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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$90K - $130K *
Advance workplace safety by leading industrial hygiene initiatives, ensuring compliance, and mitigating health risks. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety protocols and foster a culture of health...
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$210K - $250K *
Deliver exceptional patient care as a Family Medicine physician in a collaborative, multispecialty environment, stepping into an established patient panel while enjoying a balanced lifestyle near the...
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$103K - $140K *
Make your mark at a leading public health department by supervising a team of Epidemiologists. Drive data analysis, manage projects, and enhance public health initiatives through actionable insights a...
4 days ago
$250K - $300K *
Engage in a dynamic emergency medicine practice, collaborating with a multi-specialty team to provide high-quality care in a community setting, managing diverse patient needs in a supportive environme...
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Chief Medical Officer/Faculty Physician
$250K - $300K *
Transform healthcare leadership by driving quality and performance in a patient-centered practice. Collaborate with executives to enhance clinical operations and mentor future leaders while ensuring a...
3 days ago
Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, non-MD
$176K - $294K *
Drive medical strategies for Sickle Cell Disease, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and support clinical initiatives. Lead advisory boards and engage with thought leade...
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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, non-MD
$176K - $294K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing Sickle Cell Disease strategies. Lead medical initiatives, foster relationships with thought leaders, and collaborate across functions to enhance patient care...
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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, non-MD
$176K - $294K *
Drive impactful medical strategies in Sickle Cell Disease, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and support clinical initiatives. Leverage expertise to build relationships...
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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, non-MD
$176K - $294K *
Help us lead innovative medical strategies in Sickle Cell Disease, driving impactful initiatives and fostering relationships with key stakeholders to enhance patient care and support clinical developm...
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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, non-MD
$176K - $294K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead medical strategies in Sickle Cell Disease, collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance patient care and drive impactful initiatives in a fast-paced environm...
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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, non-MD
$176K - $294K *
Drive medical strategies for Sickle Cell Disease, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and support clinical initiatives. Lead advisory boards and engage with thought leade...
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Physician - Primary Care, Site Medical Director
$180K - $220K *
Advance patient care by leading interdisciplinary teams in a primary care setting, ensuring quality improvement and operational excellence while fostering collaboration and engagement among healthcare...
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$210K - $250K *
Unlock potential by leading physician engagement in clinical documentation integrity. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance documentation practices, ensure compliance, and improve patient outcomes...
2 weeks ago
Physician - Emergency Medicine
$513K+ *
Shape patient outcomes in a dynamic environment, leveraging advanced technology and a collaborative team to deliver high-quality emergency care in a respected healthcare system...
3 weeks ago
Physician: Pathology: Medical Director - McHenry and Huntley, IL
$250K - $300K *
Shape the future of Pathology Clinical Services by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality standards, and enhancing patient satisfaction through collaboration and strategic oversight in a dynamic h...
2 weeks ago
Director, Clinical Research-Program Executive-Oncology
$235K - $329K *
Lead the development strategy for oncology programs, driving cross-functional teams to achieve milestones and align on objectives. Collaborate with executives to prioritize investments and navigate de...
4 weeks ago
Director, Clinical Practice Liaison Team- East Region
$233K - $267K *
Drive strategic initiatives as a senior leader in Clinical Practice Liaison, shaping team vision and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance medical strategy and ensure complia...
3 weeks ago
Family Medicine Physician Assistant - Nacogdoches, TX
$90K - $110K *
Champion high-quality patient care by joining a dynamic Family Medicine team, providing comprehensive primary care services, and enhancing access to healthcare in a supportive, physician-led environme...
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Medical Director, Clinical Development, Immunology (1/2)
$284K - $385K *
Join us to provide clinical leadership and drive innovative research initiatives, ensuring the success of clinical programs while collaborating across teams to address challenges and enhance study out...
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$180K - $220K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality medical care within a correctional facility, overseeing clinical services, and ensuring compliance with national standards while fostering a collaborative he...
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Nurse Manager II - Infectious Disease and Nephrology
$239K - $276K *
Elevate healthcare delivery by leading teams, driving operational excellence, and implementing best practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes across diverse clinical settings. Foster collaboration...
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National Senior Director, Field Medical Affairs
$250K - $300K *
Elevate the Medical Science Liaison function by leading a national team, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring operational excellence while collaborating cross-functionally to align medical acti...
3 weeks ago
Physician - Home Based Primary Care - Chico
$180K - $220K *
Champion patient care by leading an interprofessional team, managing a panel of 100-125 patients through home visits and consultations. Drive quality outcomes in a supportive environment focused on pa...
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Physician - Home Based Primary Care - Chico
$180K - $220K *
Empower your career by leading a dedicated healthcare team, providing comprehensive patient care in home settings. Collaborate with professionals to enhance the quality of life for veterans while mana...
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Physician- Addiction and Primary Care (MD/DO)
$180K - $220K *
Drive impactful primary care and addiction treatment as a clinical leader, fostering team collaboration and improving patient outcomes in a supportive, integrated care environment that emphasizes qual...
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What does an infectious disease physician do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.