[Core] [108% incumbents] Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
  DWAs: Treat patients using psychological therapies. | Prescribe treatments or therapies. | Prescribe medications.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals.
  DWAs: Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. | Record patient medical histories.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
  DWAs: Develop medical treatment plans.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
  DWAs: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.
  DWAs: Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Examine or conduct laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical condition or mental disorder.
  DWAs: Examine patients to assess general physical condition.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Advise or inform guardians, relatives, or significant others of patients' conditions or treatment.
  DWAs: Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Prepare and submit case reports or summaries to government or mental health agencies.
  DWAs: Prepare official health documents or records. | Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Serve on committees to promote or maintain community mental health services or delivery systems.
  DWAs: Serve on institutional or departmental committees.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Counsel outpatients or other patients during office visits.
  DWAs: Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.

[Core] [107% incumbents] 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.
  DWAs: Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues. | Maintain medical or professional knowledge. | Present medical research reports.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Review and evaluate treatment procedures and outcomes of other psychiatrists or medical professionals.
  DWAs: Analyze quantitative data to determine effectiveness of treatments or therapies.

[EMERGING:New] Perform mental health evaluations to provide information to courts of law on patients' mental states.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:4.62 lvl:5.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:4.25 lvl:4.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.25 lvl:4.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:4.12 lvl:4.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Science (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:4.94 lvl:6.72) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Psychology (imp:4.90 lvl:6.60) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:4.75 lvl:5.82) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  English Language (imp:4.27 lvl:5.05) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Biology (imp:3.81 lvl:4.57) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Education and Training (imp:3.67 lvl:5.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.66 lvl:4.92) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:3.53 lvl:4.46) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administration and Management (imp:3.23 lvl:3.43) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:3.04 lvl:4.11) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.02 lvl:3.72) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Chemistry (imp:2.92 lvl:3.68) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Law and Government (imp:2.80 lvl:3.21) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.66 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mathematics (imp:2.61 lvl:3.03) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administrative (imp:2.58 lvl:2.97) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.37 lvl:2.75) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Foreign Language (imp:2.15 lvl:1.86) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.11 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Geography (imp:2.00 lvl:2.06) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Communications and Media (imp:1.99 lvl:2.02) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.97 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Telecommunications (imp:1.76 lvl:0.98) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Physics (imp:1.70 lvl:1.37) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  History and Archeology (imp:1.66 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Transportation (imp:1.58 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.23 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Fine Arts (imp:1.19 lvl:0.35) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Production and Processing (imp:1.16 lvl:0.48) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:1.16 lvl:0.24) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Design (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Food Production (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.50 lvl:5.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.38 lvl:4.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:4.62) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.12 lvl:4.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.12 lvl:4.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Speech Recognition (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.38 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Memorization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Number Facility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Visualization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Response Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Stamina (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Depth Perception (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.96 lvl:5.84) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Getting Information (imp:4.80 lvl:5.81) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.66 lvl:6.12) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.65 lvl:5.68) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.53 lvl:5.87) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.38 lvl:4.44) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.34 lvl:4.91) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.20 lvl:5.89) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.01 lvl:5.02) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.90 lvl:4.24) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.89 lvl:4.90) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.86 lvl:5.15) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.85 lvl:4.70) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Processing Information (imp:3.80 lvl:4.66) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.77 lvl:4.71) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.74 lvl:4.96) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.72 lvl:3.77) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.64 lvl:4.30) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.61 lvl:4.35) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.50 lvl:4.81) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.49 lvl:3.94) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Working with Computers (imp:3.46 lvl:2.94) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.36 lvl:3.61) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.25 lvl:3.76) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.18 lvl:3.85) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.17 lvl:3.14) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.13 lvl:4.26) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.07 lvl:3.09) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.03 lvl:3.39) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.65 lvl:2.48) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.33 lvl:2.51) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.27 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.17 lvl:2.01) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.13 lvl:1.94) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.01 lvl:1.69) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.65 lvl:1.06) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.45 lvl:1.03) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.44 lvl:0.60) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.43 lvl:0.59) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.28) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.09) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:10.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:7.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cooperation (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Control (imp:4.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Stress Tolerance (imp:3.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.87) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Self-Control (imp:2.59) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.57) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Sincerity (imp:2.53) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.51) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.50) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cooperation (imp:2.47) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:2.31) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Empathy (imp:2.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.98) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:1.97) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.85) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.83) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.73) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:1.50) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Humility (imp:1.22) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.21) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.16) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Sincerity (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.50 lvl:5.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:4.12 lvl:4.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.88 lvl:4.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Persuasion (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Negotiation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Analysis (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Time Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operation and Control (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 27,980
  annual_median    : $281,870
  annual_pct10     : $84,060
  annual_pct25     : $154,150
  annual_pct75     : $362,740
  annual_pct90     : $446,520
  annual_mean      : $269,940
  hourly_median    : $135.51

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($353,500)
  lowest_state     : West Virginia ($63,320)
  dispersion_ratio : 5.583x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (46 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   23,310  median: $ 286,770
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,680  median: $ 305,530
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,550  median: $ 159,310
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      240  median: $ 188,090
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       90  median: $ 300,030
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       70  median: $ 280,010

