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Piedmont Healthcare

Psychiatry

Macon, GA · On-site

Primary outpatient psychiatry * Assist in coverage of inpatient services as needed * Expected schedule: 7 on / 7 off * Required to supervise mid-levels (APP's) * Opportunities to pick up additional ...

Piedmont Healthcare

Psychiatry | PRN

Macon, GA · On-site

Primary outpatient psychiatry * Assist in coverage of inpatient services as needed * Expected schedule: PRN * Required to supervise mid-levels (APP's) * Opportunities to pick up additional shifts for ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for psychiatry assistant in the United States is $36.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Psychiatry Assistants, sometimes known as psychiatric aides or mental health assistants, are healthcare professionals who support psychiatrists and other mental health staff in the care and treatment of patients with mental illnesses or emotional disturbances. They assist with daily living activities, observe and report patient behavior, and help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. Psychiatry Assistants also play a key role in crisis intervention and may participate in therapeutic activities under supervision. Their work is essential in hospitals, residential mental health facilities, and outpatient clinics.

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Psychiatry Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing patients experiencing acute distress, navigating sensitive conversations, and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. They must adapt communication styles to suit diverse patient needs and work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care. Additionally, balancing administrative tasks with direct patient interaction requires strong organizational skills and emotional resilience.

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To excel as a Psychiatry Assistant, you typically need a background in psychology or mental health, along with experience in patient observation and support. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs) and mental health assessment tools is often required, and some employers may prefer certification such as Certified Psychiatric Technician. Strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and the ability to manage stressful situations help you build rapport with patients and work effectively with clinical teams. These abilities are essential for delivering quality mental health care, supporting patient recovery, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
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Infographic showing various Psychiatry Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,070 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

TCH Psychiatry (Assistant Professor)

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

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TCH Psychiatry (Assistant Professor)
Division: Pediatrics
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Location: Houston, TX
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FLSA Status: Exempt
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Summary
The division/section of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a rapidly growing service that is undergoing an exciting expansion of its' clinical, education and research mission in a pre-eminent children's hospital and integrated pediatric healthcare system. This position based at West Campus will involve outpatient child and adolescent psychiatry, consultation/liaison, tele-psychiatry, and children with complex medical and psychiatric problems. This position provides potential for a mixture of clinical, education and research opportunities depending on the applicant's interest and experience. Successful candidates should be eligible for faculty appointments at Baylor College of Medicine at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels.
These positions provide excellent compensation and benefits packages. Texas Children's and Baylor College of Medicine are equal opportunity employers and are committed to recruiting and nurturing an outstanding and diverse, collegial and committed faculty and staff. Houston is a cosmopolitan city with a vibrant culture, outstanding educational and recreational opportunities, affordable housing, and mild winters.
Qualifications:
• Minimum Education: M.D. or equivalent.
• Minimum Certification/Licensure: Licensed by the Texas Medical Board.
Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Requisition ID: 23915

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