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.
Office of the Co-Presidents - Chief of Staff - Senior Director
$166K - $200K *
Elevate your career by providing strategic support to executive leadership, ensuring alignment across divisions and driving high-impact initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-m...
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$250K - $500K+*
Join us in transforming pediatric care by providing exceptional clinical services, engaging in research, and educating future medical professionals. Your expertise will enhance patient outcomes and ad...
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Physician - Cellular Therapy - Pathology
$250K - $300K *
Pioneer advancements in cellular therapy by directing a high-volume lab, engaging in impactful research and teaching. Join a dynamic team at a leading cancer center, contributing to innovative treatme...
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Medical Director, Hospital Medicine
$335K - $350K *
The Medical Director of Hospital Medicine at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center will lead and oversee the hospitalist service, ensuring quality care and operational efficiency. This role involves a b...
Reposted 4 days ago
$180K - $220K *
Empower communities by providing comprehensive healthcare services, overseeing clinical operations, mentoring advanced practice providers, and driving quality improvements within a dynamic health orga...
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Physician-Psychiatrist-Outpatient (Greenwood Community Base Outreach Clinic)
$180K - $220K *
Unlock potential in mental health by providing comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient recovery and ensure compliance with accreditation...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion operational excellence by overseeing Laboratory, Pharmacy, and Diagnostic Bio-Med services. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, enhance service delivery, and drive departmental...
1 week ago
Executive Director PrairieLINK Health Alliance
$120K - $150K *
Pioneer innovative healthcare solutions by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing care coordination, and fostering partnerships within a clinically integrated network to improve community health out...
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$180K - $220K *
Empower individuals by providing comprehensive psychiatric care across all ages. Collaborate with a dynamic team to assess, treat, and support patients with diverse behavioral health needs in a fast-p...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a pioneering team to build an AI-enabled care delivery platform, bridging clinical expertise and engineering to create safe, effective patient care solutions. Drive innovation from concept to pro...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer the Program Management Office, driving strategic alignment and efficiency across projects. Lead and mentor a dynamic team, implement best practices, and enhance organizational processes to ach...
2 weeks ago
Medical Director | Ownership Opportunities
$100K - $200K *
Transform your veterinary career by leading a dynamic team through an exciting hospital remodel. Enjoy medical autonomy, flexible scheduling, and a pathway to ownership while making a meaningful impac...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Care Management
$200K - $320K *
Champion transformative healthcare by leading care management initiatives, enhancing quality and access across services. Collaborate with leadership to optimize operations, improve patient outcomes, a...
4 days ago
$121K - $178K *
Drive financial excellence by leading the Accounting team, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to support growth and...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join our team as you lead nursing services, ensuring high-quality patient care through effective training, operational oversight, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Make a significant imp...
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$85K - $100K *
Lead clinical excellence and nursing operations while guiding a dedicated team to provide high-quality patient care in a correctional facility. Drive policy adherence, staff development, and continuou...
4 weeks ago
$200K - $250K *
Elevate patient care by delivering quality medical services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading comprehensive care planning in a skilled nursing environment. Collaborate with staff to e...
2 weeks ago
$234K - $280K *
Advance pediatric care by leading a dedicated team, providing compassionate patient services, and enhancing healthcare access for underserved communities. Collaborate with diverse professionals to ens...
3 weeks ago
Neonatologist - Medical Director
$210K - $250K *
Transform neonatal care by leading a dedicated NICU team, enhancing clinical excellence, and fostering collaboration. Shape the future of our thriving program while making a meaningful impact on infan...
5 days ago
$215K - $235K *
Lead the charge in amplifying the CEO's impact by driving strategic initiatives, managing executive communications, and ensuring alignment across teams in a fast-paced, AI-driven environment...
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Physician (Specialized Vascular Surgeon )
$250K - $300K *
Transform healthcare for Veterans by delivering expert vascular surgical care. Join a dynamic team providing advanced clinical and surgical services, while mentoring the next generation of vascular su...
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Chief Financial Officer- Detail/Temporary Promotion
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career as a financial leader, overseeing budget management and fiscal operations. Drive strategic financial planning, ensure compliance, and lead a dedicated team to enhance operational e...
2 weeks ago
$300K - $350K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care, focusing on general, bariatric, and robotic procedures. Collaborate with experienced surgeons in a supportive environment, balancin...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in operational excellence for a new clinic, driving service delivery and team development while collaborating across functions to enhance patient care and achieve key performance indic...
3 weeks ago
Physician Leader MD/DO Value Based Primary Care
$210K - $250K *
Elevate clinical performance by leading a dedicated pod team, ensuring quality care, patient safety, and effective collaboration among healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes and team dyn...
2 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.