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Psychiatrists
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Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.
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Licensing Information
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Medical Physician & Surgeon
Licensing Description:
An applicant applying for a permanent license shall be a graduate of approved and accredited medical college and evidence showing so and proof of passage of approved licensing examination. Contact licensing agency for additional information.
Licensing Agency:
Division Of Professional Registration
Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
3605 Missouri Boulevard
P.O. Box 4
Jefferson City, MO 65102-1335
healingarts@pr.mo.gov
http://pr.mo.gov/healingarts.asp
Licensing History:
Region
Number of active licenses in 2012
Missouri
21,127
The St. Louis Region
6,430
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Osteopathic Physicians
Licensing Description:
An applicant applying for a permanent license shall be a graduate of approved and accredited medical college and evidence showing so and proof of passage of approved licensing examination. Contact licensing agency for additional information.
Licensing Agency:
Division Of Professional Registration
Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
3605 Missouri Boulevard
P.O. Box 4
Jefferson City, MO 65102-1335
healingarts@pr.mo.gov
http://pr.mo.gov/healingarts.asp
Licensing History:
Region
Number of active licenses in 2012
Missouri
3,368
The St. Louis Region
375
Occupational Tasks
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Analyze and evaluate patient data and test findings to diagnose nature and extent of mental disorder.
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Prescribe, direct, and administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
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Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
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Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social and medical history obtained from patients, relatives, and other professionals.
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Counsel outpatients and other patients during office visits.
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Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
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Examine or conduct laboratory or diagnostic tests on patient to provide information on general physical condition and mental disorder.
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Advise and inform guardians, relatives, and significant others of patients' conditions and treatment.
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Review and evaluate treatment procedures and outcomes of other psychiatrists and medical professionals.
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Teach, conduct research, and publish findings to increase understanding of mental, emotional, and behavioral states and disorders.
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Prepare and submit case reports and summaries to government and mental health agencies.
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Serve on committees to promote and maintain community mental health services and delivery systems.
Educational Requirements:
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First professional degree
Occupational Skill Set
Skill
Relevance
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Active Listening
100%
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Critical Thinking
99%
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Active Learning
97%
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Social Perceptiveness
96%
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Complex Problem Solving
90%
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Judgment and Decision Making
89%
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Time Management
88%
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Persuasion
87%
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Reading Comprehension
86%
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Speaking
85%