Psychiatrist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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.

1-15 of 129 Jobs

/ 50% clinical Help pioneer our Behavioral Health service line by establishing psychiatric and mental health services throughout Guthries 15-county service area in Upstate NY and Northeastern PA Provide...

Psychiatrist may have opportunity to provide some individual and/or family psychotherapy as opportunity and interest permit....

Remote Work

LP (Remote)

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago

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

Remote Work

Licensed Psychiatrist

  • PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • PA
  • 60+ days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatrist (Virtual)

  • PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • PA
  • 90+ days ago

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

LP (Virtual)

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago

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

Child Inpatient Psychiatrist PPI

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 8 hours ago

Child Inpatient Psychiatrist Opportunity in Harrisburg, PA About the Position: The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health for Penn State College of Medicine and the Penn State Health Milton...

Psychiatrist

  • Newtown Square, PA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newtown Square, PA
  • 15 hours ago

Each facility is specially designed to provide a safe, comfortable and nurturing environment to begin the journey to better mental health....

Consult - Liaison Psychiatrist

  • Lawrenceville, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lawrenceville, PA
  • 16 hours ago

OverviewNorthside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing.Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more...

Psychiatrist

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 16 hours ago

The Attending Psychiatrists are members of the team who include psychiatric social workers and other mental health professionals and work in conjunction with psychologists....

Psychiatrist Or Pmhnp

  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mount Joy, PA
  • 16 hours ago

The patients receive quality psychotherapy sessions, medication management, and other services by our extraordinary team of clinicians.We are looking for a new employee for an entry-level position,...

Psychiatrist- Adult Inpatient

  • Mount Gretna, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Gretna, PA
  • 2 days ago

WellSpan Health is seeking an experienced Inpatient Adult Psychiatrist for our established practice in Mt. Gretna, PA....

Psychiatrist

  • Havertown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Havertown, PA
  • 2 days ago

CGRC's Psychiatrist works as a part of CGRC's Psychiatry team....

Psychiatrist Role Available in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

You will enjoy living in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, with all the charm and security that comes from people knowing their neighbors and looking out for their welfare. Along Main Street and...

Staff Psychiatrist - Warren State Hospital

  • Warren, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, PA
  • 3 days ago

Take a new and exciting step in your career as a psychiatrist! Warren State Hospital is seeking a hardworking, passionate, and caring Staff Psychiatrist to join our team....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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


Local
National
13,002,700
303,027

Psychiatrist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireMentalHealth curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...
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 Pennsylvania

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

$272,960


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatrists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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%



Psychiatrist Related Career Advice Articles

Valera Health iHire business spotlight
Business Spotlight: Valera Health

Valera Health strives to provide the highest-quality virtual mental healthcare. Discover what makes Valera Health a great place to work in this Business Spotlight from iHire.

Read article »
healthcare workers providing virtual care
How to Get a Remote Job in the Mental Health Industry

What’s the outlook for virtual or remote mental health careers? Discover if a role in teletherapy is right for you.

Read article »