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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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