POSITION: Chiropractic Assistant

STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt

LOCATION: San Andreas, California 

SALARY RANGE: $22.56-$26.88

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support and help with clinical tasks to the Medical Department's Chiropractic staff to ensure the practice runs smoothly. Assistants will provide quality and relational care to patients during all stages of their visits.

The position requires an awareness and keen appreciation of American Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs and the ability at all times to meet and deal effectively in contacts with Indian health organizations which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness and good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. CHIROPRACTOR SUPPORT: Provide direct support to assigned provider according to the standardized protocols and procedures established by MACT Health Board, Inc., including but not limited to:

1. Conduct visit preparation activities for the next day(s) visits; 

2. Ensure all related reports, labs and information is attached and available in patients’ medical record (NextGen) prior to their appointment;

3. Clean exam room, lab and other patient areas between patient visits and after hours; 

4. Escort patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, O2 saturation and document all information in patient’s chart; 

5. Assist provider with patient exam and procedures;

6. Assist with maintenance and inventory of medical equipment and supplies, and restocking of exam rooms.

7. Facilitate and log labs, X-rays, consults, referrals and other reports as needed.

8. Maintain infection control standards, including autoclaving instrument and logging of autoclave testing; 

9. Take telephone calls and messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls;

10. Comply with all MACT policies and procedures at all times;

11. Must have excellent customer service at all times and maintain a positive attitude.

12. Other duties as assigned.

B. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND IMPROVEMENT:

1. Provide reports, as needed to the Medical Back Office Manager to be integrated into reports.

2. Participate in Departmental Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement activities;

3. Inventory and monthly check of emergency carts and supplies and do appropriate documentation;

4. Create recall lists, abnormal lab logs and high-risk lists;

5. Conduct monthly quality improvement reports and audits for HEDIS, GPRA and others as assigned;

6. Must adhere to the MACT Health Board, Inc. Corporate Code of Conduct;

7. Must be adept at NextGen EHR and complete I2I (population management) training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

2. Current BLS AHA CPR certificate.

3. Chiropractic Assistant Certificate (preferred).

4. One year experience as a Chiropractic Assistant.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must pass Occupational Health Screening.

2. Must possess a valid form of identification as listed on the U.S. Department of Justice I-9 form, verified using the E Verify system.

3. Clean DMV driving record and MACT auto insurance driving eligibility (determined by auto insurance carrier).

REQUIRED ABILITIES:

1. Thorough understanding of universal precautions.

2. Thorough understanding of various working policies and procedures of the Medical Clinic at MACT Health Board, Inc.

3. Proficient in taking and recording patient's vitals, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature and urinalysis, etc.

4. Proficient in various clerical tasks required, e.g., assisting patients in completing forms.

5. Thorough understanding of various tools and equipment used by chiropractors

6. Proficient with cleaning solutions and sterile processes.

7. Thorough understanding of confidentiality rules regarding medical information as well as the Health Information Privacy and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE

Preference in filling of a vacancy will be given to qualified American Indian applicants in accordance with the Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Sections 472 & 473) and Public Law 93-638, provided the applicant has submitted appropriate verification of Indian preference for employment. Other than the aforementioned requirement, the MACT Health Board, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT REQUIREMENT:

MACT Health Board, Inc. is required to implement the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 45 CFR Part 79, Subpart F. As such it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees who are reasonably suspected of violating this act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Employer required fitness examinations shall include drug testing as evidence of employee and employer compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.