Pediatrician - U.S. Navy

U.S. Navy; Oak Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 248,000 - 291,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accession Bonus $400,000

Specialty Incentive Pay $43,000

Board Certification Pay $8,000

CME Allowance

30 days Paid Time Off

Forever GI Bill – education benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking a pediatric physician for opportunities across multiple locations, including Washington.

The role offers a starting compensation with substantial bonuses and a full benefits package designed for military families, retirement, and education support. The physician will provide comprehensive pediatric care across clinical and operational settings, contributing to readiness and resilience of service members and their families, with a strong emphasis on preventive care and

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited school.
• 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. Citizenship.
• Between the ages of 21 and 57. (Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care — from preventive medicine and vaccinations to diagnosing and treating illnesses and injuries.
• Support growth, health, and well-being of children in clinical and operational Navy settings, contributing to readiness of military families.

Education

MD or DO from an accredited school

ACGME pediatric residency (or final year)

Board Certified / Board 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 Pay
• CME Allowance
• Exceptional Benefits – including retirement, 30 days of PTO, and more
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave – plus additional convalescent leave if needed
• Forever 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

• California
• Florida
• Virginia
• Maryland
• Washington
• North Carolina
• South Carolina
• Illinois
• …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. Citizenship
• Between the ages of 21 and 57 (Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)