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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$85K - $100K *

Champion high-quality patient care by leading nursing operations and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Collaborate with teams to optimize resources and enhance performance in a dynamic he...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by leading clinic operations, ensuring quality and compliance, and fostering community partnerships. Drive initiatives to enhance patient experience and clinic efficiency while...

2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare as a Physician across multiple specialties. This role offers the opportunity to impact patient care while enjoying a comprehensive bene...

3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services across multiple specialties. This role offers the opportunity to impact patient care while enjoying a comprehensive benefits p...

3 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in providing exceptional primary care, ensuring quality treatment and patient satisfaction while participating in continuous improvement initiatives and representing the medical center...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

Pioneer strategic initiatives and drive execution alongside the CEO and leadership, ensuring alignment and accountability for impactful, cross-functional projects that propel organizational priorities...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $190K *

Drive strategic initiatives across GTM functions, enhancing decision-making and execution. Collaborate with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges, optimize operations, and elevate organizational...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $408K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient care, support performance initiatives, and drive effective uti...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Lead the charge in enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Drive utilization review, collaborate with providers, and implement performance initiatives to optimize care quality and cost-e...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Empower the health of children by providing comprehensive pediatric care, leading a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring adherence to medical standards. Engage in preventive health, diagnosis, and tre...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading nursing processes and quality management in sterile processing. Drive innovative practices, enhance patient care, and collaborate across departments to ensure excellence...

3 days ago

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

$225K - $419K *

Elevate healthcare delivery by overseeing utilization review and care management, ensuring compliance with medical standards while enhancing quality and cost-effectiveness in patient care. Collaborate...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Manage and enhance Nursing/Patient Care Services, ensuring quality care delivery, budget efficiency, and collaboration across departments. Lead initiatives for continuous improvement while fostering s...

1 week ago

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

$315K - $335K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading clinical practices, enhancing patient care, and driving operational excellence in a dynamic health center environment. Collaborate with teams to achieve health...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional cardiothoracic surgical care. This role involves comprehensive patient management, collaboration in multidisciplinary programs, and opportunities...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team focused on clinical innovation and patient care excellence. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiencies, and foster relationships to improve outcomes for patients...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Champion patient care by diagnosing and managing hematologic and oncologic conditions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, perform clinical assessments, and educate patients while ensuring high...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical and operational excellence within a vital service line, focusing on strategic growth, fiscal management, and collaborative team leadership to optimize outcomes an...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead clinical operations at a youth psychiatric facility, ensuring compliance and quality care standards while providing direct psychiatric services. Foster a trauma-informed culture and oversee a mul...

4 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional cardiovascular care while overseeing clinical operations and mentoring medical staff. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes and advanc...

1 week ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Engage in comprehensive cardiovascular care as Section Chief, overseeing clinical and administrative functions while mentoring fellows and residents. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

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

$272K - $374K *

Lead the medical care for participants, overseeing quality improvement and clinical operations. Shape a mission-driven culture while mentoring a dedicated team in a value-based care environment focuse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic initiatives as a trusted partner to the CEO, translating vision into actionable priorities. Oversee cross-functional execution, enhance organizational performance, and foster effective...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Empower patients by coordinating comprehensive care management, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve health goals, and ensuring quality healthcare delivery while fostering patient ind...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Champion high-quality, patient-centered care by leading outpatient services, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and strategic growth while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.