Chiropractic Technician - Clinic

Responsibilities

Assists with all aspects of patient care using appropriate techniques and procedures in therapy treatments; Takes patient's vital signs; Observes and reports patient signs and symptoms; Performs proper medical record documentation and data entry; Assists the patient as needed in disrobing into a gown, redressing, and getting on and off exam table; Performs treatment therapies such as hydrocollator packs, cryo (ice) therapy, ultrasound and electric stimulation as directed; Assists with therapeutic exercise of patients (i.e., reviewing and/or demonstrating prescribed exercises to patient); Orders and dispenses clean linen, gowns, and supplies etc.; Assists with ordering and stocking of supplies; Cleans and maintains the therapeutic treatment area, treatment tables, rooms and related equipment after use; May perform other clerical tasks, such as answer telephones, assist with billing processes, etc.; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Requirements

Chiropractic Technician license issued by the state of Wisconsin; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Chiropractic Technology; No experience required; Proficient computer skills; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs over the head; Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force; Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; May be exposed to electrical and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids; must wear personal protective clothing and equipment as necessary; Exposed to a normal office environment; Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job