Chiropractors
Chiropractors treat patients with health problems related to back, neck, and other joint damage.
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National data for chiropractors (SOC 29-1011).
$29,660
$106,990
$145,000
$14.26
$51.44
$70.00
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Complete at least two years of college courses
  • Graduate from a chiropractic school
  • Pass a state licensing exam
  • Hours

  • Usually work a 40-hour week, although longer hours are not uncommon.
  • May work evenings or weekends to better serve patients.
  • CHIROPRACTORS will:
  • Use only non-surgical, drug-free treatments
  • Focus on overall patient health, not just back and neck
  • CHIROPRACTORS frequently:
  • Stand for long periods of time while examining patients.
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Repeat the same movements.
  • Bend or twist the body.
  • It is important that CHIROPRACTORS be able to:
  • Guarantee all details are done and their work is accurate. Errors in diagnosis or treatment could seriously endanger patients' health
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
  • Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
  • Use fingers or hands to grasp, move, or assemble small objects.
  • Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
  • Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
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