Chiropractor Assistant

Paycom - ATS; Stirling Junction (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampla Health in California seeks a Chiropractic Assistant to support chiropractors and patients in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities include escorting patients, taking vitals, documenting in EHR, assisting with exam procedures, handling instruments, scheduling follow-ups, updating wait times, and stocking exam rooms. A Medical Assistant training and CPR are required, with one year of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• One year chiropractic assistant experience preferred.
• Completion of Medical Assistant (MA) training program.
• Current CPR required.
• Must be proficient in scheduling follow-up visits and re-scheduling patients.
• Ability to handle confidential patient health information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam area to promote flow.
• Obtain BP, height and weight; document in EHR.
• Assist Chiropractor with exams and instruments.
• Assist with patient referrals and follow-up calls.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms; update wait lists.

Skills

Scheduling

Time management

Interpersonal skills

CPR certified

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

MA training program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE:Chiropractic Assistants are multi-skilled practitioners who provide support services to the Chiropractors as part of a care team.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:Calls and escorts patients to exam area in a timely manner in order to promote continual flow of patientsObtain BP utilizing electronic devices, height and weight (when necessary). Documents results in the electronic health record (EHR) per policy and procedureObtains HPI information for the ChiropractorAssists the Chiropractor with exam procedures including orthro/neuro and data entry when neededAssist the Chiropractor with instruments such as treatment, including hot/cold packs, thumper, exercise explanations, bio freeze application, and educational materialsAssists with call backs and follow-up calls to patients at provider requestUpdates white board with accurate wait timesObtains patient wait list logs and calls potential patients to fill the schedulePrepares and stocks exam roomsAssists with patient referrals to Ortho as neededMaintains professional growth by attending all meetings and in-service trainingsTreats all patients, staff, community and all other customers with respect and courtesyUtilizes effective means to resolve conflictOther duties as assigned by SupervisorQUALITIES &CHARACTERISTICSMaintains a professional relationship and positive attitude with co-workers, the public, patients and all Ampla Health’s staff, Board of Directors and vendorsMaintains the highest professional ethics and is honest in dealing with people; is a model for all employees through his/her actionsStrives to learn more and is receptive to new challenges and opportunitiesDisplays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of Ampla HealthPROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABLITIESOne (1) year Chiropractic Assistant experience preferredCompletion of Medical Assistant (MA) training programCurrent CPR requiredMust be proficient in scheduling follow-up visits and re-scheduling patientsAbility to uses discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health informationEffective time management skillsCOMMUNICATIONS SKILLSMust have neat and legible handwritingMust be able to interact with patients courteously and calmlyMust have strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to communicate well with co-workers, patients and the publicWORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork well with patients in a generally comfortable office environment. Employees must possess the following physical requirements:Must be able to hear and communicate with clients and staff on telephone and those who are served in person, and speak clearly in order to communicate information to clients and staffMust be able to lift up to 40 pounds and push up to 100 pounds (on wheels)Must have vision which is adequate to read memo’s, computer screen, registration forms and other clinic documentsMust have high manual dexterityAble to reach above shoulder level to work, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist/turnQUALITIES &CHARACTERISTICSMaintains a professional relationship and positive attitude with co-workers, the public, patients and all Ampla Health’s staff, Board of Directors and vendorsMaintains the highest professional ethics and is honest in dealing with people; is a model for all employees through his/her actionsStrives to learn more and is receptive to new challenges and opportunitiesDisplays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of Ampla HealthPROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABLITIESOne (1) year Chiropractic Assistant experience preferredCompletion of Medical Assistant (MA) training programCurrent CPR requiredMust be proficient in scheduling follow-up visits and re-scheduling patientsAbility to uses discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health informationEffective time management skillsCOMMUNICATIONS SKILLSMust have neat and legible handwritingMust be able to interact with patients courteously and calmlyMust have strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to communicate well with co-workers, patients and the publicWORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork well with patients in a generally comfortable office environment. Employees must possess the following physical requirements:Must be able to hear and communicate with clients and staff on telephone and those who are served in person, and speak clearly in order to communicate information to clients and staffMust be able to lift up to 40 pounds and push up to 100 pounds (on wheels)Must have vision which is adequate to read memo’s, computer screen, registration forms and other clinic documentsMust have high manual dexterityAble to reach above shoulder level to work, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist/turn