Pediatrician Job Responsibilities Maintains patient records Establishes treatment plans Provide referrals to specialists Conducts medical examinations Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries Communicate with patients and their parents and caregivers Guides patients and caregivers on illness and injury prevention and promotes lifelong health practices Pediatrician Qualifications Skills Excellent bedside manner Ability to express complicated information in an accessible manner for patients and caregivers Patience and empathy Team leadership and management skills Conversational Spanish or other second language a plus Education Experience Licensing Requirements American Board of Pediatricians certification or board eligible Residency or fellowship in pediatrics or pediatric subspecialty License to practice medicine in state of employment 23 years experience