Duties and responsibilities: Psychiatrists are medical doctors that evaluate patients to determine whether their symptoms are a result of a physical illness. As part of the clinical assessment process they may employ a mental status examination, a physical examination, brain imaging such as computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and etcetera. Some psychiatrists specialize in helping certain age groups and often employ individual or group therapy to gain insight into a patient's past. These professionals may work in a variety of settings and are expected to experience a favorable employment outlook in upcoming years.
Salary: $184,265
Education: Many medical school applicants have a bachelor's degree or higher. Upon earning their undergraduate degree, they need to apply to medical school. Psychiatrist must take a standardized test evaluating their qualifications to enter medical school, which is called Medical College Admissions Test. Many schools also require a personal interview and letters of recommendation.
Demand for this profession: According to the results of a recently released survey by the national physician search, psychiatrists are in great demand these days. In fact, the need for psychiatrists is rising faster than for physicians in and other specialty.
Reflection: No, i do not think i would like to become a psychiatrist because i don't seem interested in this career while i was reading what it is to be one. This career is good and gives an alright pay but i don't think this is something i'd like to major on.
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