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.
$83K - $107K *
Shape the future of healthcare by overseeing financial and operational management across Dermatology and Dentistry. Lead a team to enhance revenue cycles, optimize workflows, and ensure compliance wit...
1 week ago
$500K+*
Empower healthcare transformation by leading operational excellence and strategic growth in a collaborative environment. Drive quality outcomes, financial stewardship, and community engagement while f...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in advancing our clinical research program, driving strategy and execution for microbiome-based studies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scientific rigor and regulatory compli...
1 week ago
$95K - $182K *
Champion a culture of patient-centered care by leading initiatives that enhance patient and family experiences. Collaborate across departments to implement strategic improvements and foster service ex...
2 days ago
Center Clinical Director, Associate
$238K - $341K *
Transform patient care by leading a dedicated team of primary care providers, enhancing clinical quality and operational efficiency while ensuring exceptional patient outcomes and satisfaction in a dy...
3 weeks ago
Assistant Director, Medical Records
$95K - $115K *
Transform healthcare documentation by overseeing coding accuracy, leading teams, and driving quality improvements. Enhance data integrity and compliance while providing expert guidance for optimal cli...
Reposted 6 days ago
Assistant Director, Medical Records
$100K - $120K *
Lead strategic coding initiatives, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards while mentoring staff and optimizing processes for quality patient care...
Reposted 6 days ago
Physician - Medical Director - Primary Care
$180K - $220K *
Champion the future of healthcare by leading a dedicated team in providing comprehensive primary care services. Oversee clinic operations, ensure quality care, and foster patient relationships while m...
5 days ago
Director of Nursing - Resident Care Director
$95K - $114K *
Join a dedicated team to enhance senior care by leading operations, ensuring quality standards, and fostering a supportive community atmosphere. Collaborate with staff and families to promote positive...
2 weeks ago
$84K - $94K *
Empower residents' care by coordinating clinical practices in a Long Term Care and Short Term Rehab setting. Serve as a vital liaison among residents, families, and medical providers while ensuring qu...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead clinical operations and enhance patient care by managing a dedicated team, implementing treatment protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulations while driving strategic goals and quality imp...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform nursing operations by ensuring optimal staffing, overseeing clinical processes, and maintaining quality standards. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance resident care and comp...
2 weeks ago
Director of Clinical Services / Director of Nursing - RN
$80K - $95K *
Elevate the quality of care by directing and overseeing the Nursing Service Department, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing effective nursing programs. Lead a dedicated team while uph...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Security and Compliance Manager
$110K - $165K *
Unlock potential by leading compliance and security initiatives that ensure continuous readiness and robust policy management in a dynamic startup environment. Collaborate across teams to drive effect...
Reposted 1 month ago
Senior Director, Clinical Development (Medical Director)
$255K - $290K *
Elevate clinical development by driving innovative RNAi programs, providing medical and scientific leadership, and ensuring strategic alignment with corporate objectives while fostering cross-function...
3 weeks ago
Clinical AI Technical Integration Specialist
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by driving technical integration and validation for Ambient AI Scribe initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational re...
5 days ago
Director of Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
$91K - $127K *
Join a team that provides strategic leadership in Behavioral Health, overseeing diverse recovery programs. Drive quality improvement, collaborate with leaders, and enhance operational performance for...
Reposted 3 days ago
Medical Director for Baton Rouge/Lafayette, Louisiana
$180K - $220K *
Champion high-quality care for older adults by leading clinical teams, overseeing patient outcomes, and enhancing performance. Collaborate with a dedicated group to ensure regulatory compliance and dr...
Reposted today
Medical Director for Baton Rouge/Lafayette, Louisiana
$210K - $250K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality care to older adults. Lead medical oversight, collaborate with healthcare providers, and drive performance improvement to enhance clinical outco...
Reposted today
$180K - $220K *
Lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality care to older adults, overseeing clinical outcomes and performance improvement while ensuring compliance and collaboration with community providers...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Documentation Manager
$73K - $115K *
Lead the charge in enhancing clinical documentation integrity and coding accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop educational resources and support audit readiness, driving improve...
3 days ago
VP, Integrated Insights & Client Impact
$187K - $348K *
Transform client engagement by leading proactive insights delivery across Clinical, Operational, and Strategy Intelligence. Drive measurable impact through data-driven narratives and build a high-perf...
Reposted 1 week ago
Clinical Director - Private Duty Home Care (RN)
$80K - $95K *
Elevate patient care as you lead clinical operations in a dynamic home care setting. Drive compliance, mentor staff, and enhance quality outcomes while making a meaningful impact on patients and famil...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Documentation Manager
$73K - $115K *
Unlock the potential of clinical documentation integrity by driving ICD-10-CM coding accuracy and enhancing provider education. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support risk adjustment initi...
4 days ago
Director Ambulatory Operations - OB/GYN - Center City
$110K - $130K *
Champion operational excellence by overseeing clinical and business activities across multiple OB/GYN offices. Collaborate on strategic planning, optimize staffing, and enhance patient experience whil...
3 days ago
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.