Pediatricians, General
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries in children. May refer patients to specialists for further diagnosis or treatment, as needed.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Pediatricians, General to increase by 1.5% between 2024 and 2034, from 42,200 to 42,900 jobs. Its estimate of 1,000 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($210,040), education (Doctoral or professional degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
42,200
Projected employment (2034)
42,900
Projected change (2024–2034)
2%
Annual openings (projected average)
1,000
Pay & Preparation
$210,040
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Internship/residency
Essential Skills
Speaking (4.25/5) • Critical Thinking (4.25/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (4.25/5) • Active Listening (4.12/5) • Reading Comprehension (4.12/5) • Active Learning (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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