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.
Regional Medical Director - North East and North West Regions
$180K - $220K *
Champion clinical leadership across vast regions, ensuring strategic alignment and quality care delivery. Influence health system transformation, foster collaboration, and drive improvements for diver...
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Regional Medical Director - North East and North West Regions
$160K - $200K *
Shape the future of health care by providing strategic clinical leadership across vast regions, ensuring quality care delivery, fostering collaboration, and driving system-wide improvements for divers...
1 week ago
Regional Medical Director - North East and North West Regions
$160K - $200K *
Drive transformative health care initiatives as a Regional Medical Director, providing clinical leadership across vast regions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes and en...
1 week ago
Regional Medical Director - North East and North West Regions
$180K - $220K *
Unlock transformative health care solutions as a clinical leader, bridging strategy and frontline care across vast regions. Drive improvements in patient outcomes and foster collaboration among divers...
1 week ago
Regional Medical Director - North East and North West Regions
$210K - $250K *
Elevate health care delivery by providing strategic clinical leadership across vast regions. Connect networks, inspire collaboration, and drive transformative initiatives to enhance patient outcomes a...
1 week ago
UPMC SUSQUEHANNA WELLSBORO - EM - STAFF PHYSICIAN
$210K - $250K *
Join a team that's dedicated to exceptional patient care, providing opportunities to thrive in a collaborative environment. Expand your expertise in our 16-bed emergency department, directly impacting...
4 weeks ago
Clinical Supervisor - Emergency Department
$80K - $95K *
Transform patient care by leading a dynamic nursing team, ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced emergency department. Drive operational excellence while fostering a supportive environment for st...
1 week ago
$86K - $128K *
Support patients and families by providing spiritual and emotional care across all sites. Engage with staff to address personal challenges, fostering a healing environment through compassionate conver...
1 week ago
$500K+*
Join a team that's shaping the future of gynecologic oncology through leadership, clinical excellence, and innovative research. Drive program growth and foster collaboration in a dynamic, multidiscipl...
1 week ago
Chief of Staff & Head of Operations (Xora Portfolio Company)
$150K - $180K *
Partner with us to streamline operations and enhance internal processes, ensuring alignment across finance, hiring, and legal functions. Drive execution of strategic priorities while supporting growth...
3 days ago
Primary Care Physician, Pod Leader
$280K - $330K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing holistic care to seniors, focusing on meaningful patient relationships. As a Primary Care Physician, you'll lead assessments and collaborate with an interdisc...
6 days ago
Associate Regional Director/Chief of Staff (East Coast)
$88K - $105K *
Champion operational excellence across the East Coast region, supporting the Regional Director in driving strategic initiatives, managing projects, and enhancing team alignment to achieve growth and p...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Forward Deployed Services
$130K - $155K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex client portfolios, leading a hands-on team through the post-sales lifecycle while driving product design, implementation, and client success i...
1 week ago
Lead Pharmacist (O-6 Billet) Supervisory
$100K - $120K *
Oversee pharmacy operations, manage staff, and ensure compliance while providing patient care and medication management. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance health services and participate in q...
3 weeks ago
$90K *
Empower a culinary team to deliver exceptional food service in a healthcare setting. Lead menu development, ensure quality control, and foster a collaborative environment while enhancing patient satis...
1 week ago
Nursing House Supervisor - Administrative Supervisor - ORMC - Nights
$80K - $95K *
Transform patient care by overseeing hospital operations, ensuring safe patient flow, and providing leadership support. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality care and respond effectively to emerge...
3 weeks ago
Physician (Orthopedic Surgeon)
$250K - $300K *
Join a dynamic Surgical Service team to provide comprehensive orthopedic care for Veterans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and supporting resident education while ensuring high-quality pat...
1 week ago
Sr. Administrative Officer, Orthopaedics
$88K - $105K *
Transform departmental operations by leading strategic planning, financial management, and administrative oversight. Drive growth initiatives, enhance efficiency, and ensure compliance while fostering...
2 weeks ago
$375K - $450K *
Lead the charge in transforming Emergency Medicine across multiple hospitals, enhancing clinical quality, operations, and strategic initiatives while mentoring medical directors and fostering collabor...
3 weeks ago
Associate Medical Director, JMG Colorectal Surgeon
$250K - $300K *
Pioneer comprehensive surgical care for colorectal conditions, performing advanced procedures and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and support quality initiatives...
1 week ago
Chair, Department of Family Medicine & Community Health
$250K - $300K *
Lead and innovate as a visionary in Family and Community Medicine, enhancing clinical, research, and educational initiatives while fostering partnerships and mentoring within a dynamic healthcare envi...
1 week ago
Vice President, Workforce Solutions
$148K - $185K *
Lead the charge in driving enterprise healthcare workforce solutions growth by developing sales strategies, building executive relationships, and managing complex sales cycles to exceed revenue target...
2 weeks ago
DEPUTY ASSISTANT CHIEF OF STAFF (FORCE READINESS)
$110K - $130K *
Lead strategic initiatives to enhance Surface Force readiness through comprehensive assessments, policy development, and resource management, while overseeing personnel and budget operations to ensure...
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Director Medical and Multi Specialty Clinics
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading the development of a multi-specialty clinic, enhancing clinical efficiency, financial viability, and staff performance while ensuring a patient-centered focus and complianc...
1 week ago
Hospice & Palliative Care Physician Medical Director
$210K - $250K *
Transform the future of palliative care by providing comprehensive medical support in a collaborative environment, enhancing services for patients with life-limiting illnesses, and guiding interdiscip...
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.