Psychiatrist Jobs in Kansas

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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Outpatient Psychiatrist-Open to H1B and J-1 candidates - Oskaloosa, KS

  • Oskaloosa, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Oskaloosa, KS
  • 4 days ago

health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering....

Psychiatrist Opening Just Northwest Of Joplin, Mo In Ks

  • Pittsburg, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsburg, KS
  • 4 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Provides positive impression, through words and tone, to patients, visitors, and employees presenting to the clinic areas.Provides outpatient mental health services for adult patients...

Licensed Psychiatrist- Kansas

  • KS
  • 6 days ago
  • KS
  • 6 days ago

Becoming a SonderMind psychiatrist means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in people's lives through personalized, evidence-based psychiatric...

Psychiatrist Job at Lifestance Health Inc. in Lawrence, KS

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 8 days ago

health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering....

in the United States and beyond.The Role: We are looking for a licensed Collaborating Psychiatrist to support our mission in improving access to high-quality mental health care!...

Remote Work

Outpatient Psychiatrist- Great Sign on Bonus - Shawnee Mission, KS

  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • 12 days ago

health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering....

Behavioral Health Medical Director- Child Psychiatrist

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 12 days ago

The Behavioral Health Medical Director- Child Psychiatrist is responsible for completing medical necessity reviews for general child psychiatry cases supporting commercial and Medicaid business lines...

Psychiatrist (Outpatient) - Edgerton, KS

  • Edgerton, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Edgerton, KS
  • 14 days ago

health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering....

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years.Some are far from home, others are local.Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings.CompHealth...

About the clinician's workday An outpatient psychiatrist is needed to provide coverage due to the upcoming retirement of a permanent provider....

Psychiatrist - Kansas

  • KS
  • 20 days ago
  • KS
  • 20 days ago

Psychiatrist - Kansas Needed in KS ID: 203905 Updated April 4th, 2025 JOB TITLE Psychiatrist - Kansas PROVIDER TYPE Physician SPECIALTY Psychiatry JOB TYPE STATE KS PRACTICE SETTING Hospital DURATION...

Large private mental health treatment organization is seeking an Inpatient Psychiatric Medical Director to cover our northwest Kansas City, KS 24 bed inpatient unit....

Psychiatrist Job at Ascension in Wichita, KS

  • Wichita, KS
  • 22 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 22 days ago

Details Specialty: Psychiatry Schedule: Inpatient; 12 hour shifts Call Schedule: 1:4 Practice Detail: Join a dynamic team of Behavioral Health Providers!...

Behavioral Health Medical Director- Psychiatrist

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 24 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 24 days ago

The Behavioral Health Medical Director- Psychiatrist is responsible for completing medical necessity reviews for general psychiatry cases....

Outpatient Psychiatrist

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 29 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 29 days ago

health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering....

Demographic Data for Kansas

Moving to Kansas? Find some basic demographic data about Kansas below.


Local
National
2,937,772
74,336

Psychiatrist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Psychiatrist Jobs in Kansas

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

$261,600


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatrists in Kansas offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.0%
Bachelor's Degree
29.6%
Doctorate Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
5.7%
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 in Kansas
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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