Chiropractic Assistant

• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Wellness resources

• Greeting and checking in patients: Welcoming patients, confirming appointments, and verifying insurance information.
• Scheduling appointments: Managing the chiropractor's schedule, booking appointments, and sending reminders.
• Maintaining patient records: Updating patient information, filing documents, and ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Handling billing and insurance: Processing payments, verifying insurance coverage, submitting claims, and managing outstanding balances.
• Managing office operations: Answering phones and emails, managing supplies, tidying treatment rooms and waiting areas, according to Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce, and assisting with administrative tasks.
• Marketing support: Assisting with marketing efforts, including social media posts and community events.

• Assisting during appointments: Helping the chiropractor prepare for and during patient appointments.
• Patient preparation: Preparing patients for treatment, explaining procedures, and assisting with activities related to developing strength and endurance.
• Taking vital signs: Measuring blood pressure, temperature, weight, and height, per Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce.
• Therapeutic modalities: Administering therapies like electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, and therapeutic exercises (with proper training).
• Patient education: Instructing patients on exercises, stretches, and explaining procedures or wellness practices.
• Record keeping: Maintaining accurate patient records and documenting assessments, tests, and progress.

• High school diploma or GED: Required to enter the field.
• Bi-lingual Hispanic speaking
• Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Organizational skills: Strong ability to manage appointments, records, and office logistics.
• Computer proficiency: Basic computer skills and familiarity with office software and potentially EHR systems.
• Patient-centric approach: A compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Detail-oriented: Attention to detail in patient records, billing, and scheduling.
• Ability to multitask: Effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, especially in a fast-paced environment.

• Previous experience: Experience in a healthcare setting, particularly chiropractic or rehabilitation, is preferred.
• Medical terminology: Basic knowledge of medical terms.
• Billing and coding experience: Familiarity with medical billing and insurance claim processes.
• Certification: While not always mandatory, certification as a Chiropractic Assistant (CCCMA) or other medical assisting credentials can enhance job prospects.

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