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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$210K - $250K *

Champion pediatric anesthesiology and impactful research as part of an esteemed academic institution. Cultivate collaboration and lead innovative studies while delivering high-quality care to young pa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by operating and maintaining ECMO circuits for patients needing advanced cardiopulmonary support. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure optimal patient care and safety througho...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing pediatric diabetes care through education, support, and community engagement. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and advoca...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $109K *

Engage with patients and families to enhance diabetes education and management. Collaborate with healthcare teams, advocate for patient care, and participate in community outreach to improve diabetes...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

Empower diverse communities by providing compassionate, culturally affirming primary care. Join a collaborative team dedicated to health equity, HIV prevention, and whole-person wellness in a supporti...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing education for Emergency Department advanced practice providers. Lead initiatives, ensure compliance, and enhance patient care through innovative training and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Engage with pediatric patients to evaluate and treat speech and language disorders. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to develop effective treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive care for ch...

Today

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

$250K - $300K *

Champion cutting-edge pediatric spine surgery, enhancing treatment for spinal deformities through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative research...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate pediatric care by integrating therapy into daily routines, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support children with developmental needs. Experience meaningful, real-time impact in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $118K *

Manage patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care and patient satisfaction while adhe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $108K *

Optimize pediatric care by leading individualized plans, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide specialized support for medically fragile children, ensuring high-qu...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join a dedicated team providing comprehensive pediatric care, diagnosing and treating health conditions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals in a mission-driven environment to support the health...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing our Pediatric Neurology program, focusing on strategic growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and enhancing patient care while maintaining a significant clinical practic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Engage in a dynamic academic role, providing pediatric pulmonology care, leading programs, and contributing to education and research within a multidisciplinary team focused on improving children's re...

Rochester, NYIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$180K - $220K *

Transform pediatric care by joining a dynamic team as a Pediatric Pulmonologist. Lead clinical initiatives, engage in research, and educate future medical professionals while providing comprehensive c...

Reposted yesterday

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team as a Pediatric Pulmonologist, contributing to clinical care, education, and research. Lead initiatives in a multidisciplinary environment, focusing on pediatric respiratory health...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing evidence-based care for adolescents and young adults with eating disorders. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to expand therapy programs and shape a r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Explore a pivotal role guiding pediatric nursing onboarding, enhancing care quality through mentorship, training, and relationship building, while ensuring compliance and excellence in home care servi...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Champion the onboarding of pediatric nursing staff, ensuring top-tier training and support for complex patient care transitioning from hospital to home, while upholding clinical standards and fosterin...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $171K *

Help us transform pharmaceutical care by overseeing medication regimens, educating patients, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Drive quality improvement and mentor future pharmacists while ensu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive preoperative assessments for pediatric patients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and efficient anesthesia readiness for surgical pr...

Today

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

$170K - $200K *

Advance your career by providing exceptional inpatient care for pediatric patients. Collaborate with a dedicated team, educate future medical professionals, and engage in quality improvement initiativ...

1 week ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Help us shape the future of pediatric healthcare by providing expert imaging services in a collaborative environment. Join a leading team at a top children's hospital, where your skills will impact th...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Help us drive impactful projects by managing initiatives across departments. You'll lead planning, communication, and documentation efforts to ensure successful project execution in a dynamic environm...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of pediatric charge capture engagements, assessing workflows and identifying revenue opportunities. Collaborate with client teams to implement actionable findings and enhance operationa...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.