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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$210K - $250K *

Oversee the Department of Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Services, ensuring high-quality patient care through effective leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration with medical staff while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Inspire strategic regional public safety programs through governance, budget oversight, and team leadership, ensuring alignment with local priorities and operational excellence across the National Cap...

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive high-quality patient care by managing resources, coordinating teams, and collaborating with staff. Ensure effective operations and fiscal responsibility while fostering a supportive environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Lead the charge in advancing critical care anesthesia by overseeing operations, education, and research. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor faculty, and represent the division at institu...

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

$92K - $133K *

Innovate operations by providing strategic leadership in data integrity and analytics. Oversee fundraising operations and operational excellence to enhance the foundation’s infrastructure, ensuring al...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of healthcare marketing by leading strategic initiatives that enhance brand awareness, drive patient engagement, and foster organizational growth through innovative communications and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading compliance initiatives and strategies in healthcare. Drive regulatory risk management, education, and operational excellence while fostering a culture of ethics and acco...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping patient care by developing and overseeing nursing policies, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaborative leadership to enhance healthcare delivery and outco...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Transform the AI infrastructure landscape by partnering with leadership to drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational excellence, and improve delivery predictability across diverse teams and pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of policy and organizational development by leading initiatives that enhance capacity and effectiveness within the Maryland Department of General Services. Collaborate with divisions...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$208K - $250K *

Transform senior healthcare by joining a team that prioritizes autonomy and patient-centered care. Enjoy flexible schedules while leading clinical teams, overseeing patient care, and making measurable...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise-wide credentialing and verification processes. Drive standardization, oversee medical staff support, and enhance provider onboarding while ensuring compliance...

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

$102K - $140K *

Advance your career by managing clinical operations, ensuring high-quality nursing care, and leading quality improvement initiatives while maintaining regulatory compliance and overseeing budget manag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $140K *

Lead daily clinical operations to ensure high-quality, resident-centered nursing care. Oversee quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and budget management while fostering staff development and inf...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $140K *

Lead daily clinical operations to ensure high-quality, resident-centered nursing care. Oversee quality assurance programs, regulatory compliance, and budget management while fostering staff developmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Oversee clinical operations and staff management to ensure safe, efficient patient care. Collaborate on strategic planning and maintain high standards of clinical practice while fostering a supportive...

2 weeks ago

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

$114K - $146K *

Elevate your career by leading nursing operations in a dynamic health center. Drive quality care, enhance patient flow, and foster staff development while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards...

2 weeks ago

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

$91K - $169K *

Support our surgical program by ensuring high patient satisfaction and effective staff management. Oversee daily operations, promote patient-focused care, and collaborate with medical staff to enhance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $254K *

Oversee high-quality primary care delivery while mentoring clinicians and collaborating with leadership. Manage clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance patient care in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive wellness initiatives by leading a team to implement programs that enhance resilience and well-being among students and trainees, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring adherence to e...

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

$122K - $165K *

Transform healthcare operations by leading the development and standardization of clinical care practices, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes and regulatory compliance across post-acute care setti...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$308K - $383K *

Drive excellence in advanced practice management by leading a diverse team of healthcare professionals. Optimize patient care delivery and enhance organizational strategies in alignment with the overa...

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving clinical excellence and financial performance. Lead strategic initiatives, motivate a high-performance management team, and ensure compliance with healthcare re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by providing visionary leadership and strategic direction for operational excellence, financial performance, and market growth in a healthcare setting. Collaborate with a high-perform...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Discover impactful psychiatric care delivery for detainees, focusing on evaluations, treatment plans, and crisis intervention. Collaborate with healthcare teams, mentor peers, and adapt to dynamic env...

3 weeks ago

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

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.