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.
$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
$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
Physician - Multiple Specialties
$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
Physician - Multiple Specialties
$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
$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
$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
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
4 weeks ago
$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
Assistant Chief_Sterile Processing Service Registered Nurse
$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
$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
$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
$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
Physician (Cardiothoracic Surgeon)
$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
$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
Physician-Hematologist/Oncologist
$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
Director, Service Line Administration
$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
Medical Director/Youth and Adolescent Psychiatrist
$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
Physician-Cardiology (Section Chief)
$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
Physician-Cardiology (Section Chief)
$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
$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
$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
$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
Exec Director-Ambulatory Svcs. Children's Hospital
$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
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.