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Chiropractor - Hoover, AL

Birmingham, AL ยท On-site

$71K - $87K/yr

Chiropractic Doctor Opportunity Looking for a new way of delivering quality chiropractic care? The right adjustment is all it takes. Here at The Joint Chiropractic, we've got your back. As one of our ...

Doctor of Chiropractic

Renton, WA ยท On-site

$45 - $50/hr

We believe chiropractic should be accessible, consistent, and centered around long-term wellness, and we're looking for a doctor who shares that philosophy. This is an opportunity to join an ...

Doctor of Chiropractic

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$30 - $45/hr

Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree from an accredited chiropractic college * Valid North Carolina Chiropractic license or eligibility for licensure * Passing scores for NBCE Parts I-IV or recent ...

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How much do chiropractic doctor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for chiropractic doctor in the United States is $85,646.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chiropractic doctor?

A Chiropractic Doctor, also known as a chiropractor or Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), is a healthcare professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating neuromuscular disorders, with an emphasis on manual adjustment or manipulation of the spine. Chiropractors aim to reduce pain, improve functionality, and educate patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle through exercise, ergonomics, and other therapies. They often treat conditions like back pain, neck pain, headaches, and joint issues without the use of drugs or surgery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chiropractic doctor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chiropractic Doctor, you need a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, state licensure, and a solid foundation in anatomy, physiology, and manual adjustment techniques. Familiarity with diagnostic imaging tools, electronic health records (EHRs), and continuing education certifications in specialized techniques is often required. Exceptional communication, patient empathy, and problem-solving skills help build trust and ensure effective care. These competencies are essential for accurate diagnosis, safe treatment, and maintaining strong patient relationships in a healthcare environment.

How does a chiropractic doctor typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals in a clinical setting?

Chiropractic Doctors frequently work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive patient care. They often collaborate with primary care physicians, physical therapists, and specialists by sharing patient records, discussing treatment plans, and coordinating referrals when necessary. This teamwork ensures that patients receive well-rounded care, especially for complex musculoskeletal conditions. Building strong professional relationships and maintaining open communication with other providers is key to the success and growth of a Chiropractor in a clinical environment.

What is the difference between Chiropractic Doctor vs Physical Therapist?

AspectChiropractic DoctorPhysical Therapist
CredentialsDoctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) license, postgraduate trainingDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, state licensure
Work EnvironmentPrivate clinics, wellness centers, some hospitalsHospitals, outpatient clinics, rehab centers
Industry UsageFocus on spinal adjustments and musculoskeletal issuesFocus on rehabilitation and mobility improvement

Both Chiropractic Doctors and Physical Therapists are healthcare professionals specializing in musculoskeletal health. Chiropractic Doctors primarily use spinal adjustments to treat alignment issues, while Physical Therapists focus on restoring movement through exercises and manual therapy. They often work in similar settings and share overlapping patient populations, but their treatment approaches and credentials differ.

How much does a chiropractic doctor make?

The average salary for a chiropractic doctor in the United States is around $70,000 to $80,000 per year, though it can vary based on experience, location, and practice setting. Many chiropractors also earn additional income through patient volume, treatment specialties, and owning their own practice.

What cities are hiring for Chiropractic Doctor jobs?

Cities with the most Chiropractic Doctor job openings:

Infographic showing various Chiropractic Doctor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 12% Full Time, and 84% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,646 per year, or $41.2 per hour.

Chiropractic Doctor in Beautiful Colorado

Thrive Health Systems

Colorado Springs, CO โ€ข On-site

$110K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Wellness resources

Thrive Health Systems is looking for Chiropractors for what we call Lead Doctors. We are looking for Lead-ers, doctors who can gain excellent health care results for patients while being able to develop a practice utilizing approximately 20 hours a week of treatment time and 20 hours a week of administration.
Lead Doctors develop their "own" practice within a clinic, alongside other doctors.
Typical Lead Doctors are 2-4 years out of school, ready to develop their "own" practice and be the lead, rather than the associate.
To be successful at this, they typically have to have
  • Experience developing and delivering on health care plans
  • Patient goal management and accomplishment skills
  • Diagnosis skills
  • Treatment skills, ideally beyond the Chiropractic adjustment
  • A full health care philosophy that can meet the market and speak to the 80% of chronic illnesses, not simply back pain, that Americans' suffer from
  • Google Suite computer skills
  • EHR skills
  • Notes and Charges skills
  • Spreadsheet skills
  • High social skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Communication skills
  • Sales ability, if not skills

