What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chiropractic Rehab Specialist position at Catalyst Chiropractic and Rehab?
Why This Role Exists (Purpose)
This role exists to support patient outcomes between doctor visits by delivering consistent, safe, and effective therapies—and by coaching patients so care continues outside the clinic.
You are the stabilizer of the care plan. When this role is done well, patients progress faster, doctors trust the flow, and the clinic runs smoothly without bottlenecks or guesswork.
What Winning Looks Like (Outcomes)
You are winning when:
1. Therapies are delivered safely and consistently
Every patient receives the correct therapy, set up properly, every time.
2. Patients understand and follow their home care exercises and traction are taught clearly and reinforced with confidence.
3. Clinical flow stays on time Patients move through therapy without delays or confusion.
4. Travel cards and therapy plans are accurate, no missed visits, no incorrect entries, no surprises for doctors or billing.
5. Patients feel supported—not rushed or ignored they feel coached, encouraged, and cared for.
Core Responsibilities
Rehab exercises and shockwave therapy
- Apply prescribed passive therapies safely
- Set up and monitor shockwave equipment
- Follow provider instructions precisely
- Maintain sanitation and safety standards
Patient Coaching (Home Care)
- Teach prescribed exercises and traction homework
- Use simple language and demonstrations
- Confirm understanding using teach-back
- Encourage compliance without pressure
Therapy Flow & Time Management
- Prepare therapy areas ahead of schedule
- Keep patients moving on time
- Communicate delays or issues early
Travel Cards & Documentation
- Manage patient encounter forms accurately
- Track therapy visits correctly
- Ensure documentation is completed daily
Team Communication
- Communicate patient concerns or issues to doctors
- Coordinate with front desk and billing as needed
Skills That Matter Here
This is a clinical support coaching role, not a technician-only role.
1. Safety-First Execution
You follow protocols exactly.
This means:
- Correct positioning every time
- Awareness of contraindications
- Immediate escalation of concerns
2. Consistency Under Repetition
You deliver the same quality care on the first patient and the last patient.
This means:
- No shortcuts
- No drifting from standards
- Reliable performance
3. Patient Coaching Skill
You can teach, not just demonstrate.
This means:
- Clear explanations
- Patient-friendly language
- Confirming understanding
4. Time Awareness-You respect the schedule.
This means:
- Preparing ahead
- Avoiding bottlenecks
- Supporting clinic flow
5. Calm, Reassuring Presence
Patients feel safe with you.
This means:
- Professional tone
- Attentive behavior
- Confidence without ego
Scorecard (How Performance Is Measured)
Primary Focus: Consistency and safety
Supporting Metrics
- Home care compliance checks completed
- Therapy on-time rate
- Encounter form accuracy (errors = 0)
- Patient experience feedback (internal)
Standards (Non-Negotiable)
- No deviations from prescribed therapy
- Clean, safe therapy areas at all times
- Documentation completed daily
- Patient dignity and comfort respected
What This Role Is Not
- Not a rushed, assembly-line position
- Not a role for cutting corners
- Not a place to "just set machines"
This is a patient outcome support role.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Language:
- Fluent English (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Minneapolis, MN 55449 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20