Pediatrician Duties and Responsibilities: They provide medical care for people ranging from newborns to young adults.They are also responsible for examining, diagnosing, and treating children with injuries and illnesses. Salary: $205,610 Education: Some obtain the bachelor's degree Demand or Need for this Profession: bachelor's degree, doctor of medicine, and a doctor of osteopathic medicine. Reflection: I would like to be a pediatrician because i like to help.