Chiropractor

Job SummaryThe Chiropractor will provide services to service members in an outpatient setting to support the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, CA.The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Employee may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesCore Duties:Perform a full range of clinical diagnosis and chiropractic treatment for commonly occurring neuromusculoskeletal conditions including subluxation complex.Conduct a patent history and chiropractic physical examination as clinically indicated.Use the modalities of heat, cold, light, electricity, sound, and exercises in patient treatment area.Provide patient instructions and recommendations in all matters pertaining to hygiene, nutrition, exercise, lifestyle changes and ergonomic factors in the activities of daily living.Plan and conduct lectures and training programs on chiropractic related subjects for staff, students, and patients.Order orthotics, lifts, collars, and lumbar sacral supports.

Place active duty patients on limited duty status (profile) according to MTF policy.Employ and record every measure of observation that will more substantially profile the patient during the initial patient interview and consultation.Utilize X-ray and standard laboratory tests appropriate to the chiropractic diagnosis and within the MTF's capabilities as detailed by the standard MTF operating procedures.Perform standard osseous and soft tissue procedures only, as commonly taught in Chiropractic College accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education.Document actions taken such as patient history, patient evaluation, treatments/adjustments, unusual occurrences, and morbidity in accordance with MTF operating procedures.