ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Hiring an associate isn't just about finding a chiropractor with a good resume.
It's about finding the right person for the role you're actually trying to fill.
In this episode of the Built to Scale Podcast, Dr. Alan Miner and Dr. Mark Mouw break down what they've learned from personally hiring dozens of associate doctors and helping thousands of chiropractic practices through Chiro Matchmakers.
The chiropractic associate market has changed.
Today's owners are often looking for experienced A-player doctors—and that means understanding what the market actually demands, from compensation to clinical experience to the type of person you're bringing into your practice.
But here's where many owners get it wrong:
They try to hire a "mini-me."
Someone entrepreneurial. Someone who wants to build the practice. Someone who thinks exactly like the owner.
But that person may not want to stay.
Instead, the better fit may be a caregiver—a chiropractor who wants to focus on taking care of patients, work in a stable environment, and become a long-term part of the team.
In this episode, we discuss:
✅ How to determine why you're actually hiring an associate ✅ Why the chiropractic associate market has changed ✅ The difference between caregivers, business builders, and entrepreneurs ✅ Why hiring a "mini-me" can create unnecessary turnover ✅ How to create a clear job description before you start interviewing ✅ What green flags to look for in an associate ✅ Why work history and loyalty matter ✅ Why a candidate's goals should align with the role you're offering ✅ Why you should actually adjust a doctor before hiring them ✅ What you can learn by having a candidate spend time with your team ✅ The red flags that should make you think twice ✅ Why reference checks are still critical ✅ The five steps owners shouldn't skip when hiring
One of the biggest takeaways:
Don't hire an associate and then figure out what you want them to do.
Define the role first.
Know what success looks like.
Understand the type of chiropractor you're looking for.
Then find someone whose goals, behavior, experience, and values actually fit that role.
Because the goal isn't just to fill a position.
It's to find someone who can become a long-term, valuable part of your practice.
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