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Podiatrists: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.

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This source lists 11 tasks, including 10 marked Core and 1 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2022.

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Core · Task 20122 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet and ankles.

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Core · Task 7849 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Diagnose diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.

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Core · Task 7852 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Advise patients about treatments and foot care techniques necessary for prevention of future problems.

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Core · Task 7850 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Prescribe medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.

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Core · Task 7851 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Surgically treat conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, or abscesses.

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Core · Task 7853 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Refer patients to physicians when symptoms indicative of systemic disorders, such as arthritis or diabetes, are observed in feet and legs.

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Core · Task 7855 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Make and fit prosthetic appliances.

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Core · Task 7854 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Correct deformities by means of plaster casts and strapping.

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Core · Task 7856 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Perform administrative duties, such as hiring employees, ordering supplies, or keeping records.

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Core · Task 7857 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Educate the public about the benefits of foot care through techniques such as speaking engagements, advertising, and other forums.

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Supplemental · Task 7858 · 08/2022 · Incumbent

Treat deformities using mechanical methods, such as whirlpool or paraffin baths, and electrical methods, such as short wave and low voltage currents.

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