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Psychiatrists

District Of Columbia

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

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Currently Employed: 256

Yearly Projected Openings: 10

Typical Hourly Wage: $25.91 - $80+

Typical Annual Salary: $53,900 - $166,400+

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Typical education needed for entry: Doctoral or professional degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Internship/residency

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Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.
Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
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.
Counsel outpatients or other patients during office visits.
Examine or conduct laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical condition or mental disorder.
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.

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