Podiatrist - Partnership & Ownership Track

Pay: $160,000-$210,000 per year + uncapped production bonus

About the Opportunity: Achilles Foot and Ankle Center is seeking a motivated, patient-focused Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) to join our established and growing practice in the Richmond, Virginia metropolitan area. This is a full-time, primarily office-based podiatry position designed for a physician who wants more than a traditional associate job. For the right physician, we offer a long-term career opportunity that combines a competitive guaranteed salary, uncapped production incentives, clinical autonomy, an established patient base, and a defined pathway toward partnership and ownership of the practice. We welcome applications from both experienced podiatrists and graduating residents. What Makes This Opportunity Different Our goal is to recruit a physician who can ultimately become an important part of the future of Achilles Foot and Ankle Center. The position offers:$160,000-$210,000 guaranteed base salary Uncapped production-based bonus Defined pathway toward partnership and practice ownership Opportunity to purchase up to 30% ownership of the practice over 15 years Established patient volume Two established Richmond-area clinical locations Primarily office-based practice Clinical autonomy Dedicated medical assistant and clinical support Administrative, scheduling, billing, and operational support Predictable Monday-Friday schedule No hospital call requirement associated with this position Opportunity to build a long-term patient base and career within an established practice Ownership opportunities are subject to continued employment, performance, mutual fit, fair-market-value purchase requirements, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Compensation

Base Salary: $160,000-$210,000 per year Starting salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and clinical background. In addition to guaranteed base compensation, the physician will be eligible for an uncapped tiered production bonusafter reaching an annual production threshold equal to 1.5 times earned base salary. The incentive structure rewards increasing levels of productivity, with bonus percentages increasing for higher levels of eligible collections. For example, using a $180,000 base salary, total annual physician compensation could reach approximately: $262,000 at $800,000 in eligible collections $302,000 at $1,000,000 in eligible collections $352,000 at $1,200,000 in eligible collections $427,000 at $1,500,000 in eligible collections There is no stated maximum production bonus. Complete production thresholds, eligible collections, calculation methodology, and bonus terms are defined in the employment agreement. Partnership & Ownership TrackWe believe physicians who help build a successful practice should have an opportunity to participate in its long-term value. The successful associate will have a defined pathway toward purchasing an ownership interest in Achilles Foot and Ankle Center. After an initial qualification period, the physician may become eligible to purchase incremental ownership interests at fair market value, ultimately reaching up to 30% practice ownership over a 15-year pathway. Ownership eligibility is based on factors including continued employment, professional performance, compliance, licensure, good standing, mutual fit, and applicable legal requirements. This opportunity is intended for a physician interested in building a lasting career and potentially transitioning from: Associate -> Partner -> Practice Owner Clinical Practice The position is primarily focused on comprehensive office-based podiatric medicine. Our physicians evaluate and treat a broad spectrum of foot and ankle conditions, including: Plantar fasciitis and heel pain Achilles tendinopathy Posterior and anterior tibial tendon disorders Peroneal tendon disorders Sports medicine injuries Ankle and foot arthritis Peripheral neuropathy Diabetic foot conditions Wound care Ingrown toenails Fungal and dystrophic nail conditions Dermatologic conditions of the foot and ankle Plantar warts and benign skin lesions Gout In-office injections Minor office-based procedures Preventive and at-risk foot care The position is ideal for a podiatrist who enjoys comprehensive outpatient care, developing long-term patient relationships, and maintaining an efficient and diverse clinical schedule. This is not primarily a surgical position. Schedule Our practice provides a structured clinical schedule designed to offer physicians predictable working hours. Monday-Thursday: Full clinical days Friday: Half-day schedule Clinical sessions are organized into dedicated morning and afternoon schedules with a scheduled lunch period. The physician will practice at our two Richmond-area locations: Richmond / West End Mechanicsville

Benefits: 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off Malpractice insurance Dedicated medical assistant support Clinical support staff Administrative and scheduling support Billing and revenue-cycle support Established patient volume Partnership and practice-ownership pathway Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.

Qualifications: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited school of podiatric medicine Completion of an accredited podiatric residency program Active Virginia podiatric medical license or eligibility to obtain Virginia licensure Strong clinical and interpersonal skills Commitment to ethical, evidence-based patient care Ability to work effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, and administrative staff Interest in contributing to the continued growth of the practice New residency graduates and experienced podiatrists are encouraged to apply. Who We Are Looking ForClinically confident Patient-focused Personable and professional Dependable Efficient while maintaining high standards of care Comfortable treating a broad range of office-based podiatric conditions Interested in developing a loyal patient base Motivated by professional and financial growth Team-oriented Interested in eventually becoming a partner and owner Willing to contribute to the continued growth and development of the practice Entrepreneurial physicians who want the advantages of an established practice while retaining the opportunity to participate in future ownership are especially encouraged to apply. About Achilles Foot and Ankle Center Achilles Foot and Ankle Center is an established podiatric practice serving patients throughout the greater Richmond area. Our practice provides comprehensive foot and ankle care through our Richmond/West End and Mechanicsville locations. Physicians benefit from an established clinical infrastructure, existing patient volume, experienced support staff, revenue-cycle support, scheduling resources, and administrative systems that allow providers to concentrate on patient care and practice growth. For a physician interested in eventually becoming an owner rather than remaining an employee throughout their career, this position offers a genuine long-term opportunity. Why Richmond, Virginia? Richmond offers an excellent combination of professional opportunity, quality of life, accessibility, and affordability compared with many larger East Coast metropolitan areas. Easy access to Washington, D.C., Charlottesville, Virginia Beach, and the Blue Ridge Mountains Richmond International Airport Extensive outdoor recreation along the James River Hiking, cycling, kayaking, and year-round outdoor activities Diverse restaurants, breweries, museums, and cultural attractions Established suburban communities throughout the Richmond metropolitan area Public and private school options A large and growing healthcare community A diverse regional patient population Richmond provides many of the amenities of a larger metropolitan area while maintaining a manageable commute and quality of life. We welcome applications from experienced podiatrists as well as graduating residents who are eligible for Virginia licensure. We are looking for a start date of January 2027 or sooner. If you are looking for more than your next associate position - and want the opportunity to build a patient base, increase your earnings through productivity, and ultimately become an owner of an established practice - we would like to hear from you. Join Achilles Foot and Ankle Center and build more than a job. Build a practice, a career, and an ownership stake in your future.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $160,000-$210,000 per year + uncapped production bonus

Work Location: In person - Richmond/West End and Mechanicsville, Virginia