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Government Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist (Government)

Diagnoses and treats mental health conditions at government psychiatric facilities and hospitals — including inpatient and community care.

Typical Salary
J$5M
to J$9M per year
Open Roles
40+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Growing
Mental health reform
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Career Paths

MBBSHouse OfficerPsychiatry RegistrarSenior RegistrarConsultant Psychiatrist

Salary Range in Jamaica

Mid J$7M
Entry: J$5MSenior: J$9M

Key Skills

Psychiatric assessment
Psychopharmacology
Psychotherapy
Risk assessment
Mental health law
Multidisciplinary team leadership
Research
Community psychiatry

Education

Minimum Entry

  • MBBS
  • Psychiatry residency

Preferred

  • DPM (Diploma in Psychological Medicine)
  • MRCPsych or FRCPsych
  • Subspecialty (Child, Forensic)

Professional Qualifications

  • MBBS + Medical Council of Jamaica registration
  • DPM (UWI)
  • MRCPsych (Royal College of Psychiatrists)
  • MSc Mental Health or Addiction (advantageous)

Market Trend

▲ Growing Demand
JanJunDec

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