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Chiropractor

Last modified: November 07, 2011, 01:26 PM
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This is an ideal career for a logical and analytical thinker. Chiropractors diagnose and care for patients whose health problems are associated with the muscular, nervous, and skeletal systems, especially the spine. You focus on a holistic view, stressing the patient’s overall health and wellness and provide natural, drug free, nonsurgical healthcare and rely on the body’s inherent recuperative abilities.

Environment & Culture

You work in clean, comfortable offices and work an average of 32 hours per week. Solo practitioners set their own hours, but may work evenings or weekends to accommodate patients. You may be on your feet for prolonged periods and must be required to employ appropriate precautions in the use of ionising radiation in the event that you practice in a clinic with x-ray facilities.

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Chiropractors Association Australia

Chiropractors Association Australia

“The Chiropractors’ Association of Australia (National) is the peak body representing chiropractors in Australia. With over 2,500 members, the CAA is the largest chiropractic health body in Australia.

The CAA offers a strong unified voice for the chiropractic profession whenever called upon. Members of the CAA are bound by a professional code of practice based on ethical principles. They respect, care about and are committed to their patients’ wellbeing.”


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