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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$262K - $393K *

Champion the growth of clinical operations by leading strategic initiatives, managing performance-based medical management, and fostering strong provider relationships to enhance patient care and fina...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$260K - $285K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by leading clinical performance, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals, and driving quality improvements in a dynamic clinical e...

1 week ago

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

$262K - $393K *

Drive impactful change as a physician leader, enhancing clinical performance and value-based care across diverse provider networks. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize quality, utilization, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$260K - $285K *

Empower your career by leading a clinical pod team, ensuring quality patient care, collaboration, and performance improvement. Drive clinical excellence while mentoring advanced practice providers and...

1 week ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Join a leading healthcare system as an Anesthesiologist, providing comprehensive anesthetic care across diverse surgical cases. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, engage in teaching, and contr...

3 weeks ago

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

$320K - $400K *

Drive excellence in patient care by managing complex Endovascular cases, employing advanced surgical techniques, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance outcomes for patients with ne...

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing personnel security processes, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while supervising a dedicated team. Drive improvements in vetting procedures and provide expert...

2 days ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Drive exceptional patient care by providing comprehensive anesthesia services, including pre-operative assessments, intra-operative management, and post-operative care, while collaborating with a mult...

2 weeks ago

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

$195K - $341K *

Empower healthcare delivery by leading clinical reviews, provider education, and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance member care standards and support compliance with re...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage the development and administration of medical records programs, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Oversee staff, implement systems, and enhance data integrity while maintaining ac...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development and management of medical records programs, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Lead staff, optimize record management, and enhance data integrity while supporting...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of cardiovascular care by providing expert consultation, teaching, and comprehensive patient management in a dynamic specialty care environment, while collaborating with a team of ded...

2 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead a dynamic inpatient rehabilitation unit, providing medical oversight and patient care while collaborating with a dedicated clinical team to enhance post-acute rehabilitation services in a support...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of rehabilitation by developing and implementing specialized treatment programs for individuals in correctional settings, ensuring their successful reintegration into society while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$128K - $185K *

Lead and develop veterinary teams to ensure quality care and performance. Drive engagement, manage operations, and foster a culture of excellence across multiple hospitals, ensuring compliance with st...

2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $185K *

Transform veterinary care by leading and developing teams to ensure quality service and performance. Drive a culture of engagement and excellence in assigned hospitals, ensuring every pet receives con...

2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $185K *

Drive the development and management of veterinary teams to ensure quality care and performance. Collaborate with practice managers to foster a supportive culture, enhance doctor engagement, and uphol...

2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $185K *

Empower veterinary teams by leading, developing, and managing associates to ensure quality care and performance in hospitals, fostering a culture of engagement and excellence in veterinary services...

2 weeks ago

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

$170K - $200K *

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

$230K - $384K *

Elevate your career by leading medical strategies in Sickle Cell Disease. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives, build relationships, and enhance patient care through innovative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $384K *

Champion innovative medical strategies in Sickle Cell Disease, leading cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and drive impactful initiatives. Collaborate with thought leaders and support evid...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $384K *

Lead the charge in advancing medical strategies for Sickle Cell Disease, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and drive impactful initiatives within the US Medical Affairs...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $384K *

Join us in shaping the future of Sickle Cell Disease treatment by leading medical strategies and fostering key relationships. Leverage your expertise to drive impactful initiatives and collaborate wit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $384K *

Shape the future of Sickle Cell Disease management by leading medical strategies and initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and drive impactful medical communicat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $384K *

Join us to lead medical strategies in Sickle Cell Disease, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and drive impactful initiatives. Your expertise will shape the future of me...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.