Psychiatrists

Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.

Median Annual Wage: $181,880

Education: Post-doctoral training (59%); Doctoral degree (34%); Master's degree (5%)

Projected Growth: Faster than average (15% to 21%)

Related Job Titles: Medical Doctor (MD); Clinical Director; Psychiatrist; Staff Psychiatrist; Child Psychiatrist; Consulting Psychiatrist; Prison Psychiatrist; Adult Psychiatrist; Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist; Outpatient Psychiatrist

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Source: O*NET OnLine information for Psychiatrists.

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  • Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals.
  • Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
  • Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
  • Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.
  • Examine or conduct laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical condition or mental disorder.
  • Counsel outpatients or other patients during office visits.
  • Advise or inform guardians, relatives, or significant others of patients' conditions or treatment.
  • Teach, take continuing education classes, attend conferences or seminars, or conduct research and publish findings to increase understanding of mental, emotional, or behavioral states or disorders.
  • Review and evaluate treatment procedures and outcomes of other psychiatrists or medical professionals.
  • Prepare and submit case reports or summaries to government or mental health agencies.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Psychiatrists.

  • Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  • Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
  • Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Psychiatrists.

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