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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$75K - $105K *

Advance infection prevention efforts by leading initiatives, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance to enhance safety and quality of care within the healthcare setting for residents and sta...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$251K - $262K *

Take ownership of delivering high-quality, patient-centered care as an Internal Medicine Physician, managing a diverse patient panel and collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance community health...

6 days ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Elevate patient care by leading a dynamic rehabilitation team, guiding medical direction, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Support and optimize antimicrobial resistance initiatives through data analysis, reporting, and collaboration with healthcare partners. Engage in surveillance and project management to enhance public...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to combating antimicrobial resistance through data analysis and surveillance. Collaborate with public health partners to enhance infection prevention efforts and support N...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of public health by providing IPC expertise and analytic support to combat infectious diseases. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance antimicrobial stewardship and ensure e...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower public health initiatives by providing IPC expertise and analytic support. Conduct assessments, analyze data on antimicrobial resistance, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance infection...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead infection prevention initiatives by managing departmental operations, supervising staff, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance patient safety and compliance with regulatory standards...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in infection prevention and control by providing expert guidance, ensuring compliance, and developing strategies to protect patients and staff. Collaborate with multiple departments to...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative research in Infectious Diseases, shaping strategies, overseeing clinical trials, and mentoring future leaders in a collaborative academic environment dedicated t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Optimize public health informatics by assessing, designing, and implementing health IT systems. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance data management and improve health outcomes through inn...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Advance public health informatics by providing scientific guidance, enhancing data standards, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve health information systems and data exchange processes...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $228K *

Elevate your career in a supportive outpatient setting, focusing on patient care without on-call duties. Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule, competitive salary, and the chance to serve military families w...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Champion equitable care by leading a dynamic team in inpatient neurology. Engage in community outreach, research, and teaching while managing acute neurological cases in a supportive environment focus...

6 days ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing genetic healthcare by diagnosing and managing complex genetic disorders. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver expert genetic services and enha...

Today

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

$210K - $250K *

Provide comprehensive neurological care by joining a supportive team, with options for outpatient or hybrid practice. Enjoy flexible scheduling, strong hospital backing, and the chance to build a thri...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$91K - $95K *

Transform patient care by leading infection prevention initiatives across multiple locations. Collaborate with staff to enhance safety protocols, educate teams, and manage outbreaks, ensuring a health...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $90K *

Advance infection prevention efforts by leading the Infection Prevention and Control Program, educating staff, and ensuring quality patient care across multiple locations through effective surveillanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$273K - $356K *

Optimize patient care by leading a dedicated team to deliver comprehensive primary health services, ensuring high-quality, affordable care while actively participating in quality improvement initiativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape patient safety by leading infection prevention initiatives, collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance outcomes, and supervising departmental staff to minimize healthcare-associated infectio...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team, managing resources, and ensuring exceptional patient care while aligning departmental goals with organizational objectives in a collaborative environme...

1 week ago

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

$155K *

Join a dynamic team to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care in rural healthcare. Collaborate with diverse professionals to enhance health outcomes and shape future medical education while enjo...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $104K *

Join a team that's transforming public health through strategic planning and program oversight. Lead initiatives for the Michigan BioTrust for Health, driving collaboration with stakeholders and ensur...

Reposted today

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

$180K - $220K *

Transform healthcare by providing comprehensive primary and urgent care. Assess, diagnose, and treat patients while ensuring high standards of safety and quality. Collaborate with clinical staff to en...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$210K - $250K *

Transform healthcare by providing tele-neurohospital medicine services. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient care through innovative virtual solutions, ensuring quality support and pro...

Nashville, TNRemote

1 week 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.