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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$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of patient care by providing expert neurological services, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment plans, and leading quality improvement initiatives for optim...

3 weeks ago

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

$123K *

Empower communities by leading a multi-disciplinary health care team, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing budgets and enhancing inmate health services for successful reentry i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Innovate in a dynamic environment by working closely with our CEO to drive sales initiatives, execute strategies, analyze data, and take on impactful projects that shape the future of a fast-growing s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of adolescent health by overseeing School Health Physicians, enhancing student wellness through case management, preventive care, and community collaboration. Drive health initiatives...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower student health by leading a team of School Health Physicians, enhancing health initiatives, managing chronic conditions, and fostering community partnerships to promote wellness in schools acr...

1 week ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Innovate in AI-native primary care by leading a dynamic medical group. Manage physicians, enhance care delivery, and shape clinical programs while maintaining direct patient care involvement. Drive ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Optimize patient care by leading nursing strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare delivery, and fostering a collaborative environment focused on growth, service, and quality in a s...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to veterinary excellence, leading clinical practices while mentoring a high-performing team. Balance hands-on patient care with strategic oversight to ensure exceptional o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate veterinary care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality medical standards, and fostering a collaborative culture while actively engaging with the community and mentoring fellow vete...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Deliver exceptional patient care and academic leadership in endocrinology, supervising medical students and residents while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to enhance clinical operations...

1 week ago

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

$210K - $260K *

Join a fast-paced team of medical professionals to evaluate and enhance service appropriateness through evidence-based guidelines, impacting quality patient outcomes across multiple specialties while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $374K *

Unlock potential by leading medical management initiatives remotely, supporting member needs and optimizing clinical services for optimal care. Leverage your expertise in Orthopedic Spine or Neurosurg...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$700K+ *

Transform healthcare delivery by joining our elite anesthesiology team, providing clinical expertise and leadership across diverse hospital settings. Enjoy the flexibility of travel while ensuring ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$700K+ *

Join a team that's redefining anesthesiology with elite travel opportunities. Leverage your clinical expertise and leadership skills while enjoying the flexibility of location and a competitive compen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Elevate your career by joining a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. In this role, you'll conduct thorough medical evaluations, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide critical insight...

6 days ago

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

$300K - $350K *

Lead and enhance the academic mission of a dynamic interventional radiology team, overseeing complex procedures and fostering collaboration across the health system while ensuring exceptional patient...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Oversee and enhance patient care by leading medical staff, ensuring quality standards, and implementing effective protocols. Collaborate with physicians to drive performance improvement and foster a c...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing daily operations of the Radiology Department, ensuring high standards of medical ethics and promoting teamwork across departments while overseeing supplies and equipment ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Drive your career forward as a Senior Psychiatrist, leading psychiatric care in a dynamic correctional environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mental health services and mento...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Empower change by leading psychiatric care in a dynamic correctional environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mental health services, ensuring quality treatment and staff devel...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that leads national health operations planning, ensuring facility readiness and logistics for special missions. Supervise staff, manage complex projects, and coordinate with senior stakeho...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of health operations by leading national planning, logistics, and readiness initiatives. Oversee complex projects, manage resources, and ensure compliance while advising senior leader...

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of compassionate healthcare by leading clinical teams, mentoring providers, and refining operations in our expanding primary care clinics, while ensuring a patient-first approach and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $220K *

Provide comprehensive primary care to children and adolescents, coordinating care across the healthcare system while ensuring compliance with regulations and safeguarding patient information. Lead a c...

2 weeks ago

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

$223K - $313K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leveraging your clinical expertise to review Medicare drug appeals, ensuring compliance and optimal value-based care through collaboration and analysis of complex cas...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.