Podiatrist Location: Houston, Texas (Houston and surrounding areas, with travel to additional locations throughout Texas as needed) Schedule: Part-Time Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 per year About Infinite Medical P.C. Infinite Medical P.C. is a nationwide network of advanced practice providers and specialty clinicians committed to delivering high-quality, proactive care directly to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. Our partnership with MedElite Healthcare Management Group empowers us to focus on what matters most: providing compassionate, personalized care that meets the unique needs of each resident. Together, we champion continuous innovation and collaboration in our shared mission to redefine senior care across the country. Job Summary We are seeking a friendly and compassionate Podiatrist to join our team. As a Podiatrist, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to patients in long-term care facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Responsibilities Performed examinations on patients’ legs and feet to identify and diagnose various diseases and conditions. Provide treatment for foot and leg injuries, such as fractures, corns, and calluses. Recommend and prescribe medication for relieving joint pain and suggest foot orthoses to enhance mobility and alleviate discomfort. Offer guidance and advice to patients regarding foot care and overall wellness practices. Request additional medical tests as necessary based on the initial assessments. Travel Requirement This position requires regular travel to skilled nursing and long-term care facilities throughout the Houston metropolitan area and surrounding regions. Providers may also be required to travel to additional locations across Texas as business needs dictate. Candidates must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel independently between multiple facility locations. Requirements Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree DEA License Long-term care experience Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and stand / walk / work on your feet up to 6-8 hours per day Travel to assigned facilities throughout Houston, surrounding communities, and other regions within Texas to provide on-site podiatric care to residents in long-term care settings. Benefits Competitive salary: $60,000 - $90,000 per year Paid Time Off Malpractice Insurance Why Work With Us? Make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment Enjoy work-life balance with the flexibility of a part-time schedule Equal Opportunity Employer Infinite Medical P.C is an equal-opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. Infinite Medical P.C is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position. Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and help us deliver compassionate, personalized care where it matters most.
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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.
Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.
Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.
What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.
For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.
Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.
Houston Area Salary Data
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of
$11.27/hr ($23,442/yr).
The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr
(25th–75th percentile).
Entry Level (10th)$22,235/yr
Houston Median$23,442/yr
Experienced (90th)$31,928/yr
vs. National Median-34.5%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area).
Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.