Santa Cruz Community Health (SCCH) is a multi-site, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving Santa Cruz County residents. SCCH began as a women's health collective in 1974 with the mission to improve the health of our patients and the community and advocate the feminist goals of social, political, and economic equality. Now, 50 years later, we serve that same mission at our three clinic sites: the Santa Cruz Women's Health Center in downtown Santa Cruz serving women and children; the Live Oak Health Center serving everyone; and the Santa Cruz Mountain Health Center providing appropriate and expanded access to care for our patients in the San Lorenzo Valley. Driven by our commitment to health care as a human right, SCCH is a leading non-profit provider offering comprehensive health services to our patients, regardless of their ability to pay. We have been recognized in the community as a leader in delivering high-quality, innovative care, and we are active in local, state, and national advocacy work that empowers our patients and community to be healthy, happy, and successful.

SCCH has a diverse patient population and an engaging and friendly work environment. Our caring and committed staff work as a team to fulfill our mission so that all our patients have access to quality, whole-person health care.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Site Medical Director, Chiropractors at Santa Cruz Community Health (SCCH) provide comprehensive care services, including working with patients and helping them with their rehabilitation needs. Chiropractors perform physical examinations and address musculoskeletal conditions utilizing joint manipulation and physiotherapeutic modalities. Additionally, they advise patients on diets, exercise and other lifestyle issues. Chiropractors work with a Care Team in a patient centered medical home structure.

Reports to: Site Medical Director

Location: In-Clinic,Live Oak Health Center

Classification: Part Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Hours: 20-30 hours a week, Varies

Language Requirement: None

Pay Rate: $61.90-$120.42 /hr; DOE

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree and be a licensed chiropractor in good standing in the State of California

• Ability to work some evenings and Saturdays

• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff and to carry out the stated mission of Santa Cruz Community Health

• Commitment to preventative care and empowering patients to make informed health care decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual conversant/fluent in English and Spanish highly desirable

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Demonstrates knowledge and use of medical resources and procedures and policies, and applicable federal and state rules and regulations.

• Demonstrates ability to assess, implement and monitor options and services to meet individual patients’ health needs

• Effectively achieves quality, timely and measurable outcomes

• Acts as a patient liaison with clinic staff and community contacts

• Demonstrates ability to effectively use clinic’s Electronic Health Records Systems (EHR).

• Participates in appropriate staff meetings and agency activities

• Perform all clinical and administrative duties expected of a chiropractor at SCCH.

Customer Service

• Provides patient-centered customer service at all times

• Demonstrates the ability effectively use clinic’s Electronic Health Records Systems (EHR)

• Participates in appropriate staff meetings and agency activities

• Performs in all clinical and administrative duties expected of a chiropractor at SCCH

Communication Skills

• Oral and written communication is clear, concise, accurate, positive, and respectful

• Response to oral and written questions, instructions, and information is timely and appropriate

• Regularly checks work related email and mailbox

Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills

• Dealings with others are characterized by fairness, courtesy, diplomacy, honesty, firmness, empathy and confidence

• Effective in offering support and assistance to others, in obtaining information from others, and in supplying information to others

• Is approachable and open to suggestions

• Demonstrates a positive attitude, flexibility and the ability to develop effective relationships by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills

Judgment/Problem Solving

• Uses critical thinking and common sense to analyze situations, make timely and valid decisions, and take appropriate actions

• Demonstrates good judgment in making decisions

Reliability

• Completes all assigned duties in an accurate, timely and efficient manner

• Arrives to work on time and maintains consistent attendance

• Follows instructions and appropriate procedures

BENEFITS:

We offer a quality benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance! Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits suite for those working 20+ hours per week, including employer-subsidized health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, plus optional pet insurance and supplemental coverage; coverage begins the first of the month after 30 days of employment. From day one, you'll accrue paid time off, have paid holidays, and a 2% automatic 401K enrollment with a 2% company match. You'll also benefit from access to a wellness reimbursement program, a telecommuting stipend when applicable, plus, we cover license and certification fees and provider CME (fees and days off). Celebrate with us at monthly staff events and bi-annual company-wide celebrations and take advantage of ongoing training opportunities.

SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (W/M/V/D)