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Explore Chief Clinical Officer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Chief Clinical Officers guide clinical strategy and help healthcare organizations deliver safe, effective, high-quality care. They partner with executive teams and clinical leaders to align patient outcomes, operational priorities, and organizational goals.

What Does a Chief Clinical Officer Do?

A CCO provides senior-level oversight of clinical services and helps shape care delivery across a hospital, health system, medical group, or other healthcare organization. Responsibilities may include setting clinical standards, advancing quality and patient safety, supporting regulatory compliance, and using performance data to identify opportunities for improvement. CCOs often collaborate with physicians, nurses, administrators, and finance and operations teams.

Common CCO Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement clinical strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Monitor quality, safety, patient experience, and clinical performance.
  • Lead initiatives that improve care coordination and clinical outcomes.
  • Support accreditation, regulatory readiness, and evidence-based practice.
  • Build alignment among medical staff, care teams, and executive leadership.
  • Guide clinical operations, resource planning, and service-line development.

Qualifications for Chief Clinical Officer Roles

Requirements vary by employer and setting. Many CCO positions call for a clinical degree and an active or previously held professional license, along with substantial experience in healthcare leadership. Employers may seek a physician executive or another experienced clinical leader with a record of improving quality, leading multidisciplinary teams, and managing complex organizational change. Business, health administration, or leadership training can also be valuable.

Find Chief Clinical Officer Jobs

CCO opportunities may be available at hospitals, health systems, specialty-care organizations, and other healthcare providers. Browse vetted Chief Clinical Officer openings on Ladders and explore senior healthcare leadership roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications to identify positions that fit your experience and career goals.

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Clinical Director - Medical ICU and Two North

$108K - $179K *

Join us to oversee daily operations, enhance staff education, ensure compliance, and manage fiscal responsibilities within assigned departments, fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and t...

Cape May Court House, NJ (Cape May County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Director of Clinical Services - RN

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead clinical services in hospice care, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes and compliance. Drive quality improvement initiatives and support staff development in a collaborat...

West Liberty, OH (Logan County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Chief Strategy Officer

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of organizational strategy and performance excellence. Lead enterprise-wide initiatives, drive innovation, and ensure alignment with long-term goals while collaborating with executive...

Greenville, NC (Pitt County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Chief Strategy Officer

$160K - $200K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives that drive organizational excellence and growth. As a key advisor, you'll shape the future by identifying opportunities, fostering innovation, and ensuring alignm...

Chapel Hill, NC (Orange County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Chief Strategy Officer

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic vision and organizational excellence as a key advisor, shaping long-term growth initiatives and performance management. Collaborate with leadership to translate complex challenges into...

Winston Salem, NC (Forsyth County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Executive Director of Clinical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion exceptional patient outcomes by leading a dedicated clinical team. Oversee operational practices, implement value-based care, and ensure efficiency within the care group to enhance patient ex...

Myrtle Beach, SC (Horry County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Executive Director of Clinical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and implement value-based care practices, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a co...

Rock Hill, SC (York County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Operations - Senior Director of Patient Access

$110K - $130K *

Oversee strategic and operational leadership for patient access services, enhancing care access, optimizing workflows, and improving patient satisfaction across multiple departments while fostering co...

Little Falls, NY (Herkimer County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Operations - Senior Director of Patient Access

$125K - $150K *

Empower patient access by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight, enhancing workflows, and fostering collaboration to ensure a seamless, patient-centered experience across healthcare...

Marana, AZ (Pima County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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$143K - $258K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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Pioneer continuous value improvement by establishing performance frameworks, identifying risks, and guiding leadership decisions through data-driven insights and scenario analysis, ensuring operationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Lead the development of an integrated performance framework to enhance operational efficiency. Drive scenario analysis and risk assessment, translating complex data into actionable insights for leader...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Accelerate progress at a leading organization by enhancing operational performance through strategic analysis, risk assessment, and effective decision-making. Drive continuous improvement initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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Shape operational excellence by leading continuous value improvement initiatives. Drive performance management, risk assessment, and strategic decision-making to enhance organizational outcomes and fo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance operational performance through strategic analysis, risk assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and driving impactf...

Mason, OH (Warren County)In-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational performance through strategic analysis and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive impactful decision-making by identifying risks and opportunities, while fo...

New York, NY (New York County)In-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational performance through strategic analysis and continuous improvement. Lead initiatives that drive impactful decision-making and foster a culture of a...

Richmond, VA (Richmond City County)In-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Drive impactful change by leading continuous value improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational performance, identify risks, and implement strategic solution...

Jamaica, NY (Queens County)In-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Champion operational excellence by leading performance management initiatives, identifying risks, and driving continuous improvement strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness and decision-mak...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Champion operational excellence by leading performance management initiatives, identifying risks, and driving continuous improvement strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness and decision-mak...

Wallingford, CT (Naugatuck Vly County)In-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational performance through strategic analysis and improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, drive decision-making, and imple...

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Director Continuous Value Improvement

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Transform operational performance by leading continuous value improvement initiatives. Drive strategic analysis, identify risks, and enhance decision-making processes to ensure impactful outcomes acro...

Baltimore, MD (Baltimore City County)In-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Clinical Performance Advisor - RN

$80K - $100K *

Manage and enhance clinical operations, supporting quality assurance and building strong relationships between hospital staff, PCPs, and patients. Drive performance improvement through data analysis a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Director Continuous Value Improvement

$143K - $258K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational performance through strategic analysis, risk assessment, and performance management. Drive impactful decision-making by translating complex data into actionabl...

Muse, PA (Washington County)In-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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West Plains, MO (Howell County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Clinical Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Clinical Officer is an executive who oversees clinical strategy and helps ensure that an organization delivers safe, effective, high-quality care. The role often connects clinical teams with executive leadership.

  • What does a Chief Clinical Officer do?question toggle

    A CCO commonly leads clinical quality and safety initiatives, sets care standards, supports regulatory compliance, reviews performance data, and works with clinical and operational leaders to improve care delivery.

  • What qualifications are usually required for CCO jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the organization. Employers often look for a clinical degree, relevant licensure or clinical background, and extensive leadership experience in healthcare. Some roles favor physician executives or candidates with experience in health administration.

  • Where do Chief Clinical Officers work?question toggle

    Chief Clinical Officers may work for hospitals, health systems, medical groups, specialty-care providers, and other healthcare organizations with complex clinical operations.

  • How can I find Chief Clinical Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted senior healthcare leadership opportunities, review each listing’s requirements and compensation details, and focus your search on roles that match your clinical and executive experience.