What is the primary responsibility of a licensed chiropractor in an office?

The primary responsibility of a licensed chiropractor in an office revolves around the care and treatment of patients, which includes supervising unlicensed students or assistants who may be learning or supporting in the clinical environment. A chiropractor must ensure that all care provided adheres to professional standards and regulatory requirements, which includes guiding the unlicensed students in proper protocols and ethical practices. This supervisory role is critical not only for the effective functioning of the clinic but also for fostering a professional learning environment.

Maintaining patient records, while essential, is typically a task that can involve administrative staff as well as the chiropractor, but it does not encompass the primary clinical responsibility that comes with licensure. Similarly, marketing the office and scheduling appointments, while necessary for the operation of a practice, fall under administrative duties rather than the core responsibility of patient care and supervision.