We surveyed 345 chiropractors to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical chiropractor. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a chiropractor?
Low
High
Working as a chiropractor typically requires higher levels of intelligence when compared with the average career. This means that chiropractors are required to actively learn new things related to their discipline and solve complex problems.
Can I learn to become a chiropractor?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a chiropractor typically depends predominantly on qualities you’re born with, with a small aspect of skills you can learn.
Is it easy to get a job as a chiropractor?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a chiropractor. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for chiropractors.
Do chiropractors work full-time or part-time?
86% of chiropractors work in full-time roles while 14% work part-time.
Is being a chiropractor stressful?
Low
High
Chiropractors tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a chiropractor?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particuarly important part of being a chiropractor.
How competitive is the workplace for chiropractors?
Low
High
Chiropractors see mild competition in their workplace.
Does being a chiropractor require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for chiropractors.
Are chiropractors allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Chiropractors are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.