Chiropractor

WESTERN SIERRA MEDICAL CLINIC INC•Grass Valley, CA

6d•$104,000 - $135,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Chiropractor provides direct outpatient chiropractic services to WSMC patients, following current standards of chiropractic care appropriate to the local medical community and the scope of practice established by California regulations. The role includes coordinating care, documenting services for continuity of care and risk management, contributing to quality assurance and improvement efforts, and supporting WSMC’s mission. The Chiropractor diagnoses and treats musculoskeletal conditions and delivers quality, cost-effective care to patients of all ages and genders. The position is part-time, paid on a salary basis, and scheduled for the day shift. The listed annual salary range is based on full-time work and will be prorated according to hours worked. The position is located at 55-Glasson Way, Grass Valley, California.

Requirements

Valid California license to practice as a Chiropractor from the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) provider card.
Ability to provide high-quality, cost-effective care to patients of all ages and genders while maintaining a high degree of patient satisfaction.
Ability to work effectively with coworkers in cooperative decision-making and with staff and patients from varied ethnic, political, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Willingness to work flexible hours if necessary.
Ability to work independently and solve problems creatively and with initiative.
Commitment to supporting WSMC’s mission and principles.
Ability to document pertinent information in the electronic medical record and keep patient records up to date.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with an electronic practice management system.
Computer literacy, including use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, Windows, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to type 45 words per minute.

Responsibilities

Obtain relevant patient health and medical histories and conduct initial and ongoing assessments of medical, physical, and psychosocial status.
Conduct age- and history-appropriate preventive screening procedures and physical examinations.
Record changes in health status and identify medical risks, health needs, and individual, family, or community needs.
Develop differential diagnoses based on the history, examination, and clinical findings.
Develop and provide relevant patient education plans.
Diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions within the scope of practice established by California regulations.
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests.
Use vitamins, food supplements, foods for special dietary use, or proprietary medicines in accordance with applicable regulations.
Recommend further treatment or follow-up appointments, and explain risks and benefits of recommended procedures in accordance with consent protocols.
Document care outcomes to determine the effectiveness of the plan of care; reassess and modify care plans as needed.
Refer patients to other health professionals and community agencies as appropriate.
Deliver quality care while meeting WSMC productivity metrics and consult with patients by telephone when appropriate.
Attend assigned or applicable staff, departmental, and interdepartmental team meetings.
Participate in risk management, peer review, compliance, and quality improvement activities, including interdepartmental efforts.
Maintain complete and up-to-date patient electronic medical records in accordance with clinic policies.
Follow WSMC policies and procedures, infection control standards, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
Work cooperatively with coworkers and other healthcare professionals, and perform other duties as assigned.