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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Adult Psychiatrist - Flexible Schedule - Santa Barbara, CA

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Experienced in both medication management as well as therapy for child and adolescent populations....

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist - Outpatient - Encinitas, CA

  • Encinitas, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Encinitas, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Experienced in both medication management as well as therapy for child and adolescent populations....

Physician - Psychiatry - Child

  • Fargo, ND
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 22 hours 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
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 22 hours 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
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 22 hours 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

  • Plant City, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Plant City, FL
  • 3 days ago

If you are passionate about mental health and substance abuse treatment, we want to hear from you!...

Knowledge of general medicine and psychiatry; current developments in the field of psychiatry; clinic organization, medication management, and procedures....

• 100% Outpatient, no call. • Competitive compensation package including salary, PTO, malpractice coverage and CME allowance the first year. Bonuses and profit sharing potential during all...

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

  • Fresno, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 5 days ago

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

Psychiatrist - Alabama

  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 7 days ago

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

Edgewater Health

Psychiatrist

The psychiatrist collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care and improve overall mental health outcomes....

They work with patients experiencing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges, using therapy, medication management, and other treatment methods to promote mental well-being....

Psychiatrist

HealthCare Choices is looking for a dynamic, versatile, motivated, kind, gentle and empathic psychiatrist....

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...
(Oxford) Diploma: Mental health - eating disorder therapy
This is a course about a major problem of healthy eating - eating disorder therapy - when the 'healthy' aspect become UNhealthy. There are two Instructors: Chris Sivewright and Johana...

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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