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.
Long Term Care Doctor - Post-Acute Care Physician
$100K - $250K *
Engage in leading care teams within skilled nursing facilities, managing complex post-acute cases. Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and specialists to ensure high-quality, compassionate care while...
1 week ago
Long Term Care Doctor - Post-Acute Care Physician
$100K - $250K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional care in skilled nursing facilities. Lead care teams, manage complex cases, and collaborate with specialists to ensure quality and compassion in p...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $110K *
Innovate with us to enhance scientific rigor in agency services, collaborating across teams to provide expert insights and support in medical communications, advisory boards, and client interactions w...
3 days ago
$85K - $110K *
Elevate your career by supporting the Medical Team with scientific insights, client interactions, and project management. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and rigor in agency services while...
Today
Market Medical Director Hospital Medicine
$210K - $250K *
Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership and clinical oversight for critical care services. Drive excellence, optimize resources, and foster collaboration within a dynamic healthcare environ...
1 week ago
$150K - $450K *
Advance your career by providing exceptional patient care, engaging in research, and contributing to educational initiatives in a collaborative environment focused on pediatric health and well-being...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of patient care by leading a dedicated unit, overseeing operations, quality, and collaboration with leadership to ensure exceptional care delivery and patient experience while managin...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to exceptional veterinary care, leading a collaborative clinic with strong support. Drive patient wellness and foster long-term client relationships while enjoying a balan...
2 weeks ago
Nurse Director, Intensive Crisis Services
$83K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming behavioral healthcare by overseeing 24/7 nursing operations, ensuring safe patient management, and leading a compassionate staff in crisis support services...
1 week ago
Assistant Chief-Emergency Medicine
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of emergency medicine in a dynamic, high-volume environment. Lead a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art facility, providing exceptional care to a diverse patient...
2 weeks ago
$155K - $185K *
Transform pediatric care by delivering exceptional, evidence-based services in a supportive environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure comprehensive patient care while maintaining a heal...
2 weeks ago
$200K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care. You'll perform examinations, diagnose conditions, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive pati...
2 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Lead the charge in optimizing clinical quality and operational performance across multiple outpatient practices. Drive strategic initiatives while fostering staff engagement and providing visionary le...
Reposted 4 days ago
Medical Director, Primary Care SE
$235K - $300K *
Empower primary care excellence by leading clinical and administrative teams, enhancing patient safety, and fostering provider development. Collaborate across specialties to ensure high-quality, acces...
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Director of Emergency Department
$110K - $130K *
Champion high-quality, patient-centered care in the Emergency Department by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight. Drive quality improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and foste...
2 weeks ago
$170K - $200K *
Join a transformative team that streamlines care access. Lead daily operations involving intake, scheduling, and care coordination, while building scalable models for future markets. Collaborate with...
Reposted 1 week ago
Executive Director of Technology
$150K - $180K *
Empower innovation as a strategic leader in technology, aligning solutions with business goals. Drive transformation, enhance efficiency, and oversee comprehensive IT operations to elevate customer ex...
4 days ago
Gastroenterology IBD Director and Faculty Physician
$300K - $350K *
Lead the charge in advancing a multidisciplinary IBD program, mentoring fellows and students while engaging in research at a premier academic medical center. Collaborate with diverse specialties to en...
1 week ago
Division Chief of Physical Therapy
$132K - $165K *
Shape the future of the Division of Physical Therapy by leading faculty, overseeing DPT programs, managing resources, and fostering academic excellence in our expanding rehabilitation sciences initiat...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Associate Medical Director, Pediatric Cardiac ICU
$250K - $300K *
Lead clinical excellence and programmatic advancement in pediatric cardiac care, overseeing practice and mentorship while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement within a high-performing mu...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of academic excellence by leading a collaborative team to enhance student outcomes, drive compliance, and manage educational initiatives across multiple campuses, ensuring quality and...
6 days ago
$210K - $250K *
Lead critical care and perioperative anesthesiology services, providing expert clinical care for complex surgical cases while collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team to enhance patient outcomes...
1 week ago
Principal in Charge - Healthcare
$137K - $211K *
Unlock potential by leading major healthcare architectural projects, managing client relationships, and driving business development. Oversee project teams, budgets, and schedules while ensuring adher...
4 days ago
Clin Doc Integrity Physician Advisor
$180K - $220K *
Transform healthcare by leveraging your clinical expertise to enhance documentation quality, optimize reimbursement, and improve patient outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive compliance an...
2 weeks ago
Executive Director, Banner Alzheimer's Institutes
$180K - $220K *
Unlock potential by leading transformative research in memory and movement disorders. Drive strategic initiatives, secure funding, and foster collaborations to position the organization as a leader in...
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.