Psychiatrist Jobs in North Carolina

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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Looking for a Board Certified Psychiatrist, or recent grad ready to sit for the boards, with an unrestricted NC license, DEA, clean background and some psychiatry experience Correctional experience...

Licensed Psychiatrist (Virtual)

  • NC
  • 28 days ago
  • NC
  • 28 days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatrist

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Psychiatrist- Corrections- 8 hrs/wk!

  • High Point, NC
  • 10 hours ago
  • High Point, NC
  • 10 hours ago

Additionally, the Psychiatrist provides clinical consultation to mental health and health care staff on identified cases, ensuring high-quality mental health care for inmates....

Remote Psychiatrist

  • NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • NC
  • 16 hours ago

Consultation, Major Depressive Disorder, ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Panic Attacks / Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Sleep Problems, Depression, Stress /...

Psychiatrist

  • Cary, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 16 hours ago

provides a comprehensive range of psychiatric services to incarcerated patients, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders.Additionally, the Psychiatrist provides clinical...

Outpatient Psychiatrist

  • Greenville, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Greenville, NC
  • 16 hours ago

provide psychiatric evaluations, follow-up care, and medication management, serving as a key member of the multidisciplinary team.Responsibilities include diagnostic evaluations, pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy...

Staff Psychiatrist

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 16 hours ago

Position OverviewThe primary purpose of this position is to support the mental health and well-being of students by providing acute and primary psychiatric care to the student population.This includes...

Locum Tenens Position in NC for Psychiatrist

  • Pinehurst, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pinehurst, NC
  • 17 hours ago

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....

Locums Psychiatrist Is Wanted in NC

  • Pinehurst, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pinehurst, NC
  • 17 hours ago

If you are seeking a new opportunity or would simply like to learn more about locum tenens, give Weatherby a call today for details. Must have active state license BC required Weekdays Responsible...

Psychiatrist Job at Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Atrium Health Behavioral Health Charlotte is a vital part of Carolinas Medical Center and is the largest regional provider of mental health and substance abuse services in the Carolinas....

Weatherby can help you build a custom career plan, with multiple positions available for you today. Call us for specific details on your future job today. Willing to wait for license BC or BE...

Must have active state license BC or BE required Weekdays, Weekends, 7 on / 7 off, Flexible ACLS required Inpatient psychiatry procedures required Credentialing needed DEA needed Paid malpractice insurance...

Located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory has a temperate climate and abundance of natural resources. You will be just minutes from Lake Norman, the largest lake in North Carolina...

Psychiatrist Job at Universal Health Services, Inc. in Winston-Salem, NC

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 3 days ago

Join a compassionate and supportive team of psychiatric professionals treating adult patients with trauma-related and co-occurring mental health disorders....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.


Local
National
10,439,413
246,359

Psychiatrist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
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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...
The Memory Techniques Course
Most of the memory improvement courses are full of dusty theories, containing a lot boring and theoretical stuff about the functioning of the brain and memory, but dealing too little with the...

Salary for Psychiatrist Jobs in North Carolina

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

$250,530


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatrists in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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