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (6 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   23,310  median: $ 286,770
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,680  median: $ 305,530
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,550  median: $ 159,310
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      240  median: $ 188,090
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       90  median: $ 300,030
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       70  median: $ 280,010

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A psychiatrist is a physician who specializes in psychiatry. Psychiatrists evaluate patients to determine whether their symptoms are the result of a physical illness, a combination of physical and mental ailments, or strict mental issues. Sometimes a psychiatrist works within a multidisciplinary team, which may comprise clinical psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, and nursing staff. Psychiatrists have broad training in a biopsychosocial approach to the assessment and management of mental illness.
As part of the clinical assessment process, psychiatrists may employ a mental status examination; a physical examination; brain imaging such as a computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, or positron emission tomography scan; and blood testing. Psychiatrists use pharmacologic, psychotherapeutic, or interventional approaches to treat mental disorders.


== Subspecialties ==
The field of psychiatry has many subspecialties that require additional (fellowship) training, which, in the US, are certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) and require the Maintenance of Certification Program to continue. These include the following: 

Clinical neurophysiology
Forensic psychiatry
Addiction psychiatry
Child and adolescent psychiatry
Geriatric psychiatry
Palliative care
Pain management
Consultation-liaison psychiatry
Sleep medicine
Brain injury medicine
Further, other specialties that exist include:

Cross-cultural psychiatry
Emergency psychiatry
Learning disability
Neurodevelopmental disorder
Cognition diseases, as in various forms of dementia
Biological psychiatry
Community psychiatry
Global mental health
Military psychiatry
Social psychiatry
Sports psychiatry
The United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties in the United States offers certification and fellowship program accreditation in the subspecialties of behavioral neurology and neuropsychiatry, which is open to both neurologists and psychiatrists.
Some psychiatrists specialize in helping certain age groups. Pediatric psychiatry is the area of the profession working with children in addressing psychological problems. Psychiatrists specializing in geriatric psychiatry work with the elderly and are called geriatric psychiatrists or geropsychiatrists. Those who practice psychiatry in the workplace are called occupational psychiatrists in the United States and occupational psychology is the name used for the most similar discipline in the UK. Psychiatrists working in the courtroom and reporting to the judge and jury, in both criminal and civil court cases, are called forensic psychiatrists, who also treat mentally disordered offenders and other patients whose condition is such that they have to be treated in secure units.
Other psychiatrists may also specialize in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, dementia-related disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, sleep medicine, pain medicine, palliative medicine, eating disorders, sexual disorders, women's health, global mental health, early psychosis intervention, mood disorders and anxiety disorders such as obsessive–compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Psychiatrists work in a wide variety of settings. Some are full-time medical researchers, many see patients in private medical practices, and consult liaison psychiatrists see patients in hospital settings where psychiatric and other medical conditions interact.
As a physician (M.D. or D.O.), a psychiatrist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, and is uniquely qualified to prescribe medications and order a full range of medical and laboratory tests to assess the physical aspects of psychological problems.


== Professional requirements ==
While requirements to become a psychiatric physician differ from country to country, all require a medical degree.


=== India ===

In India, a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree is the basic qualification needed to do psychiatry. After completing an MBBS (including an internship), they can attend various PG medical entrance exams and get a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in psychiatry, which is a 3-year course. A diploma course in psychiatry or DNB psychiatry can also be taken to become a psychiatrist.


=== Netherlands ===
In the Netherlands, becoming a psychiatrist requires completing medical school to be certified as a medical doctor [2]. Subsequently, and generally only after several years of post-graduate work experience as an ANIOS, and after a competitive selection, a physician may enter the 4.5-year postgraduate residency program (become an AIOS) to specialize in psychiatry. The total path to becoming a registered psychiatrist in the Netherlands, therefore, takes a minimum of 10.5 years, comprising 6 years of medical school [3] followed by the 4.5-year residency, but is generally substantially longer.
Postgraduate training in psychiatry is regulated by the Dutch Association for Psychiatry (NVvP) in accordance with the rules of the College of Medical Specialties (CGS), part of the Royal Dutch Medical Association (RDMA).
According to the National Training Plan for Psychiatry (Landelijk Opleidingsplan de Psychiater) updated in October 2023, key requirements of the residency include:

Settings: Residents must gain experience in both a Mental Health Institute (GGZ) and a general or academic hospital.
Lifespan Context: Training covers the entire lifespan, divided into three contexts: Child and Adolescent (0–23 years), Adult (16–65 years), and Elderly (60+ years).
Profiling (Electives): A total of 18 months is dedicated to profiling. During this period, residents can choose to focus on specific age groups, treatment contexts, or academic themes.
Psychotherapy: Residents must perform at least 200 sessions of psychotherapy, including three process-oriented therapies and one group or system therapy. This is supported by 120 hours of supervision plus a minimum of 50 sessions of personal therapy (leertherapie) focused on the resident's own professional reflection and growth.
(In the Netherlands, a distinction is made between arts in opleiding tot specialist (AIOS) and arts niet in opleiding tot specialist (ANIOS). Both are fully qualified physicians (basisartsen) who have completed medical school and are licensed to practice. However, an AIOS does hold a formal position within a recognized postgraduate training program leading to a medical specialty, whereas an ANIOS works as a physician without (yet) being enrolled in such a program, often to gain clinical experience before entering specialist training. [4])
For further reading (contains some obsolete information): Ten Doesschate, R.J.A., & Hodiamont, P.P.G. (2007). Mental health in the Netherlands. International psychiatry: bulletin of the Board of International Affairs of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, 4(2), 39–41.


