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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$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of emergency care by leading strategic initiatives, overseeing operations, and ensuring quality patient safety in a dynamic healthcare environment. Drive organizational development an...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead field operations on healthcare construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance. Collaborate with project teams and manage multiple projects to deliver successful outcomes...

2 weeks ago

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

$287K - $459K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $157K *

Help us lead the Nursing Department by overseeing resident care, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care quality and maintain...

3 weeks ago

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

$91K - $169K *

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $169K *

Elevate patient care by managing surgical programs, ensuring high satisfaction, and fostering collaboration among medical staff. Lead a dedicated team while maintaining compliance with industry standa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $350K *

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1 week ago

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

$200K - $240K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Lead the digital product strategy for a consumer health platform, optimizing customer acquisition and experience. Drive a unified roadmap, manage budgets, and foster a high-performing team to enhance...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $162K *

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1 week ago

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

$114K - $162K *

Shape the future of nursing education by managing clinical training programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development across multiple healthcare facilities to enhance patient care outcome...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$249K - $288K *

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6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading nursing teams in delivering exceptional ambulatory care. Oversee clinical practices, ensure quality standards, and foster collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and...

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion strategic initiatives by leading referral development efforts, overseeing admissions, and training staff to enhance marketing and relationship management, ensuring alignment with organization...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

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

$284K - $385K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion emergency nursing excellence by leading patient care operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to del...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$450K - $500K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation in emergency medicine by leading a diverse academic department. Shape education, research, and clinical care while fostering collaboration across institutions and enhancing the health...

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1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

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1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Transform program management by overseeing operations, budgets, and personnel to ensure efficient clinical care and promote research and education. Collaborate across departments to enhance integrated...

3 weeks ago

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

$271K - $309K *

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  •   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.