60 Psychiatric assistant jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Psychiatric Assistant Jobs in 2026

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A psychiatric assistant, also known as a psychiatric aide, helps care for patients with mental health problems or who are battling addiction. To become a psychiatric assistant, earn a high school diploma or equivalent and have a valid driver’s license. Some states may require completion of specific coursework or certification, so research the qualifications in your state. Show employers you are patient and compassionate, and that you understand the stress that comes with the position. Most employers provide on-the-job training.

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Top Types Of Psychiatric Assistant Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Psychiatric Assistant positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Travel Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Salary range: $108,000 - $150,000

    As a travel psychiatric nurse practitioner, your job is to travel to understaffed areas to provide clinical services to patients. In each of your assigned locations, you may provide diagnostic and treatment services, monitor the behavior and mental health of long-term patients, and collaborate with other caregivers to create a comprehensive treatment plan. Psychiatric nurse practitioners often work in both one-on-one and group settings, which may include family members, friends, or other patients in treatment programs. A travel nurse practitioner usually works at one facility for a set period—often three months or one year—before moving on to the next location, so this job requires the ability to move frequently.

  • Sports Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Salary range: $108,000 - $150,000

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  • Psychiatry Physician Assistant Salary

    Salary range: $212,000 - $317,000

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  • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Loan Forgiveness

    Salary range: $108,000 - $150,000

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  • Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Salary range: $108,000 - $150,000

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  • Per Diem Pmhnp

    Salary range: $140,000 - $140,000

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  • Federal Pmhnp

    Salary range: $126,000 - $135,000

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  • Psychiatric Nurse

    Salary range: $64,000 - $105,500

    A psychiatric nurse is a highly educated healthcare professional who has completed all the requirements to become an advanced practice nurse plus additional education and training in psychiatric care. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, you treat patients facing a wide range of mental health disorders including anxiety, schizophrenia, depression, addictions, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and more. Treatments include therapy and medication as deemed necessary after a thorough assessment.

  • Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Salary range: $108,000 - $150,000

    Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner jobs pay between $108,000 (25th percentile) and $150,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Pmhnp Telehealth

    Salary range: $117,000 - $320,000

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