Psychiatrist
Role description
assesses and treats patients with mental health problems. They often work in collaboration with general practitioners and other health professionals to best meet the mental health and emotional needs of patients. Working in private, public or academic practice they see patients in hospitals, their private rooms, clinics and other community settings. Play pivotal roles in the teaching, research and administration of mental health care, as well as advocating for and leading improvements in service provision. Treat all types of mental illness, emotional disturbance and abnormal behaviour from mild conditions to those that are severe, persistent and life threatening.
Role skills
Qualifications
Bachelor of Medical Studies; Bachelor of Psychology; Doctor of Medicine