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.
Associate Medical Director, Renal Cancer Theranostics
$175K - $210K *
Champion the execution of a comprehensive medical affairs plan for renal cancer theranostics, driving cross-functional alignment and strategic initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and advance clini...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Execute comprehensive program management for a critical Air Force contract, leading a diverse team to ensure compliance, quality, and performance across multiple global operations while maintaining 24...
6 days ago
$201K *
Optimize your leadership skills in a dynamic role, guiding a skilled team of product managers and designers. Drive impactful product strategies that shape the future of justice and promote sustainable...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower growth by driving strategic cybersecurity solutions across enterprise accounts. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and achieve significant...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting by building executive relationships and closing complex deals. Leverage a diverse partner ecosystem to deliver tailored solutions while achieving sig...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as a strategic leader driving growth in cybersecurity consulting. Engage with executive stakeholders, close complex deals, and leverage a vast partner ecosystem to deliver tailor...
6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's transforming medicine by engaging with KOLs and healthcare professionals. Leverage your clinical expertise to communicate product benefits, support education, and drive strategic in...
Reposted 3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead compliance initiatives across multiple states, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations. Collaborate with operations to localize policies, deliver training, and monitor regulatory changes, dr...
Reposted today
Project Manager for Service Delivery - Atlanta, GA
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects on time and on budget. As a key player, you'll drive project planning, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure effective communication t...
Reposted 1 week ago
Family Medicine Physician - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$253K - $302K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional primary care by managing diverse patient needs, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance healthcare deliv...
Yesterday
Family Medicine Physician - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$211K - $252K *
Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering patient-centered care across diverse needs. Manage a varied patient panel, collaborate with colleagues, and engage in continuous learning while providing hi...
Yesterday
Family Medicine Physician - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$233K - $279K *
Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive primary care, managing diverse patient needs through in-office and tele-health visits, while collaborating with clinical teams and supervising colleagues to...
Yesterday
Family Medicine Physician - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$211K - $252K *
Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive primary care by managing diverse patient needs, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance healthcare del...
Yesterday
Family Medicine Physician - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$253K - $302K *
Lead a diverse patient panel, managing acute and chronic care while collaborating with teams. Elevate your clinical skills through continuous learning and supervision of colleagues, ensuring high-qual...
Yesterday
Chief Financial Officer, The AI Access Initiative
$240K - $270K *
Architect the financial backbone of a rapidly scaling AI-focused organization. Collaborate with leadership to design systems, drive compliance, and enable international expansion while leveraging AI f...
3 weeks ago
Regional Chief Technology Officer, NAMER West
$170K - $240K *
Unlock potential by serving as a key technical advisor, engaging with C-level executives to drive business growth through strategic enterprise architecture guidance, public speaking, and thought leade...
2 weeks ago
$175K - $250K *
Join a team that's optimizing medical cost management and driving financial performance across Commercial lines. Leverage your expertise in healthcare economics to influence strategic contracting and...
1 week ago
Client Director - Life Sciences - CA
$156K - $258K *
Elevate your career by managing executive relationships and driving strategic initiatives for top-tier clients. Lead virtual teams to deliver tailored ServiceNow solutions, ensuring exceptional custom...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing high-impact projects, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering strong customer relationships while ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurab...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Field Medical Science Liaison, Carolinas
$133K - $213K *
Lead the charge in engaging key opinion leaders and healthcare providers, delivering scientific insights and fostering collaboration within the immunology and dermatology fields to enhance clinical pr...
Today
Director, Global Real-World Evidence & Health Outcomes Scientist, Oncology
$204K - $340K *
Lead the charge in generating impactful real-world evidence to support oncology products, ensuring alignment with market needs and regulatory requirements while collaborating across teams to drive evi...
1 week ago
Sr. Advisor, Molecular Pharmacology - Neuroscience
$129K - $231K *
Reimagine drug discovery as you lead molecular pharmacology efforts in neuroscience. Collaborate across teams to develop strategies, interpret data, and advance innovative therapies for sleep-wake dis...
Reposted yesterday
Healthcare Coding Expert (certified professional coder)
$77K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze healthcare claims data, identify fraud trends, and support the Healthcare Fraud Prevention Partnership. Leverage your expertise to drive strategic outcomes and enhance c...
2 weeks ago
Senior Digital Product Manager - Ambulatory Virtual Health
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative digital experiences that enhance patient and staff interactions. Lead cross-functional teams to develop product strategies, operational metrics, and consumer feedback loops, driving...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Reimbursement (Oncology)
$227K - $313K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic reimbursement initiatives, optimizing revenue cycles, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance patient access and billing processes in a dynamic heal...
2 weeks ago
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.