Psychiatry

salary

• $25,000 is the average salary of an entry level psychiatrist in Canada
• $383,370 is the average salary of an experienced psychiatrist in Canada

Outlook: Good

• Currently in 2020, there are approximately 56,600 psychiatrists in Canada
• There is estimated to be 65,400 psychiatrists by 2026

Benefits

• Individual's lives are significantly improved from the work of a psychiatrist
• Opportunities to be self-employed
• Psychiatry is in demand and is quickly growing
• Ability to earn a high income

Draw backs

• The education path can be long and highly competitive
• High cost of education
• Work hours can be irregular and may include overtime

Important skills

• Communication skills
• Compassion
• Detail oriented
• Leadership skills
• Organization skills
• Patience
• Problem-solving skills

type of person this job may appeal to

• Someone who wants to improve the lives of their patients
• Someone who is fullfilled by helping others
• Someone who is interested in understanding and researching mental illnesses and behavioural disorders
• Someone who is able to connect with and be compassionate towards their patients

educational requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree
• Graduation from an approved medical school
• Certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
• 4-5 years of specialty residency training

COMPATIBILITY survey results

Why I chose this job

• I am strong in sciences and mathematics
• My younger brother has had help from psychiatrists and being a witness to how much it has helped him motivated me to learn more about psychiatry
• I have learned to become very compassionate and patient with my brother and I understand some of the challenges a psychiatrist may face