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.
$210K - $250K *
Unlock your potential by leading a dedicated hospice team, ensuring comprehensive patient care through collaboration, oversight, and continuous improvement in a supportive environment focused on end-o...
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$275K *
Champion healthcare delivery by providing comprehensive medical services to inmates, ensuring timely access to care while adhering to regulatory standards and promoting health education within a corre...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate patient care by leading clinical operations and a dedicated team. Drive quality, innovation, and compassionate service in a dynamic healthcare environment, ensuring effective care delivery aro...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality patient care while overseeing nursing staff, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing staffing needs to enhance operational efficiency and patient ou...
3 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Transform healthcare delivery by overseeing hospital operations, ensuring strategic objectives are met, and fostering a culture of quality and efficiency. Lead financial planning and resource allocati...
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$266K *
Transform patient care by delivering compassionate, high-quality palliative services. Join a collaborative team focused on enhancing quality of life for patients with serious illnesses, while enjoying...
1 week ago
Clinical Director of Patient Care
$100K - $120K *
Champion exceptional hospice care by leading clinical services, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Drive organizational goals while enhancing patient and family experiences...
Today
Long Term Care Physician - Post-Acute Care Doctor
$250K *
Elevate patient care by leading skilled nursing teams, managing complex cases, and collaborating with specialists to ensure high-quality, compassionate healthcare delivery in a long-term setting...
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Long Term Care Physician - Post-Acute Care Doctor
$100K - $250K *
Drive exceptional patient care by leading skilled nursing teams, managing complex cases, and collaborating with specialists to ensure high-quality, compassionate healthcare delivery in a long-term set...
1 week ago
Supervisory Nurse (Intensive Care Unit)
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional nursing care in a neonatal ICU. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and supervising nursing staff while ensuring ad...
6 days ago
Southeast Region Health Director
$125K - $150K *
Lead strategic growth and business development in the health sector, driving impactful projects and nurturing client relationships. Elevate brand reputation through innovative design and thought leade...
3 weeks ago
Staff Physician - Emergency Medicine
$210K - $250K *
Engage in delivering exceptional emergency care by joining a dedicated team. Utilize your expertise in a dynamic environment, ensuring patient safety and well-being while collaborating with healthcare...
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$150K - $180K *
Lead the psychology department by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing patient care, and fostering team development. Balance clinical expertise with administrative oversight to ensure high standar...
3 weeks ago
Medical Director, General Surgery - AdventHealth Mid-America Region - Kansas City Area
$250K - $300K *
Lead the charge in developing a premier General Surgery program, driving strategic growth and operational excellence across multiple campuses while fostering physician collaboration and enhancing pati...
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Medical Director / Attending Physician (MD / DO)
$200K - $250K *
Transform the future of patient care by leading a skilled nursing facility. Drive quality services, develop medical policies, and ensure compliance with regulations while mentoring staff and enhancing...
2 weeks ago
Mgr Caregiver Health and Safety Process
$80K - $95K *
Develop and streamline OSHA case management processes, ensuring compliance and enhancing caregiver outcomes. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices and performance improvements tha...
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Medical Director, Utilization Management, Clinical Documentation Integrity, and Care Coordination
$325K *
Elevate patient care by leading the Care Coordination Model, enhancing throughput and length of stay across hospitals. Drive operational excellence, collaborate with healthcare teams, and ensure compl...
2 weeks ago
Medical Director, Utilization Management, Clinical Documentation Integrity, and Care Coordination
$325K *
Shape the future of patient care by leading our Care Coordination Model, enhancing patient throughput and optimizing hospital operations. Drive strategic initiatives, collaborate with healthcare teams...
2 weeks ago
Physician- IP Neurologist, Enterprise Stroke Medical Director
$210K - $250K *
Shape the future of healthcare by delivering quality medical services, engaging in diagnosis and treatment, maintaining high standards of care, and participating in community outreach and education pr...
Reposted 6 days ago
Chief of Staff, Life Sciences and Curing Diseases
$244K - $336K *
Join a team that's driving impactful change in life sciences. In this pivotal role, you'll translate strategy into execution, manage complex initiatives, and enhance operational effectiveness to accel...
1 week ago
$160K - $200K *
Grow your career with a transformative role leading hospital operations, guiding strategic initiatives, and ensuring quality patient care while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and aligning...
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$350K - $490K *
Empower your career as a Medical Director, leading clinical excellence and shaping healthcare protocols. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance wellness in a Native Community and ensure high-qua...
4 weeks ago
AVP, Hospital Operations - Lakeside Medical Center
$110K - $130K *
Transform healthcare operations by leading Imaging, Laboratory, Support, and Facilities Services. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance patient care, and ensure compliance while fostering collaboration...
3 days ago
$210K - $250K *
Collaborate with a dynamic team to provide exceptional stroke care and general neurology services. Engage in teaching, patient care, and advanced diagnostic procedures while contributing to a leading...
Today
Emergency Medicine Regional Medical Director
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that's committed to delivering exceptional emergency care. Manage acute medical and traumatic emergencies, while leading a talented group of professionals in a fast-paced, patient-centered...
Reposted 2 weeks 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.