Psychiatrist Jobs

A Psychiatrist is a critical player in the mental health industry. They are medical doctors who specialize in mental health, including substance use disorders. Psychiatrists are qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological issues. Their job involves diagnosing and treating mental illnesses through a combination of psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, hospitalization, and medication. They can conduct physical exams, order and interpret lab tests, and prescribe medications to help manage mental health disorders.

To become a Psychiatrist, a medical degree is required, followed by completed residency training in psychiatry. They should also be board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Important skills for psychiatrists include strong analytical skills, excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of the human mind, and patience. Prior to becoming a Psychiatrist, an individual may have a job role as a General Physician, a Psychology Researcher, or a Psychiatric Nurse.

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Psychiatrist - Georgia

  • GA
  • 3 hours ago
  • GA
  • 3 hours ago

We believe that solving the accessibility issues in mental health care begins with taking care of our doctors....

Psychiatrist - Florida

  • Venice, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Venice, FL
  • 3 hours ago

We believe that solving the accessibility issues in mental health care begins with taking care of our doctors....

Psychiatrist - Texas

  • Irving, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 3 hours ago

We believe that solving the accessibility issues in mental health care begins with taking care of our doctors....

Psychiatrist - New York

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 3 hours ago

We believe that solving the accessibility issues in mental health care begins with taking care of our doctors....

Psychiatrist - Illinois

  • IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • IL
  • 3 hours ago

We believe that solving the accessibility issues in mental health care begins with taking care of our doctors....

Outpatient Psychiatrist (Child or Adult) - Medford, MA

  • Medford, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Medford, MA
  • 3 hours ago

management Full-time or Part-Time schedule Work on a clinical team of psychiatrists, advanced practice psychiatric nurses, and licensed psychologists and clinicians Ability to build rapport and establish...

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist - Northeast Ohio

  • Akron, OH
  • 18 hours ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 18 hours ago

Ohio-based Akron Children’s Hospital seeks Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists to lead its new community mental health centers....

Licensed Psychiatrist

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Mental health clinicians use Headway in a number of ways, ranging from conducting psychotherapy sessions with patients to providing and overseeing medication management....

Licensed Psychiatrist (Virtual)

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Mental health clinicians use Headway in a number of ways, ranging from conducting psychotherapy sessions with patients to providing and overseeing medication management....

Service Line at The Guthrie Clinic in NY/PA Opportunity Highlights Flexible schedule options for enhanced work-life balance Pioneer our Behavioral Health service line by establishing psychiatric and mental...

California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)

Psychiatrist

  • Chowchilla, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Chowchilla, CA
  • 4 days ago

Ready to join an organization where you can be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving social justice through comprehensive mental health care? Apply now! EOE....

Physician - Psychiatry - Child

  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 6 days ago

Location ND, Fargo Specialty Psychiatry - Child & Adolescent Visas Accepted N/A Practice Details Sanford Health in Fargo, N.D., is seeking a BC/BE Child Psychiatrist to join the regions leading team...

Physician - Psychiatry

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 6 days ago

Location ND, Bismarck Specialty Psychiatry Visas Accepted N/A Practice Details Sanford Health is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Psychiatrists to join a successful, well-established group of...

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Physician

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago

Initial new patient appointments are 60 minutes in length, follow-up medication management appointments 30 minutes in length....

Tadiso Inc

Psychiatrist

PROFESSIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: MD/DO degree needed from an accredited educational insititution Minimum two years' experience working as a practicing psychiatrist Psychiatry/Addiction medicaine...

Psychiatrist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
Psychiatric medications are widely prescribed to treat psychological disorders. Learn how to effectively use these drugs to improve their ability to help. It is highly likely that you, a member of...
Abnormal Psychology and Human Manupulation
The Abnormal Psychology course is a basic reference course for all professionals working in the field of mental disorders, psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, psychologists, psychological...
Managing psychiatric pharmacotherapy in older adults
Psychiatric medication management is the process of working with a psychiatrist to ensure that your psychiatric medications are effective and safe. This could entail altering dosages, replacing...

Salary for Psychiatrist Jobs Nationwide

This is the average annual salary for Psychiatrist jobs nationwide as reported by the BLS.

$256,930


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatrists offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.0%
Bachelor's Degree
29.6%
Doctorate Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
5.8%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.7%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatrists
4-6 years
28.8%
6-8 years
21.7%
1-2 years
20.6%
2-4 years
12.9%
10+ years
6.9%
8-10 years
5.2%
Less than 1 year
3.6%
None
0.5%



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