Chiropractic Assistant

Excelsia AMM; Camp Springs (MD); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Paid training opportunities

Education Assistance Program

Paid time off / holidays

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Excelsia Injury Care in the United States seeks a PT aide to support patient care under the supervision of a D.C. You will take vitals, assist with modalities, document progress, and help keep treatment rooms and equipment in order.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, and at least 1 year in an office setting providing PT or chiropractic care. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain State Certification within 1 year of employment.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification required.
• 1 year of office experience in physical therapy or chiropractic care.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients pre and post care as directed by the D.C.
• Take vital signs of patients.
• Perform physical therapy modalities as directed by the D.C.
• Document modalities and patient comments accurately in notes.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms.
• Monitor physical therapy equipment and inventory.
• Assist in general office operations including filing and registration.
• Travel to other locations to maintain coverage as needed.
• Maintain a neat, clean office environment and perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patient management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

State certification or enrollment in PT aide program

Job description

Job Duties

• Assist patients pre and post care by the D.C.
• Take vital signs of patients.
• Perform physical therapy modalities as directed by the D.C.
• Accurately and legibly document modalities performed and subjective patient comments on progress notes.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms at all times.
• Monitor controls on physical therapy equipment.
• Launder towels, gowns, heat pack covers, etc. as required.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies.
• Assist in general office operations as needed including filing, prepping charts, answering phones, patient registration, posting charges, scanning, cleaning, etc.
• Travel to other locations as directed to maintain adequate coverage for quality patient care.
• Assist in maintaining office in neat, clean and orderly fashion.
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed and/or as necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• State Certification or enrollment in an approved course of study to include 20 observation hours and 520 clinical hours of in-office training to become State Certified within one year of employment.
• Certification in CPR and/or First Aid. Must be maintained throughout employment.
• 1‑year experience in office providing physical therapy and/or chiropractic care.
• Tact and skill in patient management.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with doctors, patients, and co‑workers.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Physical/Mental Requirements

Sitting, standing, walking, reaching above shoulder length, working with body bent over at waist, working in kneeling position, crawling, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, working with arms extended at shoulder length, lifting maximum of 20 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans through CareFirst with PPO And HSA options available the first of the month after your hire date.
• Rich leave benefits including PTO that is accrued starting on your first day of work, 8 company‑recognized paid holidays plus a floating holiday, and 5 days of sick leave each calendar year.
• Employee Assistance Program, Earned Wage Access, and Employee Assistance Fund.
• Discounts on shopping and travel perks through WorkingAdvantage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid training opportunities and Education Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Diversity Statement

Excelsia Injury Care is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition, marital, civil union or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

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