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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Licensed Psychiatrist

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 18 days ago

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

LP (Virtual)

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 29 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 29 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatrist (Virtual)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

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

Psychiatrist - North Carolina

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

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

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist (Virtual Inpatient) - Open Rank

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago

The UNC Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Medicine, seeks to hire full-time child and adolescent psychiatrist faculty to work virtually providing...

Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Pinehurst, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Pinehurst, NC
  • 1 day ago

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population....

Setting: Hospital; Child and Adolescents with Developmental disabilitiesContract: 3 month contractSchedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00 pmCases: Pediatric developmental disability casesRequired:...

Psychiatrist

  • Clyde, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Clyde, NC
  • 2 days ago

Your Healing Mission Matters As a Psychiatrist at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Clyde, NC, you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally...

Child Psychiatrist Opening Nw Of Charlotte, Nc

  • Hickory, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 3 days ago

Medical Center is seeking a full-time BE/BC Child/Adolescent (IP/OP) Psychiatrist to join their team.a Hospital employeda 4 physicians, 2 APPsa 38-bed adult IP unit and OP clinic seeing both adults...

Adult Psychiatrist Physician

  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Specialization:** Psychiatry **Job Summary:** Mission Health is seeking a **geriatric/adult psychiatrist** to join our multidisciplinary behavioral health team, located in Asheville, North Carolina....

Adult Inpatient Psychiatry Physician

  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Description Specialization: Psychiatry Job Summary: Mission Health is seeking a adult inpatient psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary behavioral health team, located in Asheville, North Carolina...

Facility in North Carolina Seeks a Locum Tenens Psychiatrist

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 3 days ago

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. Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm with...

Psychiatrist (Addiction), Medical Director

  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago

The Psychiatrist may serve as a mental health team leader with responsibilities for coordinating consults and triage of specialty clinic referrals....

Adult/Geriatric Psychiatry Physician

  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Description Specialization: Psychiatry Job Summary: Mission Health is seeking a geriatric/adult psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary behavioral health team, located in Asheville, North Carolina...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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


Local
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Psychiatrist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
29.5%
Doctorate Degree
15.5%
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 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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