Pediatrician - U.S. Navy

U.S. Navy; Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune (NC); On-site; USD 248,000 - 291,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

30 days PTO

Maternity leave

Forever GI Bill

Education benefits

No billing worries

Annual book stipend

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a MD/DO pediatrician to provide comprehensive care to the children of service members in clinical and Navy operational settings, contributing to family readiness and resilience.

Highlights include a starting annual compensation of $247,883–$291,461, a 12‑week paid maternity leave policy, the Forever GI Bill education benefits, a 30‑day PTO allotment, and robust retirement benefits. Other benefits include full coverage of patient care with no billing hassles across duty

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
• ECFMG certification required.
• ACGME pediatric residency completed or in final year.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Age between 21 and 57.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care, including preventive medicine and vaccinations.
• Support growth and health of children in clinical and Navy operational settings.

Skills

Pediatric care

Vaccinations

Preventive medicine

Clinical excellence

Education

MD/DO

ECFMG Certification

ACGME pediatric residency

Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatrics

U.S. Citizenship

Age 21–57

Job description

Starting Annual Compensation: $247,883 – $291,461

Make a lasting impact by providing top-quality care to the children of service members. This is a unique opportunity to serve your country while advancing your career in a purpose-driven environment with outstanding benefits.

Position Highlights

$400,000 Accession Bonus$43,000 Specialty Incentive Pay$8,000 Board Certification PayCME AllowanceExceptional Benefits – including retirement, 30 days of PTO, and more12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave – plus additional convalescent leave if neededForever GI Bill – 36 months of education benefits, including full tuition, housing allowance, and a $1,000 yearly book stipend (for you or your dependents)No Billing Worries – full coverage of patient care, no insurance hassles

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive pediatric care — from preventive medicine and vaccinations to diagnosing and treating illnesses and injuries. You’ll support the growth, health, and well‑being of children in both clinical and operational Navy settings, directly contributing to the readiness and resilience of military families.

Potential Practice Locations

CaliforniaFloridaVirginiaMarylandWashingtonNorth CarolinaSouth CarolinaIllinois…and more.

Minimum Qualifications

MD or DO from an accredited school (or ECFMG Certified)Completion of an ACGME accredited pediatric residency (or in final year)Board Certified / Board Eligible in Pediatrics (or in final year of residency)U.S. CitizenshipBetween the ages of 21 and 57 (Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)