chiropractic office assistant

Derry Village Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Centre; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Mississauga seeks a healthcare assistant to support physiotherapists and chiropractors in patient rehabilitation. Responsibilities include assisting in treatment programs, managing schedules, and performing clerical duties. Applicants should have a secondary school diploma and 1-2 years of relevant experience. The role requires strong communication skills in English and offers 30 to 44 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Must have 1-2 years of experience in a related field.
• Ability to follow treatment programs set by health professionals.
• Fluency in English for work communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist health care professionals in treatment plans.
• Set up and maintain medical equipment.
• Schedule appointments and manage office reception.

Skills

Patient management

Clerical duties

Health education assistance

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education:

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting:

• Urban area
• Office of health care professional

Tasks:

• Assist health care professionals
• Carry out treatment programs under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities
• Follow through on treatment programs with patients
• Position patients for treatments by chiropractor or machine
• Set up and dismantle equipment
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Assist chiropractor with patient health education
• Process claims such as health insurance or workers' compensation
• Maintain supplies
• Assist chiropractor with physical examinations
• Perform general clerical duties
• Process files and paperwork
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Manage routine office functions including reception, telephone, and booking appointments
• Order supplies and equipment

Experience:

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Permanent employment duration
• Work language: English
• Work hours: 30 to 44 hours per week