The Pros and Cons of Commission Based Chiropractic Jobs

Published on September 15

Many chiropractic positions use commission pay especially in high-volume clinics. Here’s what you need to know.

Pros

  • Higher earning potential with patient volume
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Often fewer admin duties than salaried roles

Cons

  • Income instability, especially early on
  • Pressure to meet quotas
  • Less control if patients are pre-scheduled

Know Before You Sign

Ask:

  • What’s the average monthly income?
  • Are you responsible for generating your own patients?
  • What’s the commission split and threshold?