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Job Description

Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 29-1081.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 144,110.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 69.00
Currently, there are 9,800 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Podiatrists”.

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Tasks for “Foot Doctor”

Diagnose diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
Educate the public about the benefits of foot care through techniques such as speaking engagements, advertising, and other forums.
Treat deformities using mechanical methods, such as whirlpool or paraffin baths, and electrical methods, such as short wave and low voltage currents.
Surgically treat conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, and abscesses.
Correct deformities by means of plaster casts and strapping.
Refer patients to physicians when symptoms indicative of systemic disorders, such as arthritis or diabetes, are observed in feet and legs.
Make and fit prosthetic appliances.
Treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet and ankles.
Prescribe medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
Perform administrative duties such as hiring employees, ordering supplies, and keeping records.
Advise patients about treatments and foot care techniques necessary for prevention of future problems.

Related Technology & Tools

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Automated external defibrillators AED
Tablet computers
Digitizers
Therapeutic cold packs
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Metatarsal spreaders
Hypodermic syringes
Bone forceps
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Oscillating bone saws
Surgical masks
Portable x ray machines
Locke elevators
Surgical scalpels
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Cuticle nippers
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Laptop computers
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Steam autoclaves
Cast vacuums
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Mayo scissors
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Personal computers
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Safety glasses
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Biopsy punches
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Bone rasps
Stationary x ray equipment
Therapeutic ultrasound equipment
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Nail splitters
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Podiatry chisels
Sagittal bone saws
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