Demonstration of success on this exam will result in the achievement of the
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PURPOSE
The Chiropractic Assistant Externship credential documents the acquisition of hands-on experience in general chiropractic patient care, basic chiropractic medicine, and the administrative duties completed in a chiropractic office.
AUDIENCE
This credential is appropriate for chiropractic office assistants, chiropractic secretaries, office receptionists, and all others who participate in the daily operations of a chiropractic practice.
JOB/CAREER REQUIREMENTS
Credentials for Chiropractic Assistants signify basic competencies including the basics of chiropractic medicine, patient care and communication, customer service, administrative duties, and overall professionalism in a chiropractic office setting.
CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT WORKPLACE TASKS:
The Externship badge confirms the earner's continued and successful practice of the following tasks demonstrating their ability to:
Apply professional written and verbal communication with patients, office workers, and chiropractors
Demonstrate exceptional customer service practices for a chiropractic office setting
Manage overall office operations including patient reception and processing, scheduling appointments, computer work, and general daily operations
Manage or support financial aspects of the medical office including banking, cash flow, stock and inventory, and fee schedules
Assist with common legal, ethics, and compliance issues in chiropractic medicine including the Patient Bill of Rights, HR legal issues, compliance, and safety regulations
Apply basic knowledge of chiropractic medical terminology