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Chiropractic Assistant Positions

by Dec 3, 2021

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As I have entered Phase II of the chiropractic program, I am so grateful for the many things I have learned as a chiropractic assistant. I started two different part time positions at the beginning of the trimester. One of these positions is with a “classic” chiropractor, and the other is with a specialized upper cervical chiropractor. I have been exposed to many different things through both opportunities, such as history taking for first time patients, rehabilitation techniques, and X-ray set-up and evaluation.

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Learning about rehabilitation before having any rehabilitation classes is invaluable for my growth as a student and as a future chiropractor. It is great being able to utilize some of the techniques that I am learning in my current classes at my chiropractic assistant positions, as hopefully that will allow me to perfect them before entering the clinic. I have also learned a lot about the importance of proper communication with new and old patients, whether it be through phone calls and voicemails, or in person communication. I hope to continue both of these positions for trimesters to come, as I will be able to continue to network myself, as well as learn valuable lessons from seasoned chiropractors. I think all individuals in the chiropractic program would benefit greatly from having a chiropractic assistant position, as there are some things that are impossible to teach in a formal classroom setting. These lessons can be learned through these assistant positions, and I am thankful for all of the opportunities and lessons that I have learned thus far.

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Hannah Synon

Hannah Synon

My name is Hannah, and I am in Phase III of the chiropractic program at NUHS. I was raised in St. Joseph, Michigan, a beautiful town on Lake Michigan. Currently, I live in Schaumburg with my husband, Zach. I love to travel, bake, and watch horror movies. Chiropractic medicine is my passion, as it provides more natural remedies and methods for obtaining a healthier life. I love meeting new people, and I look forward to sharing my chiropractic journey with you.

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