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.
$160K - $200K *
Shape the future of engineering leadership by bridging technical decisions and execution. Collaborate closely with senior leaders to drive key initiatives and optimize team effectiveness, ensuring pro...
3 weeks ago
Registered Nurse - Chief Nurse, Medicine
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of healthcare by leading nursing services across multiple specialties, ensuring quality care and effective personnel management while fostering collaboration and innovation in a dynam...
6 days ago
Physician - Associate Chief of Staff (Specialty Care)
$180K - $220K *
Champion the future of specialty care by overseeing comprehensive medical services, ensuring quality standards, and leading operational excellence in a dynamic healthcare environment dedicated to serv...
6 days ago
$210K - $250K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional medical care across a multi-divisional health care system, overseeing clinical operations, enhancing patient services, and fostering professional development...
2 weeks ago
Division Chief / Ophthalmology
$210K - $250K *
Shape the future of pediatric ophthalmology by leading a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care and professional growth. Join a thriving practice with advanced technology and a suppo...
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Chief of Staff to the President
$200K - $220K *
Engage as a strategic partner to the President, driving initiatives that align commercial priorities and enhance organizational efficiency. Collaborate with senior leaders to foster team alignment and...
1 week ago
Chief of Staff to the President
$200K - $220K *
Accelerate progress at a strategic level by partnering with the President to align and execute company priorities, enhance communication, and drive initiatives that foster growth and operational effic...
1 week ago
Chief of Staff - Vice President of HIV, Hepatitis, and TB
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to drive strategic initiatives and enhance global health outcomes. Collaborate with senior leadership to synthesize complex data, manage special projects, and prepare impactful com...
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Staff Physician (O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory
$110K - $130K *
Transform the landscape of healthcare by providing essential medical services to a diverse population in federal custody. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care and im...
3 weeks ago
Staff Physician (O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory
$120K - $150K *
Advance your career by providing comprehensive medical care to a diverse patient population in a federal healthcare system. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality health servi...
3 weeks ago
Staff Physician (O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory
$160K - $200K *
Grow your career with a mission-driven team providing essential medical care to diverse populations in federal custody. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment, focusing on high-quality clinica...
3 weeks ago
Physician - Medical Director - Primary Care
$180K - $220K *
Champion the future of healthcare by leading a dedicated team in providing comprehensive primary care services. Oversee clinic operations, ensure quality care, and foster patient relationships while m...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by leading Intermediate and Intensive Care units. Drive clinical excellence, foster team culture, and influence patient outcomes in a dynamic hea...
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Physician - Section Chief Oncology
$210K - $250K *
Join a dedicated team providing comprehensive inpatient oncology care, overseeing treatment planning, patient flow, and discharge processes while enhancing service delivery and patient outcomes throug...
1 week ago
$140K - $210K *
Design strategies and initiatives that empower Founders to optimize performance, drive cross-functional collaboration, and tackle high-impact challenges, ensuring clarity and urgency in achieving key...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Executive Director of Medical Services
$250K - $275K *
Join us to lead clinical operations for a multi-state virtual care team, ensuring high-quality, timely care. This role combines direct patient care, administrative leadership, and strategic oversight...
3 days ago
Physician - MD/DO - Assistant Chief of Psychiatry and Mental Health
$180K - $220K *
Champion the delivery of high-quality psychiatric care while overseeing administrative functions and performance improvement initiatives within the Psychiatry and Mental Health Service, ensuring optim...
6 days ago
$240K - $300K *
Engage with physician leaders to enhance quality of care and operational effectiveness. Drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration between medical staff and hospital leadership to optimize h...
Reposted 2 days ago
$250K - $300K *
Join a transformative healthcare leadership team as you drive quality improvements, enhance physician collaboration, and implement strategic initiatives to optimize patient care across multiple facili...
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$150K - $225K *
Champion exceptional member experiences by leading operations and care teams. Design scalable systems that ensure consistent quality across all interactions, driving efficiency and accountability in a...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $225K *
Drive operational excellence by leading care team operations and enhancing member experiences. Build scalable systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality interactions across all touchpoin...
2 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Drive excellence in pediatric cardiac surgery by leading clinical, research, and educational initiatives. Oversee financial performance while ensuring top-tier patient care and fostering a collaborati...
2 days ago
Physician (Primary Care) - Service Chief
$180K - $220K *
Shape the future of Veteran care by leading a Primary Care clinic, ensuring high-quality services and patient satisfaction while overseeing clinical staff and operations. Drive effective healthcare de...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $175K *
Lead the charge in strategic planning and execution, partnering with the CEO and leadership team to drive high-priority initiatives and optimize company performance in a fast-paced health tech environ...
1 week ago
Employee Occupational Health Section Chief- Physician
$170K - $200K *
Drive employee health initiatives as the EOH Section Chief, overseeing clinical services, ensuring safety, and managing resources to promote a healthy workforce. Collaborate with healthcare profession...
6 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.