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.
Director, Administrator Home Health
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative home health and therapy services. Drive exceptional patient care, inspire teams, and ensure operational excellence while shaping the future of healthcare deli...
5 days ago
Primary Care Medical Director-Brookside Community Health Center
$245K - $330K *
Engage in transformative leadership at a community health center, overseeing diverse medical services while fostering equitable care. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes and...
2 weeks ago
Primary Care Medical Director-Brookside Community Health Center
$245K - $330K *
Unlock potential by providing clinical leadership and strategic direction in primary care, enhancing community engagement, and ensuring equitable, high-quality care for diverse populations at a compre...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Elevate clinical excellence by leading multidisciplinary care models, ensuring quality outcomes, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with executive teams to enhance patient safety and organ...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team as a strategic leader, overseeing financial operations and IT functions. Drive financial management, analysis, and forecasting while enhancing organizational sustainability and fos...
2 weeks ago
$250K - $300K *
Lead the charge in advancing cellular therapies by providing expert clinical oversight, collaborating with internal and external partners, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to enhance...
2 weeks ago
$250K - $300K *
Elevate your career by leading medical strategy in cellular therapies. Collaborate with teams to enhance program development, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive innovation in transfusion medicine...
2 weeks ago
$250K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of cellular therapies. Lead medical oversight and strategic growth in a dynamic environment, collaborating with healthcare partners to enhance clinical services a...
2 weeks ago
$250K - $300K *
Lead the charge in advancing cellular therapies by providing expert medical oversight, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving program growth and inno...
2 weeks ago
Director of Patient Services - Duke University Hospital
$80K - $95K *
Create exceptional culinary experiences by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high standards in food production, presentation, and service while fostering strong client relationships and driving operati...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion exceptional educational experiences while leading curriculum development, fostering inclusive classrooms, and mentoring staff. Drive student success and enhance community engagement through i...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care in a correctional setting. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver acute care, ensure compliance, and support quality...
2 weeks ago
$255K - $275K *
Join a team that's dedicated to conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and evaluations. Utilize your expertise to provide critical insights and feedback to ensure the selection of top cand...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
TURKEY CREEK MEDICAL CENTER - HM - STAFF PHYSICIAN
$210K - $250K *
Transform patient care by joining a collaborative hospitalist team, focusing on efficiency and work-life balance while delivering exceptional healthcare in a supportive environment...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic Emergency Services team, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care while driving operational excellence, fostering collaboration, and managing strategic initia...
4 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Accelerate progress at our community health center by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring high-quality care, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Collaborate with leadership to e...
6 days ago
$80K - $96K *
Lead and inspire our nursing team to enhance care quality and operational excellence in a dynamic healthcare environment. Drive initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of compassion and t...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead and inspire a dedicated mental health team, ensuring high-quality behavioral healthcare in a correctional setting. Oversee clinical operations, collaborate with multidisciplinary partners, and en...
2 weeks ago
Medical Director, Clinical Development
$275K - $300K *
Join a dynamic team to lead clinical development in oncology, focusing on innovative therapies for breast cancer. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to design impactful studies, engage with reg...
3 weeks ago
Hematology / Oncology Physician
$500K+*
Shape the future of cancer care by joining a dedicated team providing expert clinical services in Hematology and Oncology, ensuring personalized patient pathways and comprehensive treatment plans in a...
1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Lead the charge in providing comprehensive medical care to diverse patient populations, ensuring accurate diagnoses, effective treatments, and patient education while collaborating with healthcare tea...
3 weeks ago
$208K - $250K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional primary care while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule. Contribute your expertise in a supportive environment with ample resources and opportu...
Reposted 1 week ago
$195K - $312K *
Elevate your career by assisting in the management of research programs, guiding project execution, and fostering staff development while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and maintaining sp...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive quality and compassion in patient care as a key leader, integrating nursing strategies and ensuring high standards in a dynamic behavioral health environment focused on growth and excellence...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive a patient-centric nursing strategy as a key leader, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care while aligning with institutional goals and regulatory standards. Focus on people, service, quality...
3 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.