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Psychiatrist salary
82 600 - 86 400 kr / month
Women earn 99% of what men do.
Hälso- & sjukvård
Working as a Psychiatrist
Working as a Psychiatrist, or a Specialist Doctor in Psychiatry, involves diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental illnesses and disorders in patients. It is a profession that requires both medical knowledge and psychological understanding to be able to help people with various forms of mental health issues.
Education and Requirements
To become a Psychiatrist, one must first complete a medical degree of approximately five and a half years, followed by several years of specialist training in psychiatry. After completing the training, one must also obtain a medical license. It is important to have a strong desire to help others and good communication skills to thrive and succeed in this profession.
Job Responsibilities
A Psychiatrist meets with patients to assess their mental health, make diagnoses, prescribe medication and therapy, and follow up on treatment results. They may also work with patients experiencing anything from anxiety and depression to more severe conditions such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
Salary and Salary Development
According to the latest statistics, the average salary for a Psychiatrist is 86,400 SEK per month. Men earn an average of 86,900 SEK while women earn 85,900 SEK. This means that women earn on average 99% of what men do in the profession. Compared to the previous measurement, the average salary has increased from 83,200 SEK to 86,400 SEK.
Considerations
If you are interested in working as a Psychiatrist, it is important to be prepared to encounter people in difficult situations and to be able to handle stressful and sometimes emotionally challenging situations. Having a good empathic ability and a solid interest in psychiatry are also crucial to thrive in the role of a Psychiatrist.
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