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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$68K - $93K *

Transform pediatric care by providing compassionate, skilled nursing to children with complex medical needs in a supportive home environment. Enjoy flexible shifts and meaningful one-on-one patient in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Make your mark at a compassionate healthcare team providing 1:1 skilled nursing for pediatric patients with complex needs. Join us in delivering exceptional care and support to families in a home sett...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Unlock potential by providing compassionate, skilled nursing care to pediatric patients in a home setting. Enjoy flexible scheduling options and a supportive environment while making a meaningful impa...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Advance your career by providing compassionate, skilled nursing care to pediatric patients with complex medical needs in a home setting. Join a dedicated team for day, evening, and overnight shifts, m...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Shape the future of pediatric care by providing compassionate, skilled nursing to children with complex medical needs in a supportive home environment. Enjoy flexible shifts and meaningful one-on-one...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Make your mark at the forefront of pediatric care by providing compassionate, skilled nursing to children with complex medical needs in a home setting. Join a dedicated team delivering personalized ca...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Deliver compassionate, skilled nursing care to pediatric patients in home settings, ensuring adherence to care plans and fostering a supportive environment for families and caregivers across various s...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Deliver compassionate, skilled nursing care to pediatric patients in home settings. Provide 1:1 support for complex medical needs during day, evening, and overnight shifts, ensuring adherence to care...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Support pediatric patients by delivering compassionate, skilled nursing care in home settings. Collaborate with families and healthcare teams to ensure optimal treatment and education, while maintaini...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $93K *

Transform pediatric care by providing compassionate, skilled nursing to children with complex medical needs in a home setting. Join a dedicated team delivering personalized support during day, evening...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic Interventional Radiology team, performing advanced, minimally invasive procedures while enhancing patient care and participating in quality improvement initi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $127K *

Develop and oversee comprehensive patient care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality nursing care and effective communication, while providing guidance and support to bot...

3 weeks ago

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

$131K - $197K *

Transform pediatric critical care services by leading operations, ensuring quality, and fostering staff development. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and drive strate...

3 days ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in innovative cancer care for children, managing complex cases in a multidisciplinary team. Collaborate closely with specialists to enhance treatment outcomes and engage in quality imp...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $227K *

Reimagine healthcare delivery by leading interdisciplinary teams, enhancing educational initiatives, and fostering partnerships to improve patient outcomes across the pediatric sector. Your expertise...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead pharmaceutical care for pediatric patients by overseeing medication therapy, educating medical staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient outcomes...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's committed to improving mental health for children and adolescents through comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment plans, and collaborative care with families and educati...

4 weeks ago

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

$131K - $178K *

Elevate clinical operations in a dynamic environment, fostering staff growth and compliance while ensuring top-notch patient care in the Ambulatory Clinic setting, overseeing nephrology programs and l...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $110K *

Empower patients' health by delivering high-quality, compassionate nursing care. Collaborate with a dedicated team in a dynamic outpatient setting to ensure optimal outcomes using evidence-based pract...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of child and adolescent mental health by leading a dynamic team in a renowned behavioral health network, providing innovative outpatient services and program oversight for diverse nee...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Join our dedicated team to oversee clinical and administrative leadership in outpatient psychiatry services for youth, focusing on innovative treatment and comprehensive care for ages 0-25, while supp...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Provide exceptional patient care as an Advanced Practice Nurse in a dynamic Float Pool environment, collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes through assessment, treatment plannin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $98K *

Transform patient care by providing essential clinical and clerical support to healthcare teams. Ensure efficient workflows and assist in implementing medical plans, fostering collaboration with patie...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $98K *

Empower patient care by providing essential clinical and clerical support. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure efficient workflows and high-quality patient experiences, integrating technical s...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $98K *

Empower patient care by providing essential clinical and clerical support. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure efficient workflows and high-quality service, integrating technical skills and pa...

5 days 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.