Chiropractor

For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.

FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy.

Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others.  FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management.   

The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.

Analyzes x-rays to locate the sources of patients' difficulties and to rule out fractures or diseases as sources of problems. Obtains, records and maintains patients' medical histories. Counsel and advise patients about nutrition, exercise, stress management, and recommended courses of treatment. Evaluates, diagnoses and performs a series of manual adjustments to the spine, or other articulations of the body, to correct the musculoskeletal system. Consults with and refer patients to appropriate health practitioners when necessary.

Job Roles

• Answers all patient questions regarding their medical status and treatment methods.

• Explains all products, services, and treatments to patients and assists them with their individual needs.

• Initiate, develop and maintain a personalized relationship with each patient.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Promotes chiropractic services and treatments and encourages repeat business, creating an upward trend in client retention.

• Provides consultations, exams, and treatment plans for patients.

• Responds to patient's needs attentively and promptly and services patients in a friendly and professional manner.

Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

• At least one year of chiropractic experience preferred

• Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

• State license required.

• Successful completion of the State Board Examination.

• Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)

• Ability to educate patients on benefits of regular chiropractic maintenance, nutrition and exercise.

• Ability to provide high volume of chiropractic adjustments daily

• Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.

Rewards:

• Job type: Per Diem

• Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits

• Retirement Plan with Employer Match

• Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays

• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance

• Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.

We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:

Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)

FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.