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.

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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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$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by overseeing clinical operations and enhancing practice efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to implement strategic initiatives, mentor managers, and drive high-quality service...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Transform healthcare by providing comprehensive primary and urgent care. Assess, diagnose, and treat patients while ensuring high standards of safety and quality. Collaborate with clinical staff to en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$250K - $300K *

Transform healthcare by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with hospital leadership to enhance patient care and optimize practice performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations for a dynamic oncology service line, ensuring exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance while managing a collaborative team and enhancing clinic effic...

3 weeks ago

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

$208K - $417K *

Transform clinical operations by leading radiation safety programs, ensuring compliance, and managing staff. Drive quality assurance and program development while overseeing equipment selection and tr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive psychiatric care to incarcerated patients, ensuring effective treatment and collaboration with healthcare staff while maintaining high professio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate inpatient nursing services by fostering collaboration, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing operational efficiency. Lead projects, manage data, and support nursing leadership to achiev...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $162K *

Lead and empower the patient care team in a dynamic perioperative setting, ensuring high-quality clinical operations and fostering professional growth while supporting the Clinical Director in achievi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$367K *

Transform forensic psychiatric care by leading multidisciplinary teams, overseeing medical operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance service deliver...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Join our Family Medicine team to provide outpatient care, treating both Family and Sports Medicine patients. Collaborate with a dedicated team in a supportive environment, ensuring quality healthcare...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading advanced practice providers in strategic planning, operational excellence, and professional development. Drive initiatives that enhance patient care and optimize team pe...

6 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Build a comprehensive information security program to protect sensitive data, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster a culture of cybersecurity across the organization. Collaborate with leader...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$367K *

Shape the future of forensic psychiatric care by leading medical services at a 458-bed facility. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and enhance patient outcomes while mentoring a diverse...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$300K - $350K *

Take ownership of strategic and operational leadership in radiology services, guiding a high-performing team to enhance diagnostic quality and patient outcomes while advancing technology integration i...

3 weeks ago

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

$300K - $350K *

Lead academic and operational excellence in radiology services, driving innovation, collaboration, and best practices to enhance diagnostic imaging quality and patient outcomes across a dynamic health...

3 weeks ago

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

$240K - $300K *

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1 week ago

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

$351K *

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1 week ago

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

$117K - $132K *

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

$98K - $130K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's scaling global revenue operations. As a strategic partner to the CRO, you'll drive operational excellence, manage initiatives, and influence key decisions in a fast-paced environmen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Transform patient care by delivering comprehensive primary healthcare across all ages, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, and chronic condition management while fostering long-term relationships and g...

1 week ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Empower your career by joining a dedicated healthcare team focused on delivering high-quality pediatric care. Collaborate with specialists to ensure comprehensive health services for children and thei...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading oncology services, enhancing patient care, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with a dedicated team to improve quality standards and manage finances while ensu...

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

$350K - $400K *

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading a dynamic team in medical transportation. Gain hands-on experience and mentorship in operations, financial management, and strategic growth, preparing you for...

1 week 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.