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.
$170K - $200K *
Grow your career with an impactful leadership role, fostering a culture of engaging veterinary practices, enhancing operations, and ensuring quality pet care across multiple hospitals through effectiv...
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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, MD
$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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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, MD
$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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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, MD
$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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Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, MD
$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...
Reposted yesterday
Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, MD
$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
Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, MD
$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...
1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Join a dedicated team in providing quality medical care within a correctional facility. As a Staff Physician, you'll diagnose, treat, and manage patient health while ensuring compliance with regulatio...
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$145K *
Shape the future of veterinary care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality medical standards, and fostering a collaborative culture while providing exceptional patient care and mentoring f...
2 weeks ago
$128K - $185K *
Deliver exceptional veterinary leadership by managing and developing teams to ensure quality care and operational excellence across multiple hospitals, fostering a culture of engagement and community...
2 weeks ago
Medical Director, Sickle Cell Disease, MD
$230K - $384K *
Optimize medical strategies in Sickle Cell Disease by collaborating with cross-functional teams, leading initiatives, and building relationships with thought leaders to enhance patient care and suppor...
Reposted yesterday
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by leading medical communication projects, fostering client relationships, and guiding a talented scientific team. Drive strategic initiatives and ensure scientific rigor while man...
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$138K - $220K *
Drive impactful medical strategies by translating complex data into actionable insights. Lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance brand strategies and foster client...
3 days ago
$200K *
Drive innovative research initiatives by providing technical expertise and strategic guidance. Lead complex projects in biology and related fields, influencing operational goals while mentoring junior...
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$180K - $220K *
Transform patient care by providing comprehensive internal medicine services. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality treatment and manage patient panels effectively, all while adh...
2 weeks ago
Medical Director & Geriatric Adult IP Psychiatry
$295K - $463K *
Empower patient care by leading a multidisciplinary team in adult and geriatric inpatient psychiatry. This role combines medical leadership with clinical practice, ensuring high-quality psychiatric se...
5 days ago
$76K - $114K *
Lead a team that delivers comprehensive occupational health services, ensuring clinical excellence and compliance. Oversee nursing staff, mentor professionals, and collaborate with multidisciplinary t...
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Regional Manager of Facility Operations
$82K - $90K *
Take ownership of multi-site operations, ensuring excellence in service delivery and strong facility relationships. Lead a dedicated team, solve operational challenges, and promote a culture of accoun...
2 weeks ago
Regional Manager of Facility Operations
$82K - $90K *
Lead a dynamic team to ensure operational excellence across multiple Assisted Living Facilities. Drive service quality, foster strong relationships, and implement effective solutions while maintaining...
2 weeks ago
$171K *
Elevate health care delivery by providing quality outpatient services to the university community. Utilize your medical expertise to diagnose and treat patients, ensuring the highest standards of care...
3 weeks ago
Advanced Practice Clinician, CAW
$130K - $195K *
Lead the charge in providing comprehensive in-home care and support for patients, ensuring timely clinical interventions and effective communication with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes a...
3 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Engage in impactful quality and utilization initiatives as a Physician Advisor, collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient care, reduce readmissions, and drive performance improvement acro...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Support a dedicated healthcare team by providing primary care and diagnostic services for patients ages 2 and up. Leverage a predictable schedule focused on wellness, chronic disease management, and p...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion strategic initiatives and operational excellence, serving as a key advisor to the Superintendent. Oversee cross-regional alignment, staffing strategies, and district-wide accountability to dr...
1 week ago
Chief of Trauma, General Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care
$300K - $350K *
Shape the future of trauma care by leading a dynamic team of surgeons, enhancing academic missions, and overseeing operational excellence across multiple trauma centers within a comprehensive healthca...
1 week 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.