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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$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare research by leading strategic projects and enhancing content quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operations and drive innovation in AI-enabled tools, ensu...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$300K - $350K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading psychiatric care and operations. Engage with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes while supervising nurse practitioners and ensuring compliance with saf...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $292K *

Join a team that's redefining identity operations by leading a 24/7 team to enhance access management strategies. You'll shape the vision, drive process innovation, and foster talent in a collaborativ...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $275K *

Join a team that's driving strategic technology alliances to transform integrations into robust commercial partnerships, focusing on co-selling, joint marketing, and stakeholder alignment while leadin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful solutions as a Healthcare Technology Manager, optimizing Epic Patient Access systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance workflows and deliver sustainable results in a suppo...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$111K - $167K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $115K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

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Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead network engineering efforts to enhance tactical capabilities in air defense systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure secure information exchange and compliance across all phase...

Huntsville, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $115K *

Help us drive operational excellence in provider data management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, leverage insights, and impleme...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $187K *

Lead patient education and support initiatives for individuals affected by generalized Myasthenia Gravis. Collaborate with caregivers and healthcare teams to enhance treatment coordination and empower...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$304K *

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

$91K - $171K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize clinical trial operations by leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to drive successful study execution and patient e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $278K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $230K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$268K - $302K *

Lead strategic clinical pharmacology initiatives, guiding drug development from early to late stages. Collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring robust pharmacological strategies and regulatory complian...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$214K - $308K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower older adults through high-quality teletherapy by delivering personalized, evidence-based care. Collaborate in a supportive team while maintaining autonomy, managing your own flexible schedule...

Washington, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $248K *

Lead enterprise-scale operations for cloud services, ensuring performance and customer satisfaction. Drive a multidisciplinary team, manage service transitions, and leverage data-driven metrics to enh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.