UnitedHealth Group·Shoreline, Washington
Provide comprehensive outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and longitudinal management of foot and ankle disorders. Perform various podiatric surgical procedures and manage complex diabetic foot pathology and trauma within a multidisciplinary team.
Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a Surgical Podiatrist (DPM) to join our established, physician led multispecialty group in Everett, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. This role offers the opportunity to practice comprehensive outpatient podiatric medicine and surgery within an integrated health system that emphasizes evidence based care, team collaboration, and sustainable practice. The position is suited for a podiatric surgeon who values clinical autonomy within a collaborative environment and is interested in managing a broad spectrum of foot and ankle pathology, including complex diabetic foot conditions, trauma, and reconstruction.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Primary Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and longitudinal management of foot and ankle disorders.
Perform podiatric surgical procedures consistent with training and granted privileges, including forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery.
Manage diabetic foot pathology, including ulcer care, infection management, post operative wound care, and limb preservation.
Evaluate and treat foot and ankle trauma, coordinating care with other specialty services as appropriate.
Deliver wound care and non operative treatments as part of an integrated treatment plan.
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary, physician led practice model, emphasizing care coordination and patient centered outcomes.
The Everett Clinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we’re able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Requires a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree and completion of a CPME approved residency. Candidates must be board certified or eligible in foot and ankle surgery and hold a valid Washington State podiatric license and DEA registration.
Market context
In Washington, surgical podiatrist openings are typically driven by ongoing demand for specialty foot and ankle care in outpatient and integrated health settings. This role is competitive because it requires a DPM, CPME-approved residency, board certification or eligibility in foot and ankle surgery, plus a valid Washington podiatric license and DEA registration. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your residency training and licensure status before applying.
