Senior Psychiatrist (Specialist)
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $13,047 to $17,898 | $156,564 to $214,776 |
| C | $13,359 to $18,326 | $160,308 to $219,912 |
| P | $25,498 to $31,773 | $305,976 to $381,276 |
| R | $26,142 to $32,691 | $313,704 to $392,292 |
| S | $20,359 to $30,259 | $244,308 to $363,108 |
| T | $20,872 to $31,136 | $250,464 to $373,632 |
| U | $24,282 to $30,259 | $291,384 to $363,108 |
| V | $24,898 to $31,136 | $298,776 to $373,632 |
Representation
Union of American Physicians and Dentists represents Bargaining Unit R16, Physicians, Dentists and Podiatrists.
Where these jobs are
23 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Hospitals, Department of State | 23 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Psychiatrists across all California employers was $353,500 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $156,564 to $392,292 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 19 Rule of three ranks certification. (Effective 1/1/79, all open examinations are rule of three ranks per Government Code 19057.1.)
- Footnote P8 Pay differential code 8 — refer to applicable MOU or DPA rule for specific conditions.