Army MOS · Medical
60W Psychiatrist
Overview
An Army psychiatrist examines, diagnoses, and treats personnel with emotional or mental illnesses. The psychiatrist also prescribes courses of treatment for mental illness and situational maladjustment.
Core Skills
- behavioral health assessment
- clinical documentation in EHRs
- telehealth service delivery
- case management and care coordination
- data privacy and confidentiality practices
- risk assessment and crisis management
- interdisciplinary team collaboration
- training and education
- policy and protocol development
- quality improvement and outcomes tracking
Civilian Software & Tools
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Epic Systems
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- ADL Data Systems OptimumClinicals Electronic Health Record
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Behavioral Health
- Public Health
- Training and Education
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination of the United States (COMLEX-USA): Level 1 · Funded
- United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE)
- Board Certified Autism Professional (BCAP)
- Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP)
- Certification in Adolescent and Young Adult Psychiatry
Career Growth
- Certified Cognitive Therapist
- Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP)
- National Counselor Examination (NCE)
- Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)
- Primary Certification in Psychiatry
What the Work Involves
- Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
- Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals.
- Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
- Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
- Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental disorder.
Related Occupations
- Pediatricians, General
- Neurologists
- Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
- Family Medicine Physicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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