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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$91K - $132K *

Champion infection control initiatives by coordinating activities, conducting investigations, and providing education to enhance clinical risk management and ensure compliance with health regulations...

4 days ago

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

$148K *

Optimize infection prevention strategies by leading program development, compliance, and education initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare teams to minimize risks and enhance patient safety while ens...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Elevate pediatric care by leading the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize antibiotic use, enhance patient outcomes, and drive educational initiatives in...

Yesterday

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

$131K - $197K *

Lead the charge in developing and directing infection prevention programs, ensuring compliance and quality improvement across healthcare facilities. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient safety an...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $240K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a new clinic. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient experiences while enjoying competitive compensation an...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $140K *

Elevate patient safety by managing and enhancing infection prevention protocols. Collaborate with healthcare teams to analyze data, educate staff, and ensure compliance with health regulations, contri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $152K *

Join us to lead and manage global health initiatives, overseeing program operations, stakeholder engagement, and research support while driving impactful projects from concept to execution in a dynami...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading infection control initiatives, conducting surveillance, and educating staff. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient safety and reduce infection risks throu...

1 week ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Help us deliver exceptional primary care by providing comprehensive outpatient services in a supportive, collaborative environment. Join a thriving practice that prioritizes work-life balance and enco...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by delivering comprehensive outpatient care to adults, managing acute and chronic conditions, and collaborating with a diverse healthcare team to promote wellness and preventive healt...

Today

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

$83K - $104K *

Partner with us to enhance staff development and infection control processes. In this critical leadership role, you will drive education initiatives and ensure compliance, collaborating with nursing t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$126K - $173K *

Drive your career forward by managing sales territories, fostering customer relationships, and leveraging data analytics to achieve business growth. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance clinical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $173K *

Shape the future of healthcare by managing sales territories, driving growth, and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. Utilize data analytics and CRM tools to enhance customer engagem...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by collaborating with healthcare teams to manage chronic conditions, ensuring safe medication use, and enhancing health outcomes through innovative pharmacy practices and patient...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform patient care by managing medication therapy, collaborating with healthcare teams, and educating patients on chronic conditions to enhance health outcomes and ensure safe medication practices...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the advancement of infectious diseases pharmacy practice across multiple hospitals, enhancing antimicrobial stewardship and improving patient outcomes through collaboration with healthcare teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Lead the infection prevention program in a skilled nursing facility, ensuring a safe environment and minimizing communicable diseases. Collaborate with leadership and conduct investigations to uphold...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive infection prevention initiatives in a skilled nursing facility, ensuring compliance with health standards. Analyze data, educate staff, and enhance resident care outcomes while collaborating acr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that leads impactful public health research as an Epidemiologist. Contribute your expertise in data analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant support while collaborating with a multidisc...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient safety through effective infection prevention strategies. Lead initiatives, collaborate across departments, and ensure compliance with regulations to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient safety through effective infection prevention strategies. This role involves surveillance, education, and collaboration to implement best practices an...

3 weeks ago

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

$92K *

Elevate infection prevention efforts by leading surveillance, education, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance patient safety and implement evidence-based practices whi...

3 weeks ago

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

$275K - $500K+*

Transform healthcare by providing critical care expertise in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes and support high-acuity cases in a vibrant community...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading infection control initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing patient safety through education and data analysis. Join a dedicated team committed to ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$293K - $496K *

Grow your career with a critical role in Transfusion Medicine, enhancing patient care and collaborating within a physician-led organization. Join a leading department and influence health outcomes acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.