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
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Career Paths
MBBS→House Officer→Psychiatry Registrar→Senior Registrar→Consultant 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
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