DETAILED OCCUPATION DATA
29-1066 Psychiatrists
Occupational Description:
Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.| Percentiles | |||||||||
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| Geography | Employment | Emp SE* | Mean | Mean SE* | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
| Minnesota | 290 | 31 | >$94.00/hr | $4.38/hr | $43.82/hr | $77.74/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr |
| U S | 24,210 | 896 | $86.52/hr | $1.64/hr | $34.57/hr | $58.72/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr |
| *SE = Standard error, a measure of the statistical reliability of the estimate. | |||||||||
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Tasks for Psychiatrists
- Analyzes and evaluates patient data and test or examination findings to diagnose nature and extent of mental disorder.
- Prescribes, directs, and administers psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
- Gathers and maintains patient information and records, including social and medical history obtained from patient, relatives, and other professionals.
- Advises and informs guardians, relatives, and significant others of patient's condition and treatment.
- Teaches, conducts research, and publishes findings to increase understanding of mental, emotional, behavioral states and disorders.
- Prepares case reports and summaries for government agencies.
- Reviews and evaluates treatment procedures and outcomes of other psychiatrists and medical professionals.
- Examines or conducts laboratory or diagnostic tests on patient to provide information on general physical condition and mental disorder.
