Infectious Disease Physician Jobs

Discover infectious disease physician opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Infectious disease physicians diagnose and treat illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, while helping patients and care teams navigate complex infections and prevention strategies.

What Infectious Disease Physicians Do

These specialists evaluate challenging or persistent infections, recommend diagnostic testing, interpret results, and develop treatment plans. They may also advise on antimicrobial use, infection prevention, immunization, travel-related health risks, and emerging infectious diseases. Depending on the role, physicians may work directly with patients or support hospitals and communities through consultation, research, and public health programs.

Common Work Settings

Infectious disease physicians work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, laboratories, government agencies, and research organizations. Positions can include inpatient consultation, outpatient care, infection prevention leadership, clinical research, and public health response. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer and specialty focus.

Qualifications and Skills

These roles generally require a medical degree, completion of residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. Licensure and board certification requirements depend on the position and jurisdiction. Employers may also value clinical judgment, clear communication, collaboration across specialties, and experience with antimicrobial stewardship or infection control.

Explore Infectious Disease Physician Careers

Find opportunities that align with your clinical interests, experience, and career goals. Browse infectious disease physician jobs on Ladders and review role details, employer requirements, and compensation information for positions paying $100,000 or more.

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$210K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare delivery through telemedicine. As a board-certified physician, you'll provide comprehensive virtual care across Minnesota, balancing clinical excellence with p...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Transform your career by delivering high-quality telehealth services across West Virginia. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide patient-centered care in a flexible, remote environment, managin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Champion high-quality virtual care by managing diverse clinical cases in a flexible telemedicine role. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver patient-centered treatment plans across Ohio, ensuri...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Transform virtual healthcare by delivering compassionate, patient-centered care across Oregon. Manage diverse clinical cases in a flexible telemedicine role that prioritizes work-life balance and inno...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Elevate patient care by delivering high-quality telehealth services across Missouri. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage diverse clinical cases, ensuring compassionate and effective virtual cons...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Lead the future of telemedicine by providing compassionate, patient-centered care across North Dakota. Manage diverse clinical cases through secure virtual consultations while enjoying a flexible sche...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Transform patient care by delivering high-quality telehealth services across Maine. Manage diverse clinical cases, collaborate with peers, and design personalized treatment plans while enjoying a flex...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Transform the landscape of Gynecologic Oncology by leading program growth and delivering specialized care. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance access and continuity for patients in the Inland...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $350K *

Provide expert wound management in a flexible, mobile practice. Collaborate with a team of certified physicians, utilizing advanced technologies to deliver high-quality care in skilled nursing and lon...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Empower your career by providing high-quality outpatient internal medicine services. Join a dedicated team focused on community care, managing diverse patient needs while ensuring compliance and docum...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Elevate healthcare delivery by providing remote GI services to Veterans. Collaborate with facility leaders to establish clinics, manage patient panels, and ensure timely access to care while adhering...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$350K - $440K *

Provide expert virtual care as an Emergency Medicine Physician, delivering real-time clinical support for urgent patient needs. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure high-quality care and seamle...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$350K - $440K *

Partner with us to deliver exceptional virtual acute care as an Emergency Medicine Physician. Provide real-time clinical support, collaborate with nursing staff, and ensure patient-centered care in a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $257K *

Unlock potential by leading medical strategy and cross-functional collaboration in immunology. Drive clinical research, evidence generation, and stakeholder engagement to enhance patient outcomes and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $257K *

Advance your career by leading medical strategy and cross-functional collaboration in immunology. Drive clinical research, real-world evidence generation, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring com...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$237K - $297K *

Elevate patient care by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative, team-based primary care for moderate-risk patients, enhancing health outcomes and affordability in a collaborative outpatient sett...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$237K - $297K *

Optimize patient care by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative, team-based primary care for rising and moderate risk patients, enhancing health outcomes and affordability in a collaborative out...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care as a full-time hospitalist. Collaborate with a forward-thinking group in a leading hospital, enhancing healthcare delivery in a vibra...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$375K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care in skilled nursing facilities. As a Medical Director, you'll lead quality initiatives, collaborate with Nurse Practitioners, and ensure complianc...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$252K - $381K *

Champion patient care by providing comprehensive medical management in a hospital setting. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal treatment and recovery for inpatients while maintaining a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $200K *

Drive employee health initiatives as the EOH Section Chief, overseeing clinical services, ensuring safety, and managing resources to promote a healthy workforce. Collaborate with healthcare profession...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare delivery by providing physicians with autonomy and flexibility. Deliver high-quality, person-centered care in skilled nursing facilities while enjoying a suppo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing infection control in skilled nursing. Utilize your expertise to evaluate care quality, analyze data, and educate staff while ensuring compliance with health s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading infection prevention initiatives, analyzing data, and educating staff to enhance resident care quality. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with health stan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Join our team as an RN Infection Preventionist, where you'll evaluate and enhance resident care related to infections, ensuring compliance with health standards while providing education and support a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an infectious disease physician do?question toggle

    An infectious disease physician diagnoses and treats infections and advises on prevention, testing, antimicrobial therapy, and infection control. Some also conduct research or contribute to public health initiatives.

  • Where do infectious disease physicians work?question toggle

    They may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, research organizations, laboratories, government agencies, or public health settings.

  • What training is required to become an infectious disease physician?question toggle

    Most positions require a medical degree, residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. State licensure and board certification requirements vary.

  • What skills are important for infectious disease physician jobs?question toggle

    Important skills include diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, communication, collaboration, and knowledge of antimicrobial use and infection prevention. Specific requirements depend on the role.

  • How can I find infectious disease physician jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse infectious disease physician listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.