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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$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

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and implement value-based care practices, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a co...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead transformative health initiatives across diverse regions, ensuring clinical excellence and strategic alignment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient care and drive system-wide improve...

Barrie, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Reimagine health care delivery by providing strategic clinical leadership across diverse regions. Influence system-wide improvements, foster collaboration, and champion innovative care models to enhan...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Strategize clinical leadership across diverse regions, ensuring integration of care and driving system improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes and foster equitable heal...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in transforming health care across diverse regions. As a clinical leader, you'll connect networks, inspire collaboration, and drive improvements for patients and communities, ensuring...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing occupational health services through collaboration, policy development, and evidence-based practices, ensuring quality and efficiency in federal health progra...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join us to provide expert medical consultation and guidance on occupational health issues, collaborating with federal leadership to enhance service delivery and policy development while staying curren...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Engage in impactful occupational health initiatives by collaborating with medical leadership to enhance service delivery, develop policies, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards, all while a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $110K *

Champion your career by providing expert medical consultation and guidance on occupational health issues. Collaborate with federal leadership to enhance clinical services, develop policies, and stay u...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $110K *

Champion public health by collaborating with federal leaders to enhance occupational health services. Utilize your expertise to develop policies, provide medical guidance, and ensure compliance with n...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of biomedical services by overseeing compliance, managing teams, and enhancing operational efficiency. Lead initiatives to improve client satisfaction and ensure the effective mainten...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$141K - $177K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Provider, delivering exceptional patient care in an urgent care setting. Mentor new providers, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and ensure high-quality service...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Bring your expertise to lead patient care as a compassionate Physician Associate. Mentor new providers, collaborate with a dedicated team, and ensure high-quality healthcare delivery in a dynamic urge...

6 days ago

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

$141K - $177K *

Join our team as a Lead Provider, where you'll deliver exceptional patient care, mentor new providers, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance clinic operations and patient outcomes i...

6 days ago

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

$141K - $177K *

Empower patient care as a Lead Provider, guiding clinical staff and enhancing healthcare delivery in an urgent care setting. Collaborate with a dedicated team to mentor new providers while ensuring hi...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team to oversee clinic operations, ensuring efficient healthcare delivery across multiple facilities. Lead administrative functions, enhance patient experiences, and drive strategic p...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in leadership to direct services and resources in our nursing departments, fostering care excellence across Birth Suites, Family Care Suites, and Neonatal Intensive Care units, while ensuring o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of operational oversight for surgical services across multiple practices, ensuring compliance, quality improvement, and engagement while managing a diverse team for optimal performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$271K *

Champion public health initiatives by leading a team of medical professionals, ensuring effective patient care and epidemiological practices. Drive improvements in health outcomes through strategic gu...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading a high-performing PMO, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with best practices while collaborating with executive leaders to meet client needs and drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Empower patient health as a Family Medicine Physician, delivering comprehensive care in a collaborative environment. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing community wellness and enjoy a balanced wo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join as a strategic partner to the General Manager, tackling complex organizational challenges and driving initiatives across multiple functions to enhance operational excellence and deliver measurabl...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic leadership and operational excellence in the Emergency Department, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement in...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the Emergency Department. Oversee operations, staff development, and compliance while driving quality improvement initiatives in a...

1 week ago

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

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.