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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$76K - $199K *

Drive sales and foster relationships in the healthcare sector by engaging customers through innovative strategies and effective communication, while leveraging analytical skills and product knowledge...

Maryland, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Deliver comprehensive patient care in a dynamic outpatient setting, blending cardiology and primary care. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance patient outcomes and foster strong relationships wh...

3 days ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of pediatric mental health by leading a collaborative team as Medical Director. Oversee clinical operations while providing outpatient care to children and adolescents, ensuring high...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $98K *

Elevate clinical excellence by designing and implementing educational programs for nursing staff, fostering professional growth and competency through collaboration and innovative training methods in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Join a dedicated team providing evidence-based care for children and adolescents in an acute setting. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure quality psychiatric services, patient engagement, and eff...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading pediatric cardiac surgical care. Drive clinical excellence and team development in a dynamic environment, impacting the lives of children and families through exceptiona...

3 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Drive comprehensive psychiatric care for children and adolescents by conducting evaluations, prescribing medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective treatment and c...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$226K - $317K *

Provide specialized psychiatric services to mentally ill patients, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Conduct evaluations, manage treatment plans, and participate in medical committees whi...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Inspire growth as a Pediatric Therapy Clinical Supervisor, balancing leadership with clinical practice. Guide a dedicated team while maintaining a reduced caseload, fostering professional development...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock the potential of patient care by collaborating closely with healthcare teams to enhance operating room efficiency and deliver compassionate support. Contribute to a positive environment while a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic benefits initiatives, enhancing program effectiveness, and ensuring compliance. Drive operational excellence while fostering a responsive team culture and coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Help us enhance nursing excellence by developing educational programs and fostering professional growth for healthcare personnel, ensuring quality patient care through innovative leadership and collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional pediatric care through collaboration and innovative nursing practices, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse patient needs in a dynamic outpa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower patients by delivering high-quality primary care in a collaborative environment. Work closely with a dedicated team to provide comprehensive health services to diverse age groups, enhancing ch...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Advance patient care by collaborating with a diverse team to enhance healthcare delivery. Provide personalized attention across all ages while focusing on chronic condition management and education in...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower patient care by collaborating with a dedicated team to provide exceptional primary care for all ages, ensuring high clinical quality and personalized education in a flexible work environment...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $94K *

Join a dedicated team to provide exceptional pediatric care, enhancing lives through compassionate service and teamwork. Embrace a rewarding role that fosters professional growth and a supportive envi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $112K *

Champion the growth and quality of our after-school Social Connections Program by leading clinical operations, staff development, and participant engagement, ensuring evidence-based practices and mean...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K *

Join a dynamic team to provide comprehensive behavioral health treatment for children and adolescents, addressing conditions like depression and anxiety in a collaborative primary care model. Open to...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Explore new opportunities as you deliver exceptional clinical care, collaborating with a team of skilled professionals. Shape the future of patient health through compassionate service, education, and...

4 weeks ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Elevate pediatric dermatology by leading program development, ensuring high-quality care, and fostering innovation at an academic medical center. Collaborate with stakeholders to create a nationally r...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive enterprise solutions by analyzing, designing, and delivering innovative clinical and business systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure technical excellence across multiple...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $136K *

Transform pediatric care by delivering exceptional health services to children. Collaborate with a supportive team in a friendly practice environment, offering flexible hours to maintain work-life bal...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering comprehensive medical care. This role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing patient care, collaborating with a diverse Care Team, and contributing to q...

4 weeks ago

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

$67K - $114K *

Empower pediatric patients through skilled and compassionate occupational therapy. Collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized in-home care that fosters long-term re...

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  •   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.