Is being a psychiatrist a good fit for you?
Diagnoses and treats mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety. Talks with patients and can prescribe medicine.
What the work involves
- Prescribes, directs or gives talking therapies or medicines for mental, emotional or behaviour problems.
- Gathers and keeps patient information and records, including social and medical history from patients, relatives or professionals.
- Works with doctors, psychologists, social workers, nurses and others to discuss treatment plans and progress.
- Counsels outpatients and other patients during visits.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a psychiatrist is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.