Chiropractor

Job Purpose and Position Overview

We are searching for a knowledgeable, caring chiropractor to assist patients with injuries and impairments of the neuromusculoskeletal system, including the muscles, nerves, and bones, especially those of the back and neck. The chiropractor will speak to patients to discuss injuries and health concerns, assess their physical condition and lifestyle, administer treatment, and provide advice about extended care and pain management. You should be thorough, attentive, and possess a strong understanding of musculoskeletal and nerve injuries and how to treat them.

To be a successful chiropractor, you should be kind and communicative with exceptional active listening skills. You should also be able to analyze symptoms and provide comprehensive treatment or recommend other doctors or specialists if needed.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

Strong communication and active listening skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of neuromusculoskeletal injuries, conditions, and treatments.
Understanding of stretches, exercises, therapies, and dietary changes that may help patients manage their overall health.
Ability to analyze patient conditions based on observations and medical tests.
A commitment to providing the best possible care.
Working with patients to learn about injuries or identify health concerns and create a plan for treatment or management.
Administering holistic treatments, such as spinal manipulation, adjustments, massage, and hot and cold compresses.
Providing patients with tips to improve their lifestyle, including nutrition, exercise plans, and stretches.
Tracking patient information, keeping detailed records of conditions and care.

 

Qualifications/Skills

Doctorate of chiropractic degree.
State license and valid malpractice insurance.
Strong communication and active listening skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of neuromusculoskeletal injuries, conditions, and treatments.
Understanding of stretches, exercises, therapies, and dietary changes that may help patients manage their overall health.
Ability to analyze patient conditions based on observations and medical tests.
A commitment to providing the best possible care.

Training Requirements:

RPMS, EHR, NO Fear, Records Management, HIPPA/Privacy Act, Annual Ethics, ISSA, Counterintelligence, Hatch Act, and Hazard Communication General Awareness, Motor Vehicle Training, Annual Fire Extinguisher, and others as assigned.

 

Physical Requirements:

Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

 

Cognitive Requirements:

Reading, writing, calculating.
Excellent social interaction skills.

Reasoning/Analysis
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team.
Works with minimal to no supervision.

 

Language Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

 

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:

All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

 

 

WCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

 

Please note the position description duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.