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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$79K - $118K *

Empower the recruitment process by facilitating physician and APC onboarding, ensuring compliance, and enhancing candidate experiences. Collaborate with leadership to address workforce needs and promo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $118K *

Lead the charge in enhancing physician recruitment by building relationships, coordinating site visits, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process for candidates and their families, while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to facilitate physician recruitment and onboarding, ensuring a smooth integration process. Collaborate with leadership to enhance workforce planning and retention strategies while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive the operational and clinical excellence of a pediatric home health program, ensuring compliance and quality care for medically dependent children. Lead a dedicated team while managing resources...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team providing specialized dental care to pediatric patients. You'll partner closely with a dedicated surgical team, treating a variety of cases in a fast-paced, supportive environment...

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform pediatric dentistry by providing exceptional care while collaborating with surgical teams. Engage with a passionate organization committed to enhancing the lives of children and those with s...

4 weeks ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering comprehensive pediatric care from birth to age 18, focusing on well-child checks and chronic disease management in a collaborative and supportive environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $91K *

Empower pediatric patients by delivering skilled nursing care in home settings. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure safety and well-being while managing complex medical needs and providing com...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Transform neonatal care by leading a dedicated NICU team, enhancing clinical excellence, and fostering collaboration. Shape the future of our thriving program while making a meaningful impact on infan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Advance your career by providing expert pediatric ophthalmology care, managing patient evaluations, treatments, and training medical professionals while ensuring high standards of quality and safety i...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate improvements by leading multidisciplinary teams to enhance clinical outcomes and patient experiences through data analysis and process redesign initiatives...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Transform healthcare delivery as a vital Pediatric Hospitalist, focusing on inpatient care with a collaborative team, ensuring high-quality support for the community. Enhance patient experience and co...

4 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to provide outpatient psychiatric care, managing 12-16 patients daily. Leverage your expertise in medication management and psychotherapy while contributing to a mission-driven org...

6 days ago

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

$267K - $373K *

Transform pediatric dental care by delivering comprehensive treatments, ensuring optimal health outcomes for young patients, and collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team to enhance community wel...

4 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Champion pediatric pulmonary and sleep medicine, providing high-quality care while expanding a collaborative program. Engage in interdisciplinary initiatives and contribute to the growth of specialize...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading a dedicated unit, overseeing operations, quality, and collaboration with leadership to ensure exceptional care delivery and patient experience while managin...

3 weeks ago

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

$124K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing personalized pediatric care in home settings. Enjoy flexible scheduling while making a meaningful impact on children's lives through evidence-based occupation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $250K *

Advance pediatric services by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing program development, and collaborating with clinical and administrative teams. Drive operational excellence and improve patient e...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Lead the advancement of pediatric gastroenterology, driving clinical excellence, education, and research initiatives across a dynamic healthcare setting. Mentor faculty and shape future clinicians whi...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance pediatric care in stem cell and cellular therapy. Lead clinical initiatives, provide academic support, and advance innovative treatment options for...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage advanced nursing and medical care for pediatric patients with complex conditions. Collaborate with physicians to deliver high-quality, acute care in a fast-paced, night shift environment, ensur...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $240K *

Deliver comprehensive medical care to pediatric patients with neurodevelopmental differences, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and experiences through innovative...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion high-quality pediatric care as a vital overnight provider in a dynamic PICU, ensuring optimal management of critical patients and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams while leveraging y...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that provides expert guidance in medication management for patients in a clinical setting, ensuring optimal drug therapy while collaborating closely with healthcare staff to enhance patien...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$239K - $260K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care, collaborating with staff to enhance patient experiences, and leading preventive health initiatives in a community-focused enviro...

3 weeks ago

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

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.