Psychiatrists in California
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who diagnose and treat mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. They work in hospitals, private practices, clinics, and psychiatric facilities, where they conduct evaluations, prescribe medications, and provide therapy or coordinate care with other mental health professionals. In California the median pay is $353,500 a year, 25% above the national median of $281,870.
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Who is hiring in California
Openings in California and remote
- Physician (SUD Psychiatrist) · Veterans Health Administration · Los Angeles, California · $265000–$315000
- Licensed Psychiatrist · Headway.co · USA · Remote
- Online Psychiatrist (MD/DO) · Uplift · USA · Remote
- Staff Psychiatrist (MD or DO) — Remote | Telehealth | Full-Time or Part-Time | R · Legion Health · United States · Remote
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What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold doct.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Psychiatrists.
Licenses and training in California
Psychiatrists pay in other states
Related occupations
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O*NET-SOC 29-1223.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, California, annual.