Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.
Requirements
Doctoral or professional degree
Internship/residency
Current Practitioner License
All necessary child abuse clearances (PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and Federal Criminal History Clearance)
Valid driver’s license
Auto insurance
Malpractice insurance and General Liability Insurance
Responsibilities
Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals.
Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
Examine or conduct laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical condition or mental disorder.
Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.
Counsel outpatients or other patients during office visits.
Advise or inform guardians, relatives, or significant others of patients' conditions or treatment.
Teach, take continuing education classes, attend conferences or seminars, or conduct research and publish findings to increase understanding of mental, emotional, or behavioral states or disorders.
Review and evaluate treatment procedures and outcomes of other psychiatrists or medical professionals.
Prepare and submit case reports or summaries to government or mental health agencies.