=== Pakistan ===
In Pakistan, one must complete basic medical education, an MBBS, then get registered with the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) as a general practitioner after a one-year mandatory internship, house job. After registration with PMDC, one has to take the FCPS-I exam. After that, they pursue four additional years of training in psychiatry at the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. Training inclu des rotations in general medicine, neurology, and clinical psychology for three months each, during the first two years. There is a mid-exam intermediate module and a final exam after four years.


=== Hong Kong ===
In the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), psychiatrists are required to obtain a medical degree, followed by a minimum of six years of specialized training. Then, they must achieve fellowship at the Hong Kong College of Psychiatrists and attain the qualification of 'specialist in psychiatry' from the Medical Council. Certified psychiatrists are inclu

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental health disorders through a combination of psychotherapy, medication management, and comprehensive patient care. They conduct thorough evaluations to determine whether symptoms stem from physical illness, mental conditions, or a combination of both, requiring extensive medical training and psychological expertise. These physicians work across diverse settings including hospitals, private practices, and community mental health centers to provide individualized treatment plans for patients with complex mental health needs.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A psychiatrist begins their day reviewing patient charts and treatment plans, often starting with hospital rounds or clinic appointments where they conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and medication reviews. They spend significant time listening to patients describe their symptoms, thoughts, and feelings, using active listening skills to gather detailed social and medical histories. Throughout the day, they analyze patient data and test findings to diagnose mental disorders, prescribe psychotherapeutic treatments or medications, and design individualized care plans using various therapeutic approaches. They collaborate extensively with psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive treatment strategies. Documentation consumes considerable time as they prepare case reports, update patient records, and communicate treatment plans to family members or other caregivers. Many psychiatrists also participate in community mental health committees or provide expert testimony for legal proceedings involving patients' mental states.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as psychiatrists possess exceptional intellectual curiosity and the ability to synthesize complex information from multiple sources, as evidenced by their high investigative RIASEC profile requiring extensive analytical thinking. They demonstrate remarkable attention to detail and integrity when handling sensitive patient information and making critical treatment decisions that directly impact human lives. Strong social perceptiveness and interpersonal skills enable them to build therapeutic relationships with patients experiencing severe mental distress, while their natural inclination toward helping others drives their commitment to patient care. These professionals thrive on continuous learning and staying current with evolving research in neuroscience, pharmacology, and therapeutic techniques, demonstrating the intellectual flexibility needed for this rapidly advancing field.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into psychiatry requires completion of medical school (4 years) followed by a psychiatric residency program (4 years), with 58.5% of practitioners pursuing additional post-doctoral training through fellowships in specialized areas like child psychiatry or addiction medicine. Candidates must pass medical licensing examinations and obtain board certification in psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. The extensive preparation needed reflects the Job Zone 5 classification, requiring mastery of both general medical knowledge and specialized expertise in mental health disorders, psychopharmacology, and various therapeutic modalities.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Psychiatrists typically advance through clinical practice roles, developing specializations in areas such as child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction medicine, or forensic psychiatry as demonstrated by the diverse job titles in the field. Many pursue leadership positions in healthcare institutions, academic appointments combining clinical practice with research and teaching, or private practice ownership offering greater autonomy in treatment approaches. The field offers opportunities for subspecialization through fellowship training, with some psychiatrists becoming department heads, medical directors of mental health facilities, or consultants for legal and organizational settings requiring mental health expertise.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Psychiatrists command substantial compensation with a median annual wage of $281,870 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, reflecting the extensive education requirements and critical nature of their work. The profession employs 27,980 practitioners nationally, with the largest concentration in healthcare and social assistance settings (23,310 employed), followed by government positions (2,680) and educational institutions (1,550). Geographic wage variation is significant, ranging from California's $353,500 average to West Virginia's $63,320, representing a 5.58x ratio that reflects both cost of living differences and demand variations. The growing recognition of mental health importance, combined with workforce shortages in many regions, suggests strong continued demand for psychiatric services, particularly as healthcare systems integrate behavioral health with primary care.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Psychiatry faces minimal automation risk due to its core reliance on complex human interaction, empathetic listening, and nuanced clinical judgment that cannot be replicated by current technology. While electronic health records and diagnostic tools may enhance efficiency in documentation and data analysis, the fundamental work activities of establishing therapeutic relationships, conducting psychotherapy, and making complex treatment decisions require distinctly human capabilities. The profession may benefit from AI-assisted diagnostic tools and predictive analytics, but the interpersonal nature of mental health treatment ensures continued demand for human psychiatric expertise.

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