Explore Pediatric Specialist Jobs

Find pediatric specialist opportunities that match your clinical expertise and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including positions focused on diagnosing and treating infants, children, and adolescents across a range of care settings.

What Pediatric Specialists Do

Pediatric specialists provide focused care for young patients, often addressing complex or condition-specific health needs. Depending on their training and role, they may evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, coordinate with families and care teams, and contribute to quality improvement, education, or clinical research.

Specialties and Work Settings

Opportunities may be available in pediatric subspecialties such as cardiology, oncology, neurology, endocrinology, emergency medicine, and critical care. Pediatric specialists work in hospitals, children’s health systems, specialty clinics, academic medical centers, and other healthcare organizations. Specific responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer and position.

Skills and Qualifications

Many physician-level roles require a medical degree, pediatric residency, subspecialty fellowship, and applicable board certification or eligibility. Other pediatric specialist positions may require different clinical credentials and experience. Employers commonly value sound clinical judgment, clear communication with children and families, collaboration across disciplines, and a commitment to evidence-based care.

Find Your Next Pediatric Specialist Role

Explore Ladders listings to identify pediatric specialist jobs that align with your experience, preferred setting, and career plans. Review each job description for its requirements, responsibilities, location, and compensation details, and use your profile and application materials to highlight relevant expertise.

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$135K - $150K *

Oversee clinical operations across senior living communities, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and staff training. Collaborate with leadership to enhance health and wellness...

Oregon, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead strategic projects by managing the complete lifecycle, developing effective communication strategies, and coaching leaders through training programs in project management and process improvement...

New Orleans, LARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$235K - $281K *

Elevate patient care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Conduct in-office and tele-health visits while supervising colleagues and engaging in continuous learning to enhance heal...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $172K *

Shape patient care by managing diverse needs through in-office and tele-health visits. Collaborate with teams, engage in continuous learning, and utilize your clinical skills to enhance healthcare del...

Long Beach, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$246K - $332K *

Drive pediatric development strategy by integrating clinical insights and regulatory commitments across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring effective execution from candidate transition to post-marke...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$259K - $300K *

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Brooklyn, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $160K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $160K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Innovate clinical quality systems for scalable care delivery, ensuring standards meet payer expectations and driving measurable performance improvements across independent health providers...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $164K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality, human-centered primary care. Manage diverse patient needs through in-office and telehealth visits while collaborating with colleagues and enga...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$274K - $328K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse patient needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute, chronic, and well visits while utilizing your clinical expertise and supervising colleagues to en...

Seattle, WARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $199K *

Lead the charge in driving sales and fostering relationships within assigned territories. Engage customers through innovative strategies, leveraging digital tools to enhance business development and m...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

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Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $118K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

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New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$61K - $122K *

Transform clinical genetic curation by collaborating cross-functionally to enhance genomic testing, ensuring compliance with guidelines while supporting innovative health initiatives and improving pat...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $121K *

Shape the future of healthcare by training clinicians on Baxter's infusion therapy products. Leverage your clinical expertise to enhance patient care and build strong relationships with healthcare pro...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $195K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining data analysis in educational assessment. You'll troubleshoot and enhance psychometric programs, manage large datasets, and mentor colleagues while ensuring data integrity...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$89K - $133K *

Take ownership of the denial management process, analyzing claims and collaborating with clinical and financial teams to ensure timely reimbursement and compliance. Leverage your nursing expertise to...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Support clinical research initiatives by providing expert medical and scientific guidance on medical products, trials, and regulatory compliance, ensuring effective collaboration with DoD and FDA stak...

Bethesda, MDRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $150K *

Elevate healthcare performance by leading analytics-driven consulting engagements. Collaborate with clients to identify needs, deliver insights, and implement solutions while managing project economic...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $114K *

Explore a dynamic role providing clinical support and education in neuromodulation therapies. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance patient care and ensure successful product implementation, while b...

Springfield, MORemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $252K *

Shape the future of patient care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute, chronic, and well visits while utilizing your clinical expertise and supervising colleagues...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$253K - $269K *

Transform patient care by managing a diverse panel, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams. Supervise colleagues while engaging in continuous learning and a...

Chevy Chase, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a pediatric specialist do?question toggle

    A pediatric specialist focuses on healthcare for infants, children, or adolescents, often treating particular conditions or providing care in a specialized clinical area. Duties depend on the specialty and employer.

  • What qualifications are required for pediatric specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role. Physician positions commonly require a medical degree, pediatric residency, relevant fellowship training, and applicable board certification or eligibility. Other specialist roles may require different licenses, credentials, or clinical experience.

  • Where do pediatric specialists work?question toggle

    Pediatric specialists may work in children’s hospitals, general hospitals, specialty clinics, academic medical centers, and other healthcare organizations.

  • What pediatric subspecialties can I search for?question toggle

    Common areas include pediatric cardiology, oncology, neurology, endocrinology, emergency medicine, and critical care. Available roles and titles vary by employer.

  • How can I find pediatric specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted professional listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation information, qualifications, location, and responsibilities. Salary and eligibility details vary by position.