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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$223K - $313K *

Lead the charge in evaluating complex clinical scenarios and authorizing services based on national guidelines and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality ca...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

Champion operational excellence by overseeing centralized care delivery support services. Drive performance improvements, optimize workflows, and enhance patient access while collaborating with clinic...

Atlanta, GARemote

6 days ago

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

$86K - $107K *

Lead talent acquisition strategies to enhance recruiting operations for healthcare professionals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive revenue growth, improve fill rates, and build sustain...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives in project and service management, enhancing portfolio visibility and governance across Information Systems. Drive operational excellence and foster collaboration...

Topeka, KSRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$175K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping technical direction and mentoring teams while driving program delivery and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration in a dynamic engineering environment...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K *

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Altoona, PARemote

1 week ago

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

$259K - $300K *

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Brooklyn, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $197K *

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RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

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Miami, FLRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Empower Veterans by providing comprehensive psychological assessments and treatments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address mental health needs, utilizing evidence-based practices in bot...

Cody, WYRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$215K - $408K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical management and quality initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive cost-effective care while ensuring compliance...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Drive the growth of a therapeutic portfolio by leveraging medical expertise and overseeing clinical trials. Collaborate across teams to shape strategies in cell and gene therapy, ensuring innovative...

Covington, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $346K *

Lead the charge in evidence-based medical case reviews to ensure high-quality patient care while collaborating with a network of over 500 physician colleagues in a fully remote environment...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate clinical operations by leading daily workflows, managing teams, and spearheading impactful projects. Drive improvement and efficiency in healthcare delivery while fostering collaboration acros...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $195K *

Innovate member experience strategies by translating enterprise goals into actionable plans. Drive performance improvements in CAHPS and HOS programs through provider engagement and data analysis, ens...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping clinical sales strategies and enhancing client relationships. Lead initiatives that drive market growth and improve patient satisfaction while collaborating across disciplin...

Harrisburg, PARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Oversee clinic operations across multiple locations, ensuring operational excellence and team development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient experience and drive strategic growth while...

Atlanta, GARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$227K - $385K *

Elevate member care by overseeing utilization management and evaluating treatment appropriateness. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and regulations...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Empower patient care through expert image interpretation and guidance in diagnostic radiology. Collaborate on quality assurance, oversee technical standards, and educate staff while ensuring optimal p...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$367K *

Transform forensic psychiatric care by leading multidisciplinary teams, overseeing medical operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance service deliver...

Lakewood, WARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating impactful medical education content for healthcare providers and patients. Collaborate closely with scientific and account teams to deliver high-quality materi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical documentation practices. Lead a skilled group of coders and nurses, ensuring accurate coding and compliance while collaborating with healthcare profe...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

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Chandler, AZRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.