Why work with us?
Our company has proven its ability to develop multi-million dollar practices when we find competent doctors and business people, and we believe we are the highest paying company in the US, while serving 1000s of patients, helping them achieve their health care goals. We have the case studies to prove it. We manage what we measure, and we measure a lot.
We have a unique practice model that offers doctors the ability to practice their art, within a flexible business model that still has the structure necessary to gain results. We would definitely fall into the "mixer" category rather than "straight" chiropractic; however, we perform 1000s of adjustments a week.
We have 4 levels of doctoring at our company. The Lead Doctor role at our company can make up to $150,000 before qualifying for promotion and then having the potential to make $500,000+.
Here is a short list of the tools you have to work with:
  • Omni drop Tables
  • Arthrostim
  • Lumbar and Cervical Spinal Decompression
  • Functional Medicine
  • Class IV Laser Therapy
  • Blood, stool, and hair labs
  • Digital X-ray
  • ChiroTouch Practice Software
  • Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP) Analysis Software
  • Flexion Distraction Tables
  • Traction
  • Functional Movement Systems
  • Massage Therapy
  • Atlas Orthogonal
  • Graston Tools

You might be wondering how you can make this dream come true? We've already proven our ability to utilize these tools to create amazing health care results. We have the systems and know-how. The question is whether you can deliver your part.
We have corporate executives to support you and systems galore, and marketing to boot, but you have to do your part.
  • Your part looks like having the knowledge to lead patients from pain and sickness to health. Can you do that? Can you manage cases and obtain measurable, accountable health care results?

  • You also have to be able to communicate, and even sell. Can you do that?

  • You have to care and you'll likely have to be a leader. Are you about that?

  • When given the opportunity to communicate to the public, can you convert people into patients? If you were on the radio, would anyone listen? If you went on TV could you get someone to call?

  • Can you help patients understand their condition, motivate action, and help patients piece together the finance to get the care they want and need?

  • Do you have integrity, do what you say, care about your name in the community? Do you put service to others before yourself and strive for excellence in all you do?

This is what it takes to be a Lead Doctor. It's kind of a high bar; and a lot of your peers graduating alongside you will not have the character, capability or grit to do it. We ask for a lot, because it is a heck of an opportunity, and your patients deserve you being a leader.
If you think you can hurdle this bar, give us a call.
I know, I know; it sounds too good to be true. I've even had doctors say, "It's like you made my dream a reality." Well, that's exactly what we did. After 13 years in business, we think we have a pretty good idea about what Chiropractors wish for in a job. And then we built that.
If you think you can achieve the things mentioned above, give us a call at 719.238.5246.
Compensation: $110,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Thrive Health Systems was founded out of the back of a small home in Colorado Springs. You can read about , but the big idea is simple: we are about natural healthcare. All about it.
If you hurt today, then we want to help. The thing is, your body probably didn't always hurt. Your body wasn't always broken. If you have pain or discomfort, we believe this is the way the body communicates there is a problem. Therefore, the key to solving the problem is to understand the root cause, and address it. Address the root problem, and the symptom (which is usually pain or discomfort) takes care of itself.
There are ranges of measurement that indicate health, or dysfunction, for just about anything in life. Including health.
We belive that getting AHEAD of problems is better than reacting to problems.
We believe that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure (just like Ben Franklin said so).
We believe that healthcare can be far less expensive when a pro-active approach is used. We believe, and have seen, quality of life get restored when someone gets out of pain, gets off their meds, move away from the "battle of the side effects" and step into REAL health.
That's the big idea.
We're passionate about health. And the reason is because, without health, most people tend to not have much.
We've seen first-hand how a health problem can impact a marriage, or a father-child relationship.
We've seen first-hand how a health problem can impact job performance, and earning potential.
The consequences of neglecting one's health are real and severe. We invite anyone who disagrees to take a tour through our clinics, and hear the stories from people who walked a road in which health was lost...and then regained. And how through regaining their health, they got their ENTIRE life back. All our Chiropractors do is give the body that chance.