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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$89K - $120K *

Drive initiatives to expand and strengthen laboratory systems for outbreak response and public health, ensuring alignment with national policies and international standards while providing technical l...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Elevate community health by providing comprehensive primary care to diverse patients. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based treatment and promote wellness, ensuring quali...

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

$210K *

Shape the future of telehealth by delivering compassionate, patient-centered care through virtual consultations. Manage diverse clinical cases while enjoying a flexible schedule that promotes work-lif...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an outpatient setting, collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team to enhance community well-being and promote preventive health...

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

$235K - $278K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering quality healthcare services while leading a collaborative care team. You'll oversee patient care operations, mentor staff, and drive improvements in clinic f...

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

$91K - $110K *

Lead infection prevention initiatives while managing nursing staff and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care and oversee clinic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Empower your career by delivering comprehensive medical care to veterans. This role emphasizes advanced clinical practice, patient management, and collaboration within a dynamic healthcare team, ensur...

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage with a dynamic oncology team to provide expert patient care, education, and support. Collaborate closely with physicians to manage treatment plans and enhance patient outcomes in a fast-paced h...

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

$135K - $141K *

Join a dedicated team of pediatric orthopedic specialists, providing comprehensive care for a variety of conditions. Collaborate with support staff and engage in both independent and team-based proced...

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

$375K - $415K *

Transform urgent care delivery by providing comprehensive clinical oversight and executing exceptional medical care for diverse patient populations in various settings, ensuring coordinated and high-q...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through leadership and collaboration in a primary care setting. You'll manage interdisciplinary services, engage in quality improvement, and supp...

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cardiovascular care, managing both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities while collaborating with experienced professionals in a supportive environment. Enjoy a Mond...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic cardiology team, providing exceptional patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, while collaborating with experienced professionals in a state-of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K *

Empower your career by joining a collaborative primary care team focused on outpatient medicine. Enjoy a supportive environment with flexible scheduling, on-site lab access, and a network of specialis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Champion the future of patient care by leading a multidisciplinary clinic team, ensuring high-quality standards and continuous improvement in services while fostering collaboration among medical staff...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic healthcare team to provide specialized care in Hematology/Oncology. Collaborate with professionals, manage patient treatment plans, and engage in clinical research to enhance patient ou...

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

$270K - $290K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on value-based outpatient care. Enjoy a supportive environment with competitive compensation, flexible schedules, and a commitment to improving patie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming primary care for seniors by providing comprehensive, patient-centered services in a supportive environment, ensuring quality over volume and enhancing healthcare access...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform primary care delivery for seniors by providing exceptional, accountable healthcare in a supportive, collaborative environment focused on quality patient outcomes and comprehensive care...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Innovate strategies to advance novel therapies for autoimmune diseases, collaborating with experts to enhance Precision Medicine initiatives and improve patient care standards through scientific leade...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$290K - $335K *

Unlock potential by providing compassionate care to diverse patients in a dynamic clinic environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver comprehensive health services and improve community h...

2 weeks ago

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

$210K *

Drive high-quality, patient-centered virtual care by managing diverse clinical cases through secure telehealth consultations, while enjoying a flexible schedule that promotes work-life balance across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Unlock potential by joining our telemedicine team, where you'll provide high-quality virtual care across Montana. Enjoy flexible scheduling while managing diverse clinical cases, from primary to urgen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Join our innovative telemedicine team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered virtual care across Louisiana. Enjoy flexible scheduling while managing diverse clinical cases, from primary care to chr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare delivery through telemedicine. Leverage your expertise as a Family Medicine physician to provide high-quality, patient-centered virtual care across Louisiana...

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  •   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.