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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$250K - $300K *

Elevate women's healthcare by leading a dedicated OB/GYN hospitalist team, driving excellence in patient care, and collaborating with clinical leaders to enhance program success and community health o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Empower patient care by leading the anesthesia team, ensuring high standards of clinical excellence, and fostering collaboration across departments. Drive quality improvements and strategic initiative...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing ambulatory practice operations, enhancing financial performance, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with clinical leaders to improve patient access and quality while al...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate nursing services by managing staff and ensuring compliance with standards. Drive quality care initiatives, oversee team performance, and implement effective strategies for patient outcomes and...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape nursing services by managing staff and ensuring compliance with policies while delivering high-quality patient care and monitoring outcomes for continuous improvement...

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

$99K - $115K *

Shape the future of healthcare by overseeing specialty care operations, enhancing patient access, and leading teams to achieve strategic goals while ensuring compliance and quality standards across se...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming strategic priorities into actionable plans. As Chief of Staff, you'll partner with leadership to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and drive cross-functio...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Champion high-quality, patient-centered care by leading nursing practices, enhancing employee engagement, and driving process improvements across the organization to ensure exceptional patient experie...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform operations at our community clinic by leading a dedicated team, ensuring efficient patient care, managing fiscal responsibilities, and fostering staff development while upholding high standa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading clinical operations and enhancing patient care delivery. Collaborate with healthcare teams to drive quality initiatives, optimize workflows, and ensure compliance while...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence and customer experience leadership, shaping strategies and systems for growth. Collaborate with executives to enhance efficiency and lead a dedicated team, ensuring seamle...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $250K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team dedicated to advancing gastrointestinal healthcare. Collaborate with experts, perform advanced procedures, and mentor future medical professionals while maki...

Today

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead comprehensive outpatient Family Medicine practice, providing individualized patient care and collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team to enhance community health and well-being in a support...

3 weeks ago

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

$400K - $500K+*

Unlock innovative mental health care in oncology as a leader driving clinical excellence, research, and team development. Shape the future of psychiatric services while enhancing patient-centered care...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $394K *

Transform the future of behavioral health by leading clinical care initiatives, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes, and fostering a collaborative environment that promotes accountability and conti...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by managing surgical inpatients and consults, ensuring effective nighttime coverage. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance surgical services and improve patient outcomes...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care by overseeing assessments, ensuring confidentiality, and collaborating with teams to enhance mental health services while tracking performance indicators and training staff for ef...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering compassionate care while overseeing daily operations, ensuring staff efficiency, and fostering a risk-free environment for patients in a dynamic healthcare s...

1 week ago

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

$129K - $207K *

Transform public health services by leading statewide programs and initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance community health outcomes while representing the Director of Health in a dynam...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of financial leadership by driving accurate reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance client relationships and streamline accounting pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining diagnostic radiology by providing comprehensive imaging services, including chest radiography and ultrasound. Collaborate with medical staff, educate residents, and expan...

Today

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

$103K - $155K *

Advance behavioral health services by leading operations, integrating care, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with teams to develop strategic plans and manage resources effectively, driving...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional rehab care as a Medical Director, overseeing clinical and administrative functions while fostering a patient-centered environment and collaborating with a ded...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize critical infrastructure operations in a state-of-the-art psychiatric hospital, ensuring safe, reliable utilities management while leading dedicated teams and enhancing patient-centered care i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion exceptional patient outcomes by leading a dedicated clinical team. Oversee operational practices, implement value-based care, and ensure efficiency within the care group to enhance patient ex...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.