How much does a Clinical Psychiatrist make in the United States? The average Clinical Psychiatrist salary in the United States is $253,000 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $226,800 and $283,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Clinical Psychiatrist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Clinical Psychiatrist Salary $202,946 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Clinical Psychiatrist Salary $226,800 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Clinical Psychiatrist Salary $253,000 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Clinical Psychiatrist Salary $283,000 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Clinical Psychiatrist Salary $310,313 US March 26, 2024
25% $226,800 10% $202,946 90% $310,313 75% $283,000 $253,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Clinical Psychiatrist performs initial psychiatric assessments, develops individualized care plans, and implements treatment for the patient. Evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with mental illnesses through a combination of personal counseling (psychotherapy), psychoanalysis, hospitalization, and/or medication. Being a Clinical Psychiatrist monitors and records client progress, and amends treatment plan according to patient response. Prescribes psychopharmacological medications as needed. In addition, Clinical Psychiatrist requires an advanced degree of Doctor of Medicine (M. D.) and completion of a psychiatry residency. Typically reports to a medical director. Typically requires board certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). Requires a state license to practice. Clinical Psychiatrist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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