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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$140K - $165K *
Elevate project management excellence by leading complex pharmaceutical marketing campaigns, mentoring teams, and ensuring strategic alignment with client objectives while driving operational success...
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Gastroenterology Health & Science Specialist - Austin TX
$108K - $250K *
Lead strategic sales initiatives in the specialty care sector, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals to drive product growth and enhance patient access through effective engagement and...
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Drive the creation and oversight of a risk framework that balances growth with security. Partner with cross-functional teams to implement risk strategies operationally, while conveying insights to exe...
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Charge Master Specialist, Observation Charge Audit
$117K - $176K *
Drive charge capture excellence by collaborating with clinical leaders to standardize processes, enhance revenue management, and implement best practices across complex procedure areas in a dynamic he...
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Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology Programs
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's redefining oncology care by overseeing clinical standards, evaluating therapies, and engaging with providers. You'll play a key role in shaping patient eligibility and treatment pro...
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$150K - $172K *
Elevate your career by providing expert logistics guidance to support space acquisition initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure accountability of property assets, streamline operations, and enha...
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$177K - $266K *
Strategize and lead regional sales initiatives, driving growth and profitability. Oversee a management team, develop business plans, and negotiate contracts while ensuring alignment with organizationa...
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$92K - $138K *
Join our team to lead the Virtual Utilization Management Program, ensuring clinical excellence and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and...
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Remote Clinical Psychologist - Older Adults | PhD / PsyD | Florida | Telehealth
$80K - $100K *
Join a team that delivers high-quality telehealth psychotherapy to older adults. You'll design personalized treatment plans within a supportive environment, enjoy flexible hours, and benefit from dedi...
4 weeks ago
Chef, Formation en santé, Gastroentérologie
$100K - $120K *
Transform healthcare training by assessing needs and developing innovative educational solutions for healthcare professionals, ensuring high-quality standards and impactful outcomes in gastroenterolog...
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Director of Research - Cybersecurity
$167K - $200K *
Empower strategic innovation in cybersecurity by leading research initiatives, fostering industry collaborations, and guiding decision-making to enhance organizational impact and reputation in the fie...
3 weeks ago
Virtual Observation (Telesitter) Night Manager
$90K - $110K *
Champion the management and development of inpatient telehealth programs, enhancing patient care and access. Oversee operations, budget, and staff while ensuring compliance and quality in a dynamic he...
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Vice President, Network Development & Contracting
$207K - $392K *
Empower provider network strategy by overseeing contracting, analyzing costs, and supporting market expansion. Lead initiatives to enhance network operations and ensure alignment with company objectiv...
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Director of Product Management, Data Science
$150K - $180K *
Pioneer a data-driven future by leading product strategy for data science solutions. Drive innovation, oversee development, and ensure alignment with business goals to deliver impactful analytics prod...
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$150K - $180K *
Transform the finance function by leading operations, capital strategy, and team building in a fast-growing software company. Collaborate with leadership to drive accountability and operational effici...
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Manager, Patient Services - Client Program Mgmt, Patient Access
$102K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing patient services through effective team management, strategic collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive operational efficiencies while ensuring high-qu...
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Manager, Sponsored Programs (Post Award)
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading the Sponsored Programs division to enhance funding levels and proposal output. Oversee financial management, develop policies, and ensure compliance while fostering collabo...
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Child Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - 100% Remote - Missouri License Required
$300K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing remote outpatient care for children and adolescents. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver meaningful mental health support to patients aged 5...
3 weeks ago
Remote Clinical Psychologist - Older Adults | PhD / PsyD | Delaware | Telehealth
$100K - $120K *
Champion outstanding telehealth therapy by providing evidence-based care to older adults. Enjoy flexible hours, dedicated support, and a collaborative team environment to enhance patient outcomes and...
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Strategy & Operations Manager, In-person (Remote)
$100K - $120K *
Empower the growth of in-person behavioral healthcare by leading strategic operations, enhancing provider acquisition, and ensuring compliance. Drive high-impact initiatives while collaborating across...
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Principal Client Success Manager
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by managing complex relationships with multi-hospital systems, guiding clients through intricate reimbursement processes, and influencing strategies that drive partnerships and operat...
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Senior Clinical Project Manager
$140K - $150K *
Shape your career by managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively...
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DIRECTOR/SR. DIRECTOR, DESIGN - REIMBURSEMENT SUPPORT
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to crafting and implementing effective patient support programs. As a strategic leader, you will drive program design, coordinate stakeholder engagement, and ensure succes...
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Senior Manager, Solution Engineering - DocV
$135K - $160K *
Drive customer success and system reliability by leading a high-impact, agile engineering team focused on short-term initiatives that enhance product adoption and solve complex integration challenges...
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Director, Global Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance Operations
$150K - $180K *
Advance global drug safety initiatives by leading pharmacovigilance activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product safety and operat...
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What is the difference between a Chief Doctor and a Staff Doctor?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Ladders for vetted professional physician and medical leadership openings, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.