chiropractic assistant

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Tasks: Assist health care professionals. Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities. Develop information materials for patients. Follow through on treatment programs with patients. Help physical therapists. Maintain inventories of medications and pharmaceutical products. Maintain prescription records . Position patients for treatments by chiropractor or machine. Set up and dismantle equipment. Apply and adjust casts, splints and bandages. Clean and maintain equipment. Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies. Record vital signs. Assist chiropractor with patient health education. Collect statistics. Maintain supplies. Connect treatment machines to patients, as directed by chiropractor. Maintain inventory of equipment. Assist chiropractor with physical examinations. Document patient rehabilitation progress. Perform general clerical duties. Prepare and maintain cleanliness of collection areas. Process files and paperwork. Schedule and confirm appointments. Manage routine office functions including reception, telephone and booking appointments. Order supplies and equipment. Organize and maintain inventory. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel. MS Office. MS Outlook. MS Windows. MS Word. Area of specialization: Physiotherapy. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Creativity. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Employment terms options: Evening. Morning. Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Financial benefits: Bonus.