Chiropractic Center Case Doctor

Classification/FLSA Status: Exempt – Faculty PositionPrimary Function: Chiropractic Center case doctors practice and supervise the provision of chiropractic care to patients in the college’s chiropractic center in accordance with the Doctor of Chiropractic’s responsibilities with a focus on the analysis and adjustment of vertebral subluxation and required competency standards.Key Responsibilities InstructionPractice, model and teach direct contact chiropractic care using the Sherman System as a Doctor of Chiropractic for patients of all ages demonstrating caring, compassionate and ethical behavior. Provide interns with an effective, guided clinical education experience monitoring and enforcing all professional, ethical and legal requirements inherent in the responsibilities of a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic and holding themselves and interns accountable to required professional, accreditation and behavioral standards including:health history and follow-up to chief complaint, new complaints, existing issues and developing issuesphysical and NMS examination and ongoing reexaminationimaging and other diagnostic studies as neededdifferential diagnosis and updatescase management/follow-up and review (including information technology and health promotion and wellness)codingplan of care including health goals and prognosisreport of findings, ongoing patient educationreferral and co-management (Inter-Professional teamwork)adjustment outcomes assessmentpatient transfer/close/releasecommunication and record keepingethics and integrity including HIPAA and FERPA compliance)Contribute to the development of the intern’s knowledge skills, attitudes and competence in the location, analysis and correction of the vertebral subluxationAssist with the development and implementation of clinical education and patient care procedures that inform and advance quality assurance practices to ensure patient care and intern performance exceeds competency standards for state licensing, NBCE exams, accreditation and college outcomes.Keep abreast of the latest clinical evidence, research, literature and techniques to support clinical education and improved patient outcomesRigorously assess intern competency and case performance to prepare competent Doctors of Chiropractic. Assessment includes on-going written and verbal constructive feedback (with remediation as needed) and documented follow-up to ensure improved performance is demonstratedCollaborate with the Center for Innovative Teaching & Learning (CITL) to foster enhancements in teaching methodologies and learningExhibit and role-model a communication style that projects a professional image and enhances the doctor-patient and doctor-intern relationships including HIPAA & FERPA complianceMaintain accurate and thorough patient records that provide a comprehensive information base and organized, legible documentation that is easily retrieved for the qualitative assessment of patient care, intern learning and effective risk management including HIPAA complianceConduct and/or supervise initial patient evaluations and subsequent re-evaluations to develop the most appropriate care plans for each case and to closely monitor patient progress with the internEnsure that re-evaluation of individual patients is performed on an appropriate schedule to monitor patient progressEnsure that all required quality assurance measures are followedRecognize, document and follow-up on contraindications and potential complications of patient care procedures and/or co-management issuesInstruct and demonstrate effective oral and written communication of recommended chiropractic care, co-management and referrals that may be indicatedRole-model the importance of and effective delivery of the report of findings and on-going patient educationSupervise, provide, and assist with pre and post spinal analyses and the administration of patient adjustmentsDocument x-ray diagnoses and or other diagnostic study diagnosesGrade and audit patient recordsParticipate as an examiner, proctor or exam materials writer for the Clinic Entrance Exam and/or the Clinical Proficiency Examination (Exit Exam) as requiredReport violations of the chiropractic center policies according to established protocolAssist in providing a fully stocked, clean chiropractic center and to report equipment malfunctions as requiredMeet faculty responsibilities as outlined in the Faculty Handbook Professional Development/ScholarshipParticipate in an onboarding program to ensure proficiency in the Sherman System to include spinal analysis, approved adjusting protocols and documentation standardsParticipate in activities that enhance individual, personal and professional growthAcquire new skills for program enhancement and development. For example, gain certification in chiropractic technique, diplomat status/specialty or some other aspect of clinical care/teachingSet annual professional goals that will contribute to the attainment of college goals and objectivesSubmit, to the chair of clinical curriculums annual assessment reports detailing his/her activities relative to meeting chiropractic center goals and objectivesActively engage in the continuous improvement of teaching and learning through teaching and learning scholarship, teaching innovation, collaboration, and peer review (see faculty handbook for Research and Scholarly Activity Expectation)Utilize individual and college-wide outcomes information for the ongoing development of his/her professional effectiveness and for the ongoing development of the effectiveness of the Doctor of Chiropractic Educational programModify teaching style based on faculty evaluations, assessment results and professional development experiences. Document modifications based on assessment resultsMaintain certificates and/or licenses necessary for employment eligibilityPost and maintain office hoursUtilize course and performance evaluation survey results to improve teaching effectiveness.Provide coverage for his/her responsibilities during foreseen absences Service to the CollegeDemonstrate responsibility for shared governance of the college by providing active participation and contribution to the Faculty Senate and on college committeesServe as a faculty mentor to assigned students and faculty membersLend enthusiastic support to college and chiropractic center policies and to fellow faculty doctors, particularly in the presence of interns and support personnelAssist chiropractic center support personnel in the smooth operation of the chiropractic centerParticipate in the evaluative process for self, department, and programAttend commencement exercises, Intern Pinning Ceremony, faculty meetings, committee meetings and the annual Lyceum and IRAPS as required.Assume any other duties that may be assigned by the dean of clinics.Basic Knowledge And SkillsA desire to share the philosophy, science and art of chiropractic and the responsibilities of a Doctor of Chiropractic with future Doctors of ChiropracticDoctor of Chiropractic degreeA current South Carolina chiropractic licenseAt least three years full-time chiropractic practice and teaching experienceStrong organizational, supervisory and communication skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to be assertive and enforce chiropractic center policies and proceduresCurrent certification in Basic Life SupportComputer skills: MS OfficeWorkload Expectations, Physical Demands And Work EnvironmentCase Doctor Workload Expectations:Recognizing the greater interaction of chiropractic center case doctors with interns and patients, the college has established a minimum forty-hour work week for this position. The dean of clinics will establish actual work hours. During college breaks, case doctors will only be expected to work as assigned based on chiropractic center hours and amount of needed coverage.A minimum of one hour per day is to be set aside for office hours, when interns can be sure that the case doctor is in his/her office and is available for consultation in addition to classroom and Chiropractic Center hours. The case doctor is also to be available when needed for school business.See current Faculty Handbook for sick leave, personal leave, jury duty, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and additional benefits.Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk, stand/sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.Work environment: While performing the duties of this job the employee works in a controlled work environment and the noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.General sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies.Qualified applicants should submit their resumes and salary requirements in confidence to Mandy Smith, Director of HR.Mandy SmithDirector of Human Resourcesmsmith@sherman.edu864-578-8770 x.231Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please open links below to view posters.Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. No sponsorship available.Sherman College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in administration of it’s educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, or other school-administered programs.May 25June 5June 13Sherman College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, or other school-administered programs.All Right Reserved. Copyright @2026Sherman College of ChiropracticWeb Design by Drum Creative