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Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) Jobs

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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Physician/Medical Director

$210K - $250K *

Join a dedicated team as you lead population health initiatives, ensuring high-quality, team-based care across facilities. Collaborate closely with Advanced Practice Clinicians to enhance patient outc...

Wilson, NC (Wilson County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$210K - $250K *

Empower population health as a key leader in client facilities, ensuring excellence in patient care and collaboration with Advanced Practice Clinicians. Drive high-quality, accountable, team-based car...

New Bern, NC (Craven County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$210K - $250K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading a dedicated team in providing exceptional patient care. Collaborate closely with Advanced Practice Clinicians to enhance outcomes and ensure excellence in clie...

New Bern, NC (Craven County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of population health by providing leadership in client facilities, ensuring high-quality, team-based care, and collaborating closely with Advanced Practice Clinicians to enhance patie...

Washington, NC (Beaufort County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Empower patient care by leading interdisciplinary teams in a collaborative environment. Drive excellence in population health through innovative practices and ensure high-quality, accountable care acr...

Moseley, VA (Chesterfield County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in enhancing population health through collaborative, team-based care. Drive excellence in patient outcomes and client relations while overseeing clinical leadership in multiple facili...

Roanoke, VA (Roanoke County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing population health through innovative, team-based care. Collaborate closely with Advanced Practice Clinicians to ensure excellence in patient care and client...

Lynchburg, VA (Lynchburg City County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in population health by delivering high-quality, team-based care. Collaborate with Advanced Practice Clinicians to enhance patient outcomes and ensure excellence in client relations ac...

Bowling Green, KY (Warren County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing population health through innovative care models. Collaborate with advanced practitioners to deliver high-quality, accountable healthcare across facilities wh...

Terre Haute, IN (Vigo County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in population health by delivering high-quality, team-based care. Collaborate with Advanced Practice Clinicians to enhance patient outcomes and professional relationships while meeting...

Grayson, KY (Carter County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Support population health initiatives by providing leadership and high-quality, team-based patient care. Collaborate closely with Advanced Practice Clinicians and facility leadership to ensure excelle...

Paintsville, KY (Johnson County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of population health by delivering excellence in patient care through collaborative leadership with Advanced Practice Clinicians in a dynamic healthcare environment...

Ashland, KY (Boyd County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Physician/Medical Director

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing population health through collaborative care, ensuring excellence in clinical practices and team dynamics within diverse healthcare environments...

Columbus, OH (Franklin County)In-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Senior Director, Clinical Science

$260K - $330K *

Drive strategic clinical science initiatives in oncology, leading cross-functional teams to enhance study design and execution. Collaborate on data integration and recommendations to advance clinical...

Emeryville, CA (Alameda County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Vice President Shared Transactional Services

$230K - $265K *

Lead the charge in Corporate Finance Shared Services, overseeing Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Treasury Operations. Drive efficiency, enhance customer service levels, and foster team development, ens...

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

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Clinical Quality Specialist - Small/Medium Hospitals

$74K - $88K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical quality through data-driven insights and collaboration. This role focuses on monitoring performance metrics and driving improvement initiatives acros...

Ottawa, IL (La Salle County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Health System Director, Research Enterprise Operations and Administration

$152K - $262K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational functions to enhance research sustainability and efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to optimize financial performance and support the Research Enterpris...

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

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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Medical Staff Credentialing Manager

$66K - $124K *

Lead and oversee all aspects of credentialing staff operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in medical staff credentialing processes while fostering team development and problem resolution in a...

Altamonte Springs, FL (Seminole County)In-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Director of Clinical Education- RN

$80K - $95K *

Develop and deliver innovative clinical education programs, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and operational efficiency thro...

West Columbia, SC (Lexington County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Director of Clinical Education- RN

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development and implementation of clinical education programs, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance staff skills and improve patient...

Columbia, SC (Richland County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Case Manager

$70K - $116K *

Empower individuals by providing crisis intervention and support, ensuring access to vital services and streamlining their path to recovery through effective follow-ups and navigation of complex socia...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Program Manager Clinical, Consultant -Cost of Healthcare Analysis

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare delivery by analyzing clinical data, leading projects, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve care quality and reduce costs. Drive initiatives that enhance employer-funded...

Lodi, CA (San Joaquin County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Program Manager Clinical, Consultant -Cost of Healthcare Analysis

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by analyzing clinical data to drive cost-saving initiatives and improve quality. Lead cross-functional projects, facilitate stakeholder meetings, and develop actionable insights t...

El Dorado Hills, CA (El Dorado County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Program Manager Clinical, Consultant -Cost of Healthcare Analysis

$110K - $130K *

Drive healthcare improvements by analyzing clinical data, leading projects, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize costs and enhance quality of care. Utilize insights to implement effective i...

San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Director of Provider Analytics

$138K - $201K *

Transform provider analytics by leading data-driven insights for contracting, performance, and network strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network adequacy and drive strategic...

United StatesRemote

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.