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.
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.
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.
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.
Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator, RN
$83K - $89K *
Lead the charge in enhancing patient care by managing MDS assessments and ensuring compliance with high standards. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize reimbursement and improve resident outcome...
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$80K - $95K *
Champion patient care as a RN Care Coordinator, expertly navigating healthcare journeys to optimize outcomes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless transitions and advocate for p...
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$60K - $132K *
Champion operational excellence by coordinating teams to enhance efficiency, manage resources, and drive process improvements. Collaborate across functions to meet business objectives and foster a cul...
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$54K - $119K *
Lead the charge in optimizing operational efficiency by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing resources, and driving process improvements to enhance service delivery and achieve business objec...
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Director of Experience and Engagement
$100K - $120K *
Transform patient and colleague experiences by leading a system-wide strategy that enhances service excellence and engagement, driving measurable improvements in satisfaction and retention across all...
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Vice President Human Resources
$150K - $180K *
Elevate the HR function by providing strategic guidance to executives, fostering a productive workplace culture, and driving talent development initiatives to enhance organizational performance and em...
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Clinical Manager (RN) - CHoR Community Clinics - Days
$92K - $152K *
Lead the charge in managing clinical operations across multiple locations, ensuring efficient patient care, operational performance, and staff engagement. Collaborate with medical leaders to implement...
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Director of Critical Care Services
$113K - $180K *
Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing critical care services, enhancing patient safety and quality. Drive operational excellence, foster collaboration, and support staff development in a...
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Director of Critical Care Services
$113K - $180K *
Elevate critical care services by leading clinical operations, enhancing quality, and fostering collaboration. Drive operational excellence and staff development while ensuring high-quality, evidence...
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Care Transitions Coordinator RN/LPN Clinical Liaison
$68K - $103K *
Join a dynamic team to educate healthcare professionals and families about home care services, develop key relationships, and drive patient admissions while achieving sales goals in a fast-paced envir...
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Medical Director, Clinical Development (Oncology)
$255K - $335K *
Transform the oncology development landscape by leading clinical trials, integrating teams, and driving innovative strategies that meet patient needs while optimizing project execution and collaborati...
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Manager - Clinical, Primary Care Team
$100K - $147K *
Champion clinical leadership and management within a diverse healthcare team, ensuring high-quality, culturally appropriate services for all ages in the Sioux Lookout area, including First Nations com...
2 weeks ago
Care Manager - Registered Nurse
$80K - $96K *
Join a dedicated Care Team as a Registered Nurse, enhancing patient quality of life through personalized care management. Collaborate closely with providers to develop and adapt care plans for patient...
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CLINICAL ASSESSMENT MANAGER QUALITY REVIEWER
$110K - $120K *
Transform quality in clinical assessments by reviewing UAS-NY documentation, coaching staff, and collaborating with teams to enhance participant care and compliance. Drive improvements in workflows an...
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Champion healthcare transformation by leading client partnerships and driving growth across a portfolio of health system accounts. Spearhead strategic initiatives, enhance renewals, and unlock expansi...
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Help us lead the Nursing Department by overseeing resident care, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care quality and maintain...
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Chief Enrollment Management Officer
$200K *
Shape the future of enrollment management by leading strategic initiatives, overseeing admissions, financial aid, and student accounts, while fostering collaboration across departments to enhance stud...
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Contribute to a culture of excellence by leading clinical quality, patient safety, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and ensure...
3 weeks ago
Vice President, Health Services Medical Management
$316K - $395K *
Optimize medical management strategies by providing executive leadership and operational oversight. Drive performance improvement and value-based care initiatives while ensuring compliance with regula...
1 week ago
Clinical Product & Operations Lead Pharmacist
$170K - $220K *
Lead the charge in fostering exceptional customer experiences by owning complex prior authorization and benefit verification cases. Design operational processes to scale quality while collaborating wi...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead women's health services, enhancing operational growth and patient satisfaction through strategic planning, budget management, and staff leadership in a dynamic healthcare environment...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in transforming nursing services by providing strategic oversight, ensuring high-quality patient care, and fostering an inclusive culture that aligns with healthcare best practices and...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in enhancing nursing services by providing visionary leadership, ensuring top-notch patient care, and fostering a culture of collaboration across departments in line with organizationa...
3 weeks ago
Area Director Clinical Ops & Engagement
$100K - $120K *
Transform patient care by leading a dedicated clinical team, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while fostering a culture of excellence and collaborati...
1 week ago
Area Director Clinical Ops & Engagement
$100K - $120K *
Champion clinical excellence by leading a dedicated care team, enhancing patient satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while driving operational efficiency and team engagemen...
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What is a Chief Clinical Officer?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.