Will AI replace Psychiatrists in Australia?

Based on our analysis of official government data, Psychiatrists has an AI exposure score of 3.6/10. This occupation faces moderate AI impact, likely through augmentation rather than replacement.

What is the job outlook for Psychiatrists in Australia?

Psychiatrists currently employs 7,400 people in Australia. The projected 10-year employment growth is +32.3%. The current shortage status is: Shortage.

How much do Psychiatrists earn in Australia?

Detailed earnings data for Psychiatrists is not available in the current dataset.

ANZSCO 25343.6ModerateShortage

Psychiatrists

Health Professionals · Medical Practitioners

Moderate Risk

Median Weekly Pay

N/A

Full-time workers

Employment

7,400

Total workers

10yr Growth

+32.3%

Projected to 2035

Shortage Status

Shortage

JSA Official AI Exposure

Automation25.0%

Augmentation61.0%

Key Tasks

•Assessing patients' mental and physical status to determine the nature and extent of mental, emotional and behavioural disorders
•Assessing patients' medical, psychiatric and psychological histories
•Examining patients to determine general physical condition
•Ordering laboratory tests, imaging, neuropsychological tests and other diagnostic procedures
•Examining the results of tests and examinations to determine the most appropriate forms of treatment
•Prescribing and administering medication, psychotherapy, and other physical treatments and rehabilitation programs
•Arranging admission to hospitals and providing in-patient treatment
•Consulting, supervising and working with other medical practitioners and health professionals
•Determining whether patients require involuntary treatment in accordance with relevant mental health acts
•Assisting courts and other statutory bodies in managing patients in legal and forensic settings
•Teaching medical students and registrars, and assessing their progress by administering tests