Chiropractic Assistant / Front Desk
San Jose, CA
Posted Jun 18
What the listing says
Role
- Setting
- Clinic
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Pay
- Against the board
- CA nursing median is $56/hr
CA nursing postings that state pay run $34/hr to $89/hr, the middle half $44/hr to $70/hr, across 2943 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
*Job Overview* Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Chiropractic Assistant / Front Desk! In this energetic role, you will be the welcoming face of our clinic, providing exceptional patient service while supporting clinical operations. Your enthusiasm and organizational skills will help ensure smooth daily workflows, accurate patient intake, and a positive experience for everyone who walks through our doors. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced medical environment, with exposure to diverse specialties including dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, and outpatient clinics.
*Duties*
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- Greet patients warmly and efficiently manage check-in and check-out processes using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Collect and verify patient information, including vital signs and medical history, ensuring accuracy for clinical documentation
- Assist with patient intake procedures such as recording symptoms, medication history, and relevant health details
- Schedule appointments, follow-up visits, and coordinate with providers to optimize clinic flow
- Support clinical staff by preparing exam rooms, handling basic medical supplies, and assisting with administrative tasks like ICD coding and documentation
- Maintain confidentiality of patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and HIPAA standards
- Manage phone calls, answer inquiries professionally, and direct patients to appropriate services or providers
*Skills*
- Must be fluent in Spanish able to translate Spanish to English
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and basic life support principles are highly desired but not essential
- Experience working in chiropractic office is highly desired
- Familiarity with EHR systems and medical administrative support functions is highly desired
- Ability to handle intake procedures, vital signs collection, ICD coding, and medication administration support confidently are a major plus
- Excellent patient service skills combined with strong organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities efficiently is essential
This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to grow within the healthcare field while making a positive impact on patient care. We are committed to supporting your professional development through comprehensive training and a collaborative work environment. Join us today to be part of a dedicated team that values energy, transparency, and excellence in healthcare delivery!
Pay: $25.16 - $30.30 per hour Work Location: In person
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Place
- City
- San Jose, CA
- Median rent
- $2,669/mo
- Local household income
- $146,427/yr
- Metro price level
- 10% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
San Jose area index 110.4, where 100 is the national average.
San Jose puts you in Silicon Valley, where Santana Row's rooftop patios, Japantown's weekend markets, and the redwood trails of Alum Rock Park fill your off-shift hours. Cost of living runs about 10% above the national average — offset by some of California's highest RN wages.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?