Pediatric Psychiatrist
Pediatric Psychiatrist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders affecting children, adolescents, and their families. Diagnoses disorders, including nature and extent, determines the appropriate course of treatment, and discusses these treatment plans with the child or adolescent and the responsible adults. Being a Pediatric Psychiatrist prescribes medication when necessary. May need to act as an advocate for the best interests of the patient. Additionally, Pediatric Psychiatrist requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Pediatric Psychiatrist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
Find out Job Distribution by:- Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
- Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries with an Associate's Degree
- Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree
- Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA
- Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
- Boston, MA Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- Chicago, IL Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- New York, NY Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- Houston, TX Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- Little Rock, AR Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- New Brunswick, NJ Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- Miami, FL Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- Pittsburgh, PA Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- Los Angeles, CA Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries
- Philadelphia, PA Pediatric Psychiatrist Salaries