Pediatricians, general
SOC Code: 29-1221Also known as:
Baby Doctor, Developmental Pediatrician, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Doctor, Emergency Room Pediatrician (ER Pediatrician)
Median Annual Salary
$210,130
+0.8% growth (2024-2034)
1K
Openings/Year
46K
Current Jobs
What Pediatricians, general Do
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries in children. May refer patients to specialists for further diagnosis or treatment, as needed.
💰 Salary
$210,130
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+0.8%
Little or no change
🎓 Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
1K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Internship/residency
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
46,400
Projected Employment (2034)
46,800
Related Careers
Emergency medicine physicians
N/A •
+2.7% growth
Family medicine physicians
$238,380 •
+2.7% growth
General internal medicine physicians
$236,350 •
+3.3% growth
Obstetricians and gynecologists
N/A •
+1.2% growth
Pediatric surgeons
N/A •
+1.5% growth
Top Skills Required
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Judgment and Decision Making
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.
- Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.
- Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.
- Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.
- Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
- Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.
- Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.
- Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
- Plan and execute medical care programs to aid in the mental and physical growth and development of children and adolescents.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
Post-Doctoral Training
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Pediatricians, general
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a pediatricians, general:
Medicine
20,703 degrees awarded •
151 colleges offer this program
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy
8,465 degrees awarded •
36 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Pediatricians, general
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become pediatricians, general.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do pediatricians, general make?
The median annual salary for pediatricians, general is $210,130.
What education do pediatricians, general need?
Most pediatricians, general positions require a doctoral or professional degree.
Common degree programs include Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy.
Is becoming a pediatricians, general a good career choice?
Pediatricians, general is projected to see +0.8% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is about average for all occupations. With approximately 1,200 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for pediatricians, general?
Top colleges for aspiring pediatricians, general include
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of California-Los Angeles, Tufts University, Harvard University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to pediatricians, general?
Pediatricians, general may also be known as: Baby Doctor, Developmental Pediatrician, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Doctor, Emergency Room Pediatrician (ER Pediatrician), General Pediatrician, Group Practice Pediatrician, Internal Medicine Pediatrician, Medical Doctor (MD), Medical Pediatric Physician, Neonatal Doctor, Neonatologist, Outpatient Pediatrician, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician, Pediatric Hospitalist Physician, Pediatric Physician, Pediatrician, Pediatrics Physician, Pediatrist, Physician.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.