Psychiatry Lifestyle in California
Real insights from 11 Psychiatry physicians in California on work-life balance, career satisfaction, and what it's really like to practice in this area.
4.5/5
Satisfaction
100%
Would Choose Again
$448k
Avg Comp
41
Avg Hours/Week
What Psychiatry Physicians in California Say
"I only work 40 hours a week, 4x10hr shifts. I am 1099 so any time I miss I don't get paid. I do work a lot compared to a W2 provider because I don't take much vacation. I do see a very limited number of patients a day, average of 7 per day. I work in Corrections. "
Vacaville, California4 years expLocum Tenens40 hrs/wknone
"I can take off any day I want (just don’t get paid) only work 4 days a week."
California1 years expPrivate Practice40 hrs/wk
What They Love About Psychiatry in California
"Psychiatry a ton of flexibility compared to other fields but there is midlevel encroachment (NPs) and a lot of Private Investors trying to run companies. In this field it makes the most sense to go private, 1099 and do locums or start your own practice if you are trying to make more money. If you want a really cush life, you can work for a state hospital or work part time."— Vacaville, California • 4 years
"Flexible work environments, I do outpatient, inpatient, skilled nursing and mid level supervision."— California • 1 years
Most Common Practice Settings in California
Private Practice
4 physicians (36%)
Academic
3 physicians (27%)
Independent / Contract-Based
1 physicians (9%)
Residency
1 physicians (9%)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the Psychiatry lifestyle like in California?
Based on 11 physicians, Psychiatry in California averages 4.5/5 satisfaction, 41 hours per week, with 100% saying they'd choose the specialty again. Most practice in Private Practice settings.
How much do Psychiatry physicians make in California?
Average compensation for Psychiatry in California is $447,993 based on verified submissions.See detailed salary breakdown →
Should I choose Psychiatry in California?
With 100% of Psychiatry physicians in California saying they'd choose again, and 4.5/5 average satisfaction, it shows positive career outlook. Consider factors like practice setting preferences, desired work hours, and call schedule tolerance when deciding.
Location Stats
Location:California
Physicians:11
Satisfaction:4.5/5
Avg Comp:$448k