so employers aren't surprised during filing.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark offers
Podiatry wage levels vary significantly by setting and geography. Run your job title and work location through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know whether an offer meets the prevailing wage the employer must certify on your LCA.
Target federally qualified health centers specifically
FQHCs and nonprofit hospital systems can qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, letting you bypass the annual lottery entirely. Filter your search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active H-1B LCA filing history in podiatry.
Confirm state licensure before your start date
H-1B approval doesn't guarantee you can practice. Each state has its own podiatry license timeline, and USCIS expects your license to be in place by your employment start date. Start the application as soon as you have a job offer.
Check the O*NET profile before interviews
Podiatry's O*NET classification anchors the specialty occupation argument in your petition. Reviewing the listed tasks and required knowledge areas helps you frame your experience accurately when employers and their attorneys build the LCA.
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Find Podiatrist JobsPodiatrist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does podiatry qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS recognizes podiatry as a specialty occupation because it requires a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at minimum. The DPM is a professional doctorate specific to the field, which satisfies the theoretical and practical application standard USCIS applies when evaluating H-1B petitions.
Can podiatrists avoid the H-1B lottery?
Yes, if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Hospitals affiliated with a university, federally qualified health centers, and certain nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. Positions at for-profit private practices are cap-subject and subject to the lottery. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with cap-exempt filing history in podiatry.
What documents do I need before a podiatry employer can file my H-1B petition?
You'll need your DPM degree and transcripts, a foreign credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., your current state podiatry license or evidence it's in progress, your CV, and passport copies. The employer also needs to complete a DOL Labor Condition Application before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition.
How does prevailing wage work for H-1B podiatry positions?
DOL requires your employer to certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your job title and work location. Prevailing wages are set by DOL using Bureau of Labor Statistics survey data and are broken into four wage levels based on experience and supervision. Your employer selects the appropriate level when completing the LCA.
Can I switch from one podiatry employer to another on H-1B status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Once your petition has been pending for 180 days, you can change to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification while the original petition remains pending. Your new employer must file a new H-1B petition before you start work, but you don't lose your priority date.
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