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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$325K - $495K *

Elevate healthcare by leading clinical operations and performance across inpatient settings. Drive quality, safety, and efficiency while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $250K *

Lead the establishment of a nationally recognized Center for Healthy Aging, bridging basic biology and clinical research. Drive innovative partnerships, mentor staff, and enhance community engagement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize practice operations, enhance patient relations, and implement strategic initiatives. Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure top-tier service delivery while driving c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$275K - $500K+*

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Transform healthcare by joining a collaborative team of Hospital Medicine physicians. Enjoy autonomy, equitable practice distribution, and a supportive culture that prioritizes clinician engagement an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Transform the delivery of healthcare by leading a dynamic team in strategic planning and service management. Oversee clinical operations, ensuring quality patient care while fostering collaboration am...

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

$250K - $300K *

Transform patient care in a dynamic ICU environment, leading a team of intensivists while managing a diverse patient population and fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare professionals...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading the Department of Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Services, overseeing operations, and ensuring quality patient care while collaborating with medical staff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $250K *

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

$90K - $107K *

Lead the charge in enhancing infection prevention strategies across multiple locations, ensuring quality patient care through effective education, surveillance, and outbreak management while collabora...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Accelerate your career by joining a dedicated team delivering exceptional geriatric care in a fast-paced, Veteran-centered environment. Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to enhance the...

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

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert consultation in Hematology and Oncology, managing patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings while guiding advanced practice providers and...

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

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of patient care by providing expert medical services to hospitalized adults, ensuring high-quality treatment and support as a key member of the healthcare team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$300K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

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

$340K - $400K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $250K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$84K - $115K *

Support public health initiatives by providing direct client care, managing infectious disease cases, and collaborating with community partners to enhance health outcomes for individuals and families...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $135K *

Lead the charge in infection prevention by conducting advanced analyses, developing programs, and mentoring teams to enhance patient safety and compliance with health standards across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $135K *

Optimize infection prevention programs by conducting advanced analysis, leading research, and mentoring teams. Collaborate on initiatives to enhance patient safety and compliance while utilizing data...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $154K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading clinical operations and quality initiatives. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance practice culture, drive performance, and ensure high-quality, pati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $220K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

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  •   5 - 7 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.