Explore Pediatrician Jobs

Discover pediatrician jobs for physicians dedicated to supporting the health and development of infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatricians work in settings such as hospitals, community health centers, private practices, and specialty clinics, providing preventive care, diagnosing and treating illness, and guiding families through important health decisions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced physicians explore their next career move.

What Pediatricians Do

Pediatricians provide age-appropriate care, conduct wellness visits, monitor growth and development, administer or recommend immunizations, and diagnose and manage a wide range of conditions. They also communicate with parents and caregivers, coordinate referrals, and collaborate with nurses and other healthcare professionals. Depending on their role, pediatricians may focus on primary care, hospital medicine, or a pediatric subspecialty.

Common Pediatrician Work Settings

Pediatrician roles are available across outpatient practices, children’s hospitals, general hospitals, academic medical centers, and integrated health systems. Some positions emphasize continuity of care and preventive medicine, while others involve inpatient care, teaching, research, or leadership. Work schedules, patient populations, and clinical responsibilities vary by employer and location.

Qualifications for Pediatrician Careers

Most pediatrician positions require a medical degree, completion of an accredited pediatric residency, and an active medical license in the state where the physician practices. Employers may also require board certification or board eligibility in pediatrics. Subspecialty roles typically call for additional fellowship training and relevant certification. Strong communication, sound clinical judgment, and a family-centered approach are valuable across pediatric settings.

Find Pediatrician Opportunities on Ladders

Search pediatrician jobs on Ladders to review vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, employer, specialty, and role responsibilities to identify positions that fit your experience and career goals. Job availability and compensation vary by position and market.

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$211K - $252K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering patient-centered care across diverse needs. Manage a varied patient panel, collaborate with colleagues, and engage in continuous learning while providing hi...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$233K - $279K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive primary care, managing diverse patient needs through in-office and tele-health visits, while collaborating with clinical teams and supervising colleagues to...

Wake Forest, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $252K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive primary care by managing diverse patient needs, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance healthcare del...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$253K - $302K *

Lead a diverse patient panel, managing acute and chronic care while collaborating with teams. Elevate your clinical skills through continuous learning and supervision of colleagues, ensuring high-qual...

Bethesda, MDRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$273K - $290K *

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Glastonbury, CTRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$273K - $290K *

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Connecticut, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$258K - $274K *

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Jersey City, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$258K - $274K *

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Englewood, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$308K - $369K *

Lead patient care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute, chronic, and well visits, utilizing your clinical expertise while supervising colleagues and adapting to ev...

Emeryville, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$308K - $369K *

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Berkeley, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$308K - $369K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$308K - $369K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $199K *

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Boston, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$256K - $307K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $220K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $162K *

Empower your career by managing diverse patient needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute and chronic care, utilize your clinical skills, and participate in continuous learning to enhance...

Washington, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $162K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care by managing diverse needs, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance healthcare delivery and...

Washington, DCRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $155K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse patient needs through in-office and tele-health visits. Collaborate with clinical teams, engage in continuous learning, and utilize your clinical expertise to enha...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $97K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $153K *

Elevate patient care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Conduct in-office and tele-health visits while engaging in continuous learning and utilizing your clinical expertise to e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$291K - $380K *

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a pediatrician do?question toggle

    A pediatrician provides medical care for infants, children, and adolescents. Responsibilities commonly include preventive visits, monitoring growth and development, diagnosing and treating illness, and advising families about a child’s health.

  • What qualifications are typically required for pediatrician jobs?question toggle

    Pediatrician roles generally require a medical degree, completion of pediatric residency, and an active state medical license. Many employers also seek board certification or board eligibility; subspecialty positions may require fellowship training.

  • Where do pediatricians work?question toggle

    Pediatricians work in settings such as private practices, outpatient clinics, children’s hospitals, general hospitals, academic medical centers, and health systems. Duties depend on the setting and whether the role focuses on primary, inpatient, or specialty care.

  • Are pediatrician jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including physician opportunities. Compensation for pediatrician positions varies based on factors such as location, experience, specialty, employer, and schedule.

  • How can I find the right pediatrician position?question toggle

    Compare openings by location, clinical focus, employer, responsibilities, and qualifications. Consider whether you prefer outpatient continuity of care, hospital-based work, a subspecialty, or opportunities in teaching, research, or leadership.