Psychiatrists
SOC Code: 29-1223 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent mental disorders.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Psychiatrists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring, FL | $65,770 | $235,477 | $405,205 | $574,912 |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL | $76,315 | $241,758 | $407,202 | $572,645 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $66,914 | $234,582 | $402,251 | $569,920 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $64,251 | $232,710 | $401,170 | $569,629 |
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $103,584 | $247,333 | $391,082 | $534,830 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $106,038 | $247,874 | $389,730 | $531,565 |
| South Florida nonmetropolitan area | $88,982 | $233,189 | $377,395 | $521,602 |
| Ocala, FL | $66,498 | $218,150 | $369,782 | $521,435 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $72,280 | $217,027 | $361,774 | $506,522 |
| Wildwood-The Villages, FL | $69,867 | $209,165 | $348,442 | $487,739 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Physician Affiliate Group of NY, PC | 58 | $480,803 |
| Mark David Levine, M.D., Professional Corporation | 36 | $314,244 |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | 24 | $233,542 |
| NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF MENTAL HEALTH | 14 | $235,519 |
| NYU Grossman School of Medicine | 13 | $256,463 |
| LIFESPAN PHYSICIAN GROUP INC. | 11 | $256,091 |
| California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation | 11 | $295,700 |
| Massachusetts General Physicians Organization | 10 | $209,904 |
| Carilion Medical Center | 9 | $260,625 |
| Sheppard Pratt Physicians, P.A. | 8 | $256,095 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 43 | $248,680 |
| 2023 | 198 | $316,279 |
| 2024 | 351 | $2,514,724 |
| 2025 | 337 | $260,042 |
| 2026 | 35 | $259,096 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 4.6 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.5 | |
| Speaking | 4.2 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.2 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Monitoring | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Therapy and Counseling | 4.9 |
| Psychology | 4.9 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 4.8 |
| English Language | 4.3 |
| Biology | 3.8 |
| Education and Training | 3.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.7 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Other | 58.5% |
| Post-first professional | 34.2% |
| Doctoral degree | 5.0% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 1.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.
- Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
- Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
- Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals.
- Counsel outpatients or other patients during office visits.
- Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
- Examine or conduct laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical condition or mental disorder.
- Advise or inform guardians, relatives, or significant others of patients' conditions or treatment.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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