What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chiropractic Assistant/Front Desk position at Optimal Health and Performance?
Optimal Health and Performance is seeking a dependable, motivated, and compassionate Chiropractic Assistant/Front Desk team member to join our growing healthcare practice in Upper Darby, PA.
This position combines hands-on patient care with front-desk and administrative responsibilities. The ideal candidate is organized, personable, detail-oriented, and comfortable multitasking in a busy clinical environment.
Our practice specializes in chiropractic care, personal injury rehabilitation, and treatment of patients recovering from automobile accidents, workplace injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions.
We are looking for a reliable, long-term team member who enjoys helping patients, works well with others, and is eager to learn and grow within our practice.
Duties
Clinical Patient Care
- Greet patients and escort them to designated treatment areas.
- Assist with preparing patients for scheduled chiropractic treatments.
- Set up therapeutic equipment, including electrical stimulation and rehabilitation modalities, under the doctor's supervision and within applicable scope-of-practice requirements.
- Assist with maintaining efficient patient flow throughout the office.
- Prepare, clean, and sanitize treatment tables and equipment between patients.
- Monitor patient comfort and communicate questions or concerns to the doctor.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional clinical environment.
Front Desk & Administrative
- Greet patients and manage daily check-in and check-out procedures.
- Answer incoming phone calls professionally and assist with patient inquiries.
- Schedule appointments, confirm upcoming visits, and follow up with missed appointments.
- Maintain accurate patient records using ChiroTouch electronic health record software.
- Assist with patient intake paperwork, insurance verification, and documentation.
- Request medical records and communicate with other healthcare offices as needed.
- Assist with collecting copayments and patient payments.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.
- Support daily office operations and complete administrative tasks as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
- Previous experience in a chiropractic, physical therapy, medical, or rehabilitation office preferred but not required.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask between clinical and administrative responsibilities.
- Comfortable working directly with patients in a hands-on healthcare setting.
- Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn ChiroTouch software.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Professional, dependable, punctual, and motivated.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
- Willingness to learn new clinical and administrative skills.
Schedule & Compensation
- Pay: $13.00–$15.00 per hour, depending on experience.
- Expected Hours: 26–30 hours per week.
- Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
- Daytime hours; no weekends.
- Lunch breaks based on daily scheduling.
Benefits
- Paid vacation time accrued after a 90-day introductory period, up to 20 hours annually.
- Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable laws.
- On-the-job training.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
Why Join Our Team?
At Optimal Health and Performance, we are committed to providing high-quality, individualized patient care in a welcoming and professional environment.
We value teamwork, reliability, positive attitudes, and a willingness to learn. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing clinical and administrative skills while contributing to the success of a growing chiropractic practice.
Apply today to become part of the Optimal Health and Performance team!
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 26.0 – 30.0 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15