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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$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

$88K - $105K *

Explore leadership opportunities in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, ensuring quality patient care while collaborating with a dedicated team to achieve optimal health outcomes. Drive operational excelle...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $111K *

Transform pediatric nutrition care by leading interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored nutrition plans for critically ill infants and children, while engaging in research and quality improvement in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $111K *

Transform pediatric nutrition care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop tailored nutrition plans for critically ill infants and children, ensuring optimal health outcomes through...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$340K - $360K *

Join our dedicated team to provide exceptional mental health care for children and adolescents. You'll play a vital role in delivering evidence-based treatment, collaborating with professionals, and e...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$366K - $470K *

Champion the mental health of children and adolescents by providing expert psychiatric care, combining medication management and therapy in a supportive environment that prioritizes patient well-being...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$366K - $470K *

Lead the delivery of exceptional mental health care for children and adolescents. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide comprehensive treatment, ensuring clinical excellence and patient satisfa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$268K - $369K *

Empower young minds by providing exceptional psychiatric care. Join a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, offering flexible schedules and a supportive environment focused on patient w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$363K - $467K *

Reimagine mental health care by providing expert psychiatric support to children and adolescents. Collaborate with a dedicated clinical team to deliver evidence-based treatment in a flexible, patient...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Champion the growth of Pediatric services by leading the development of centers of excellence, enhancing clinical care, and driving academic initiatives within a dynamic healthcare environment focused...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $120K *

Join a dedicated team as an RN Care Coordinator, supporting Pediatric Specialty Programs. Utilize your clinical expertise to enhance patient care, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and drive...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $120K *

Drive excellence in pediatric care as you coordinate multidisciplinary programs, ensuring seamless patient experiences and implementing evidence-based practices to enhance outcomes and support familie...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $500K *

Shape the future of pediatric dentistry by delivering exceptional care while enjoying a balanced lifestyle and lucrative income opportunities. Focus on patient well-being with support from a dedicated...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $500K *

Make your mark at a thriving pediatric dental practice focused on patient care, community, and your professional growth. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with excellent income potential and comprehensive su...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $500K *

Transform your career with a role focused on pediatric dental care, emphasizing patient wellness and balanced lifestyle. Join a dynamic team dedicated to clinical excellence and community impact while...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $98K *

Transform patient care by providing expert podiatric medical and surgical services. Collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team to assess, diagnose, and treat foot disorders, ensuring high-quality ca...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing compassionate, one-on-one nursing care for pediatric patients with complex medical needs in a flexible, supportive environment. Enjoy meaningful work with com...

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.