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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$120K - $150K *

Empower pediatric care by leading clinical quality and provider development. Collaborate with operations to enhance patient safety and experience while driving performance across practices. Engage dir...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$75K - $100K *

Empower patients by providing integrated behavioral health care in a dynamic setting. Collaborate with primary care teams to deliver evidence-based therapies, addressing a range of mental health conce...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $300K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care while engaging in research, education, and advocacy initiatives. Collaborate with a dedicated medical team to enhance pediatric health outcomes a...

1 week ago

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

$84K *

Engage in delivering high-quality pediatric echocardiograms while mentoring students and fellows, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement in care processes within a collaborative te...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading surgical services, enhancing quality and safety while managing operations, budgets, and team development in a dynamic healthcare environment...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to patient care by interpreting medication orders, dispensing prescriptions, and providing drug information. Supervise support staff and ensure compliance with protocols while engaging in q...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by overseeing inpatient pharmacy operations, ensuring accurate medication distribution, and providing expert drug information while supervising support staff and enhancing quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing pediatric care through innovative plastic surgery. Collaborate with experts to enhance patient outcomes, engage in teaching, and contribute to research while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $126K *

Elevate your career as a Speech-Language Pathologist, driving impactful therapy for children. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team, advance through our Clinical Ladder, and enjoy a supportive envir...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic initiatives and optimizing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and deliver results that align with organizational goals, fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of comprehensive patient care management across multiple pediatric specialties, ensuring continuity and quality of care through effective nursing processes and collaboration with health...

2 weeks ago

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

$77K - $104K *

Shape the future of pediatric behavioral health by providing comprehensive, developmentally informed psychotherapy to children and families within a collaborative, mission-driven team of medical and m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$52K - $156K *

Join a dedicated team to provide in-home therapy for children, empowering them to overcome communication and developmental challenges while collaborating with families and professionals...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by enhancing nursing staff development through innovative orientation and mentorship programs, ensuring quality patient care and professional growth within a collaborative healthca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Champion the future of pediatric care by joining a thriving practice that offers flexible hours, competitive compensation, and a supportive environment for your career growth...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Join a dedicated pediatric team to deliver exceptional care in physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Collaborate in a supportive environment focused on individualized treatment plans and meaning...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

The Director of Nursing, Pediatrics is a Registered Nurse responsible for overseeing nursing care excellence and managing operational, human resource, quality, and financial aspects of the department...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $113K *

Unlock potential by providing individualized care to pediatric patients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes. Enjoy a supportive environment that fosters professio...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Advance pediatric care by providing individualized therapy to children, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes while fostering clinician growth and autonom...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Shape the future of pediatric care by providing individualized therapy to children. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes while enjoying a supportive environment that fosters p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Unlock potential by providing exceptional outpatient pediatric therapy services. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver individualized care, ensuring meaningful progress for children from birth...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Unlock potential by joining a dedicated pediatric team focused on delivering exceptional care through individualized treatment plans and collaborative support. Experience a rewarding environment that...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming pediatric care through personalized therapy. Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to provide exceptional support and outcomes for children, whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $113K *

Advance pediatric care by providing individualized therapy to children, collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and foster growth in a supportive environmen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $107K *

Join a dedicated pediatric team to provide individualized care for children. Collaborate in a supportive environment that values growth, authenticity, and exceptional outcomes in physical, occupationa...

1 week 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.