| Pediatric Psychiatrist Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Pediatric Psychiatrist. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Pediatric Psychiatrist along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Pediatric Psychiatrist is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric, Surgeon - Pediatric, Physician - Pediatric Cardiology, Physician - Pediatric Neonatology, Head Nurse - Pediatrics, Staff Nurse - RN - Pediatrics, Child Life Specialist, Child Life Program Director |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For 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. Prescribes medication when necessary. May need to act as an advocate for the best interests of the patient. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. |
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| Also referred to as: Child Psychiatrist, Physician, Child Psychiatrist |
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| Similar Jobs: Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric, Surgeon - Pediatric, Physician - Pediatric Cardiology, Physician - Pediatric Neonatology, Head Nurse - Pediatrics, Staff Nurse - RN - Pediatrics, Child Life Specialist, Child Life Program Director |
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| Level of Education: 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 |
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| Industries: Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare | |
