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Psychiatrists

SOC 29-1066.00

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

8
Skills
8
Knowledge
5
Job Zone
No
Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening
4.6
Social Perceptiveness
4.5
Speaking
4.2
Critical Thinking
4.2
Reading Comprehension
4.1
Writing
4.1
Judgment and Decision Making
4.1
Active Learning
4.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Therapy and Counseling
4.9
Psychology
4.9
Medicine and Dentistry
4.8
English Language
4.3
Biology
3.8
Education and Training
3.7
Customer and Personal Service
3.7
Sociology and Anthropology
3.5

Key Tasks

1Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
2Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals.
3Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
4Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
5Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.

Also Known As

Addiction Psychiatrist Adult Psychiatrist Behavioral Analyst Behavioral Specialist Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist Child Psychiatrist Clinical Director Clinical Psychiatrist Consulting Psychiatrist Doctor

Tools & Equipment

Desktop computers Electronic blood pressure units Laptop computers Manual blood pressure units Mechanical stethoscopes

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