Chiropractor Assistant

Chiropractic assistants work under a chiropractor’s supervision. Their work may be mostly clerical or a mix of clerical and helping with patients. It depends on the size of the office. The larger the practice, the more likely chiropractic assistants will specialize in a specific type of work. Larger clinics may cross-train chiropractic assistants in a variety of roles. Some assistants also do marketing and public relations for the clinic. In general, chiropractic assistants perform routine reception and clerical duties, such as answering the phone, booking appointments, keeping patient records, and ordering supplies (to learn more, see the Administrative Assistant profile). They greet patients and show them to a room and help them complete related health records (if necessary). They also perform objective clinical assessments and do routine bookkeeping tasks, such as bank deposits and payroll, and process patient insurance claims.

Average Hourly

$16

Range Hourly

$14 – $17

Average Yearly

$31,200

Range Yearly

$27,300 – $33,150

NOC Code

Other assisting occupations in support of health services (3414)

Alias Job Titles

Chiropractic aide; Chiropractic assistant; Chiropractic
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Qualifications Required

In general, chiropractic assistants train on the job. Most often, a high school diploma is required. Additional requirements vary depending on the position. Computer and bookkeeping skills are assets. There are no recognized chiropractic assistant programs in Canada. A therapy assistant diploma or a kinesiology background would be an asset.

Job Demand

High
Employment outlook is good to fair in most provinces. More information is available here.

Growth Opportunity

Prospects for advancement depend on clinic size. Most chiropractors employ only one or two assistants, so future openings are limited. Learning new skills is the most common form of growth.

Years’ Experience Required

0-1 year

Training Options (if available)

Not available. On-the-job training is required.

Personal Qualities

Excellent communication skills; empathetic; ability to work independently, Physical and mental stamina; Critical thinking skills,

Notes/Other Information

N/A

Potential employers/Workplaces

Chiropractic assistants work for chiropractors in private clinics and multidisciplinary health clinics.

Steps towards capacity building to become competitive for this job

1. Entry and completion of an accredited Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree program followed by completion of the examinations of the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board and of the provincial licensing body are required.

2. Licensing by a regulatory body is required in all provinces and in the Yukon.

References and resources

Alberta Learning Information Service
Job Bank Canada
National Occupation Classification ESDC
Neuvoo
Indeed