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Psychiatrists in Texas

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 Texas the median pay is $228,460 a year, 19% below the national median of $281,870.

$228,460median pay in Texas, per year
$104,290–$305,530middle half earn
1,690employed in Texas
$281,870U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Texas

435open roles like this on employer career sites, 55 in Texas or remote
9employers hiring
43posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in Texas and 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

Active ListeningSocial PerceptivenessCritical ThinkingSpeakingReading ComprehensionWritingMonitoringService Orientation

Knowledge areas

Medicine and DentistryTherapy and CounselingPsychologyBiologyEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal Service

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Licenses and training in Texas

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O*NET-SOC 29-1223.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Texas, annual.