Psychiatrist Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

Psychiatrist Salary in Lafayette, LA

How much does a Psychiatrist make in Lafayette, LA? The average Psychiatrist salary in Lafayette, LA is $231,247 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $207,221 and $258,672. 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. 

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10th Percentile Psychiatrist Salary $185,346 Lafayette,LA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Psychiatrist Salary $207,221 Lafayette,LA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Psychiatrist Salary $231,247 Lafayette,LA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Psychiatrist Salary $258,672 Lafayette,LA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Psychiatrist Salary $283,641 Lafayette,LA April 24, 2024
25% $207,221 10% $185,346 90% $283,641 75% $258,672 $231,247 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Psychiatrist need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Scheduling: Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.

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Case Management: Connecting patients with suitable healthcare providers, resources, and services to ensure they receive optimal, cost-effective care.

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Client Service: Client services are the processes and interactions organizations and members of their staff have with their clients.

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Scheduling 2.97%
Case Management 1.96%
Client Service 1.14%
Others 93.93%

Job Description for Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with mental illnesses through a combination of personal counseling (psychotherapy), psychoanalysis, hospitalization, and/or medication. Performs initial psychiatric assessments, develops individualized care plans, and implements treatment for the patient. Being a Psychiatrist prescribes psychopharmacological medications as needed. Monitors and records client progress, and amends treatment plan according to patient response. Additionally, Psychiatrist requires a MD degree. Must have completed 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. 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)... View full job description

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Job Openings for Psychiatrist in Lafayette, LA
  • Headway - , LA
    Remote Licensed Psychiatrist. . Wage: Between $148-$238 an hour. Are you a licensed Psychiatrist looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existin...
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  • Headway - Baton Rouge, LA
    Remote Licensed Psychiatrist. . Wage: Between $148-$238 an hour. Are you a licensed Psychiatrist looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existin...
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  • Headway - Lafayette, LA
    Remote Licensed Psychiatrist. . Wage: Between $148-$238 an hour. Are you a licensed Psychiatrist looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existin...
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  • Headway - New Orleans, LA
    Remote Licensed Psychiatrist. . Wage: Between $148-$238 an hour. Are you a licensed Psychiatrist looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existin...
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  • Headway - Franklinton, LA
    Remote Licensed Psychiatrist. . Wage: Between $148-$238 an hour. Are you a licensed Psychiatrist looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existin...
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Psychiatrist Pay Difference by Location

Psychiatrist salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Psychiatrist, the highest Psychiatrist salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Psychiatrist salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Psychiatrist salary is in Miami, FL, where the Psychiatrist salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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