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Pediatrics in Academic

Work-life balance reality from 75 Pediatrics physicians working in Academic settings.

3.9/5
Satisfaction
83%
Would Choose Again
$297k
Avg Comp
45
Avg Hours/Week

Real Experiences from Academic Pediatrics Physicians

“Intern at hospital. Work 6 days a week, 12+ hours while in hospital. 5 days a week with 10ish hours when in clinic”
Kansas City, Missouri1 years65 hrs/wk$74k

How Academic Compares to Other Settings

Practice SettingPhysiciansSatisfactionAvg HoursAvg Comp
Hospital-employed1414.1/546$331k
Academic753.9/545$297k
Private Practice383.8/544$317k
Hospital Employed113.5/547$754k
Residency43.5/570$67k

Common Questions

What's it like to be a Pediatrics physician in Academic?

Based on 75 responses, Pediatrics physicians in Academic report 3.9/5 satisfaction, working an average of 45 hours per week, earning an average of $297,481.83% would choose this path again.

How does Academic compare to other practice settings for Pediatrics?

Academic ranks among the 2 most common settings for Pediatrics. Compared to other settings, it offers average satisfaction scores.

Quick Stats

Satisfaction:3.9/5
Would Choose Again:83%
Avg Comp:$297k
Avg Hours:45

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Hospital-employed (141) →Private Practice (38) →Hospital Employed (11) →Residency (4) →

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