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The Air Force has a tremendous variety of career fields available to officers —each with unique challenges and rewards. If you know exactly what you're looking for, use the keyword search for a list of job titles and descriptions. Or, if you're interested in seeing what the Air Force has to offer, browse the different career fields in the pull-down menu.
Psychiatrist
Duties and Responsibilities
Psychiatrists examine, evaluate, diagnose and treats psychiatric disorders - preparing and reviewing case histories and obtaining and evaluating data through interview techniques. They also diagnose psychiatric disorders, prescribe and evaluate the effectiveness of a wide range of therapeutic measures, and recommend disposition of psychiatric cases.
The Psychiatrist manages and directs psychiatric services - formulating plans for psychiatric services, directing mental health clinics, and advising on problems related to mental health and the prevention of mental disorders. Responsibilities include serving as medical and psychiatric consultant to clinical psychologists and clinical social workers, advising on the kind and quantity of psychiatric supplies and equipment, and instructing interns and residents in psychiatric principles and procedures.
Civilian Opportunities
Civilian Physician/Surgeon
Duties and Responsibilities
In the civilian medical community, psychiatrist's duties and responsibilities depend upon where they decide to work. They may work in managed care, private practice or academic medicine.
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