Medicine
Psychiatrist career guide
Psychiatrists work in medicine settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacology, risk management, with pay typically ranging from $35,000 to $320,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Psychiatrists earn approximately $35,000–$320,000 per year with very high global demand. Entry typically requires medical degree plus psychiatry residency, plus registration with bodies such as GMC, ABPN.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Medicine |
| Education | Medical degree plus psychiatry residency |
| Certifications | MRCPsych, Board certification |
| Regulators | GMC, ABPN |
| Salary range (USD) | $35,000 – $320,000 |
| Demand | Very high |
Core skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Psychopharmacology
- Risk management
Career progression
- 1Psychiatry Trainee
- 2Consultant Psychiatrist
Specialty
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