Traveling Chiropractic Assistant

Excelsia AMM; Hyattsville, Waldorf, Camp Springs (MD, MD, MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Rich leave benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid training opportunities

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Excelsia AMM in Camp Springs, Maryland is looking for a dedicated physical therapy assistant to assist patients during their care and perform various supporting duties. You will help take vital signs, document treatment, maintain the cleanliness of treatment rooms, and assist with office management tasks.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and certification in CPR or First Aid. Experience in a physical therapy or chiropractic setting will be advantageous. An excellent opportunity to grow in your career while making a difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Certification in CPR and/or First Aid required.
• 1-year experience in providing physical therapy or chiropractic care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients pre and post care by the D.C.
• Take vital signs of patients.
• Perform physical therapy modalities as directed.
• Accurately document treatment modalities performed.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms.
• Monitor controls on physical therapy equipment.
• Manage inventory and order supplies.
• Assist with general office operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patient management

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

State Certification after approved training

Job description

Why work for Excelsia Injury Care? We offer a competitive salary, a great and stable work environment as well as amazing benefit package! Offered Benefits include:

• 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

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.
• Travels 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

Additional Skills/Competencies

• 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.

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.

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.