Chief and Staff Doctor Jobs

Explore Chief Doctor and Staff Doctor opportunities for experienced physicians ready to lead clinical teams, deliver high-quality care, and help shape healthcare organizations. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, including physician leadership and senior clinical positions.

What Do Chief and Staff Doctors Do?

Chief Doctors typically oversee clinical departments, guide medical staff, support quality and safety initiatives, and help align patient care with organizational priorities. Staff Doctors provide direct clinical services within a specialty or care setting, collaborating with colleagues to assess, diagnose, and treat patients. Responsibilities vary by employer, specialty, and level of leadership.

Qualifications and Skills

These roles generally require a medical degree, an active and appropriate medical license, and relevant clinical experience. Chief-level positions may also call for leadership experience, board certification, and a record of improving clinical operations or care quality. Employers often value clear communication, sound judgment, collaboration, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on specialty, location, experience, responsibilities, and employer. Chief Doctor roles may include leadership duties alongside clinical work, while Staff Doctor positions focus primarily on patient care. Browse current Ladders listings to compare opportunities paying $100,000 or more and find a role that fits your experience and career goals.

Find Chief and Staff Doctor Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted physician and medical leadership openings. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions that match your specialty, credentials, and preferred work setting.

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$199K - $210K *

Manage strategic operations and communication, enhancing team cohesion and decision-making within a dynamic R&D environment. Partner with leadership to drive operational effectiveness and culture, max...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform endpoint management by designing and deploying solutions across a vast device estate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, compliance, and reliability while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $179K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic Scheduling Analyst team, enhancing workflow efficiency, and driving strategic improvements across departments. Collaborate with internal and external partners...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate medical education programs for healthcare professionals, ensuring effective training on cardiovascular devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance learning experiences and maintain hig...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $215K *

Drive data quality and integrity initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to enhance provider data management practices, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the organization...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts to develop an AI Patient Engagement Agent, transforming clinical trials by automating patient interactions and enhancing operational efficiency for...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K - $350K *

Lead the charge in transforming operations by integrating AI and technology to enhance member and clinician experiences, ensuring efficient care delivery and operational excellence across a distribute...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering service delivery for legal and professional clients. Lead a dynamic organization focused on operational excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$209K - $275K *

Elevate your career by leading and developing a high-performing Solutions Engineering team. Drive strategic alignment across functions, foster technical excellence, and implement innovative practices...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $374K *

Shape the future of healthcare by overseeing medical policy implementation and enhancing clinical programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality care and effective medical management across the co...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the patient admission process by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality service, meeting quotas, and implementing best practices. This role is essential in connecting clients with criti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Champion our commissioning efforts by leading a dynamic team, managing project workflows, and driving innovative solutions in Life Science and Advanced Manufacturing. Collaborate across disciplines to...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$153K - $268K *

Join our team to provide expert clinical pharmacology insights, driving dose selection and study design for innovative therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing Total Rewards strategies that align with organizational goals. Drive operational excellence through project management, data analysis, and cross-functional...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$174K - $197K *

Champion strategic client relationships and lead virtual teams to drive growth in our Health Life Sciences vertical, ensuring exceptional customer experiences and achieving financial targets through i...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$223K - $285K *

Drive enterprise growth by leading national strategies for health systems, enhancing market access, and fostering strategic partnerships to ensure the adoption of innovative screening solutions across...

Palo Alto, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing coding operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across healthcare settings. Lead educational initiatives for staff, optimize workflows, and drive improvements in co...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in executive communications and strategic initiatives, driving cross-functional alignment and delivering insights to senior leadership. Collaborate on high-impact projects while suppor...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $105K *

Drive the migration of patient data within a healthcare IT modernization program. Oversee planning, execution, and reporting for your workstream, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and delivery of h...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Manage Epic-related projects to enhance electronic health record systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement, monitor, and optimize initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizationa...

Austin, TXRemote

Today

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

$206K - $268K *

Lead the charge in advancing nephrology clinical programs through strategic design, execution, and analysis of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practices while collaborating wit...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance population health strategies for government programs. This role shapes clinical initiatives and drives cross-functional collaboration, focusing on improving outcomes for...

Santa Fe, NMRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Help us enhance operational efficiency as a Business Systems Analyst by analyzing systems, developing technology strategies, and implementing improvements that streamline processes and boost productiv...

Coral Gables, FLRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$190K - $238K *

Lead the transformation of patient experiences in mental health care by shaping marketing strategies that drive acquisition, activation, and retention. Collaborate across teams to enhance messaging an...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the difference between a Chief Doctor and a Staff Doctor?question toggle

    A Chief Doctor generally leads a department or clinical team and may oversee quality, staffing, and medical operations. A Staff Doctor primarily provides clinical care as part of a healthcare team. Duties vary by organization.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Chief and Staff Doctor jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly require a medical degree, a valid medical license, and relevant clinical experience. Some roles require board certification or specialty credentials, while chief-level positions may also require leadership experience.

  • Do Chief and Staff Doctor jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Many physician roles meet or exceed $100,000, though compensation varies by specialty, location, experience, employer, and responsibilities. Check each listing for salary details.

  • Where can I find Chief and Staff Doctor jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional physician and medical leadership openings, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.