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.
Internal Medicine Residency Program Director
$300K *
Lead the charge in shaping resident education and clinical excellence within a balanced role that combines strategic program leadership with hands-on patient care. Engage in curriculum design and enha...
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Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Solid Tumor Oncology Outpatient
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Join a dedicated team to diagnose and treat complex neurological conditions, enhancing patient lives through advanced care and compassion. Collaborate with specialists to deliver tailored treatment pl...
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$600K+ *
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Emergency Medicine Physician - Lebanon, VA
$200K - $350K *
Join us to redefine wound care management with flexible hours, no nights or weekends. Enjoy autonomy while delivering expert bedside care across numerous facilities, supported by comprehensive trainin...
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$274K - $390K *
Transform clinical trials by providing expert oversight and strategic guidance. Lead project teams in designing and implementing high-quality studies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards whi...
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Sr Director, Clinical Development (MD)
$274K - $390K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight, ensuring high-quality study design and implementation while adhering to regulatory guidelines and corporate goals...
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$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality services and compliance while managing staff performance and workflow in a dynamic environment...
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Champion exceptional pediatric care by delivering personalized services to a curated panel of families. Build lasting relationships and enhance clinical standards in a supportive, relationship-driven...
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$274K - $355K *
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Primary Care Physician - Competitive Pay, Value-Based Care
$300K *
Join us to provide comprehensive, value-based primary care in a supportive clinic environment. Enjoy predictable hours, a manageable patient panel, and the opportunity to impact long-term health outco...
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Join our team to lead and enhance clinical programs, supervise medical staff, and ensure high-quality patient care while optimizing resources effectively; play a pivotal role in improving community he...
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Thought Leader Liaison, Nephrology- Central
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Principal Scientist - Precision Medicine
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Senior Medical Science Liaison, Lymphoma (Lacutamab)
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Unlock potential by serving as a scientific expert in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving medical strategy for lacutamab. Collaborate across di...
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Senior Medical Science Liaison, Lymphoma (Lacutamab)
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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.