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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$100K - $300K *

Transform patient care by providing clinical services, conducting research, and engaging in educational initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance pediatric health outcomes and a...

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through innovative rehabilitation strategies. Evaluate, implement, and lead therapy services while educating patients and collaborating with inte...

Today

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

$250K - $300K *

Transform your career by leading pediatric orthopaedic surgery, ensuring exceptional clinical care, mentoring future surgeons, and advancing academic scholarship in a dynamic, supportive environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare to a diverse patient population, managing direct care, and training future medical professionals while ensuring quality and safety st...

1 week ago

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

$124K - $145K *

Transform pediatric care by delivering personalized occupational therapy in home settings. Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams to enhance children's functional skills while enjoying...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $145K *

Deliver personalized, one-on-one occupational therapy to pediatric patients, ensuring quality care and professional growth within a supportive team. Enjoy flexible scheduling and a focus on impactful...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $145K *

Unlock potential by providing personalized pediatric occupational therapy in home settings. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance children's development while enjoying flexible scheduling and a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you provide personalized occupational therapy to children in their home environments. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient care while enjoying flexible schedul...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $107K *

Join a collaborative team to deliver expert outpatient orthopedic care, guiding patients through recovery with tailored treatment plans and compassionate support, while enhancing their performance and...

2 weeks ago

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

$57K - $114K *

Unlock your potential as an Occupational Therapist, providing in-home therapy to children with diverse needs. Collaborate with families and care teams to foster independence and growth while enjoying...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $300K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality pediatric anesthesia services, ensuring safe, efficient, and family-centered care through collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in a dynamic...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead the management of resources and operations in your department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment for optimal patient care and...

6 days ago

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

$251K *

Empower a dedicated pediatric team by providing comprehensive care in a supportive environment. Oversee hospitalist duties, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based medicine while collaborating with a ro...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering exceptional pediatric cardiac critical care, collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals to manage complex cases and enhance patient outcomes in a high-acuity...

1 week ago

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

$240K - $394K *

Transform pediatric care by leading a dedicated team focused on enhancing clinical quality and patient experience while ensuring work-life balance and optimal provider well-being...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team providing Endocrinology services in a supportive environment. Enjoy a full-time outpatient practice with competitive compensation, teaching opportunities, and a fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in pediatric innovation by collaborating with clinicians and departments to enhance best practices and align initiatives with quality care standards, ensuring optimal health outcomes f...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in pediatric home health services, overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance, and driving quality improvement initiatives while fostering a compassionate environment for exce...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead operational oversight and training of pharmacy personnel, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting effective patient care in a health system environment...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Lead clinical teaching and research initiatives in pediatric pulmonology, providing exceptional care to patients while contributing to the academic mission of the department and fostering a collaborat...

2 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Transform pediatric care by leading a multidisciplinary team in Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics, focusing on comprehensive evaluations and innovative treatments for children with developmental dis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $99K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by directing clinical and administrative functions across care locations, ensuring alignment with service line priorities and driving performance improvements...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $102K *

Shape the future of early childhood mental health by providing assessments, interventions, and caregiver support. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance developmental practices for children from...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in patient care, collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive nursing services in an Operating Room setting, ensuring safety and effectiven...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $98K *

Transform your career by providing essential clinical and clerical support to enhance patient care. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure efficient workflows and deliver high-quality service in...

Today

  •   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.