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 - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming the lives of children through innovative occupational therapy. Collaborate in a supportive environment where your skills contribute to meaningful growth an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $102K *

Champion growth and development for children ages 0-21 by providing expert occupational therapy in a supportive, team-oriented clinic. Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary professionals to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of leadership development by providing strategic consultation and program management. Drive initiatives that enhance individual competencies and organizational performance, fostering...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic learning and leadership initiatives that enhance team performance and drive organizational success through tailored development programs and effective coaching...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion surgical excellence by collaborating closely with surgeons, performing complex techniques, and driving high-quality patient outcomes across various specialties. Join our dynamic team and enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team of Advanced Practice Providers to deliver high-quality pediatric urgent care. Utilize your expertise in a supportive environment focused on patient-centered care, flexible scheduli...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Empower young patients by providing tailored outpatient therapy services. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance care quality and outcomes for children, while enjoying a supportive environment t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower pediatric orthopedic care by evaluating and managing diverse conditions, collaborating with a dynamic team, and ensuring seamless procedures to deliver family-centered health solutions...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Deliver exceptional patient care as part of a collaborative team in a dynamic outpatient clinic, focusing on quality and efficiency while utilizing advanced technology to enhance service delivery...

Today

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

$250K - $300K *

Drive excellence in pediatric cardiac care through leadership, collaboration, and innovative program development while providing comprehensive care to critically ill patients in a dynamic medical envi...

4 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Launch your career in pediatric cardiac care, providing direct oversight, collaborating with a skilled multidisciplinary team, and participating in innovative clinical research and educational activit...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in an inpatient setting. Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to manage pediatric patients, ensuring safe and e...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $92K *

Empower patient care through effective nursing practices and interdisciplinary collaboration. Focus on assessments, personalized care plans, and ongoing evaluation to ensure positive outcomes for comp...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Champion the growth of pediatric patients by delivering tailored occupational therapy. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create impactful treatment plans, ensuring a fun and supportive envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate healthcare by developing staff competencies through education, consultation, and research. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance patient-centered care delivery and ensure adherence to safe...

2 weeks ago

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

$280K - $330K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing holistic care to seniors, focusing on meaningful patient relationships. As a Primary Care Physician, you'll lead assessments and collaborate with an interdisc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing patient care through expert clinical pharmacy practices, mentoring pharmacists, and enhancing medication use processes to ensure safe and effective drug therapy for diver...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing vital social work services to children with hematology conditions, supporting families through complex care and treatment transitions in a collaborative, mult...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform pediatric care by integrating psychological services within a dynamic, interdisciplinary team. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support children and families, addressing emotiona...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Join us to provide exceptional critical care for pediatric patients in a dedicated CICU. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and drive research, education, and qualit...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $180K *

Transform pediatric urgent care by delivering expert assessments and treatments. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient experiences and ensure efficient operations in a supportive enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional pediatric urgent care. As an Advanced Practice Provider, you'll evaluate and treat children, ensuring high-quality care in a supportive environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $144K *

Elevate patient care by providing skilled nursing in a dynamic Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Collaborate with a dedicated team to support critically ill children, ensuring comprehensive assessments a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead the Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, enhancing clinical care, education, and research. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to drive innovation and excellence in pediatric respiratory heal...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $84K *

Transform patient access by leading complex scheduling, registration, and service excellence initiatives. Utilize advanced problem-solving skills to enhance patient experiences and streamline operatio...

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.