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.
Assistant Director of Laboratory and Clinical
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by overseeing laboratory operations, vaccine programs, and clinical supply chains. Lead a team of medical assistants while ensuring compliance and efficiency across sites, contribu...
1 week ago
Director of Access Strategy & Operations Support
$87K - $175K *
Join a team that's transforming patient access strategies through innovative initiatives. Lead a high-performing group to enhance workflows and digital experiences, driving operational excellence and...
Reposted 1 week ago
$158K - $254K *
Oversee nursing operations and initiatives to ensure excellence in patient care and maintain Magnet status. Lead a team, implement strategies, and enhance communication across the organization to fost...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by overseeing clinical activities and coordinating care for patients. Lead a team of clinicians to ensure excellence in patient-centered services while adhering to best practices...
3 weeks ago
Officer-Chief Nursing Information
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by driving healthcare transformation through data and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care outcomes and innovate nursing practices with advan...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading operations and maintenance for a critical energy system, ensuring safe and efficient utility generation and distribution while developing future leadership capabilities in...
3 weeks ago
$275K - $300K *
Join a dynamic team as a Family Medicine Physician, providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive outpatient setting. Enjoy a balanced work-life with no nights or weekends, while ment...
1 week ago
$342K *
Make your mark at a physician-led clinic providing comprehensive family care. Collaborate with a diverse team to develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes in a sup...
1 week ago
$300K - $320K *
Empower your career by joining a collaborative team dedicated to providing compassionate family medicine services, enhancing patient well-being through expert care and teamwork in a supportive, commun...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize patient care by leading an interdisciplinary team, providing clinical and case management services to at-risk populations. Drive program development and ensure compliance while fostering coll...
4 days ago
Staff Psychologist-Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program
$75K - $90K *
Drive comprehensive psychological services for Veterans, addressing mental health, homelessness, and substance use challenges. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to deliver assessments, thera...
3 weeks ago
VP, Digestive Health Institute
$150K - $180K *
Advance strategic healthcare initiatives by leveraging clinical insights and financial data. Collaborate with leaders to enhance care quality, drive performance, and foster talent development while al...
1 week ago
VP, Digestive Health Institute
$166K - $200K *
Lead strategic direction and operational execution in healthcare, aligning clinical and financial goals. Drive performance improvements, build talent, and ensure adherence to values while navigating m...
1 week ago
Clinical Manager - Emergency Department, Days
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's committed to enhancing patient care and leading nursing excellence. Oversee operations, finance, and HR while empowering future nursing leaders and promoting person-centered service...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower brand strategies by providing scientific leadership and insights. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex data into compelling narratives, ensuring accuracy and alignment...
3 weeks ago
Director of Clinical Services-Behavioral Health
$90K - $110K *
Lead the clinical services at a premier behavioral health facility, driving strategic planning and program development to enhance community care and meet performance goals in a supportive environment...
6 days ago
Director Ambulatory Operations - OB/GYN - Center City
$110K - $130K *
Champion operational excellence by overseeing clinical and business activities across multiple OB/GYN offices. Collaborate on strategic planning, optimize staffing, and enhance patient experience whil...
6 days ago
Director of Behavioral Health Services, Fond du Lac Market
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential in behavioral health leadership by setting strategic goals, directing operations, and enhancing service delivery. Lead a dedicated team in achieving optimal outcomes for patients...
4 weeks ago
Director, Quality Engineering, Primary Care
$156K - $215K *
Unlock your potential by leading quality engineering initiatives across diverse technology portfolios. Drive automation, enhance delivery quality, and foster team growth while collaborating with cross...
Reposted 3 days ago
Manager, Patient Care Services
$80K - $95K *
Empower patient care by leading clinical operations, enhancing processes, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to optimize resource utilization and develop best practices for specialty prog...
6 days ago
Unit Director - 3G Behavioral Health
$85K - $100K *
Empower exceptional patient care as you lead a dynamic team, operations, and clinical initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment focused on healing and continuous improvement in a behavioral h...
4 weeks ago
Co-Medical Director of Tamer Institute for Women's Health
$210K - $250K *
Drive women's healthcare innovation by leading clinical programs and research initiatives, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and expanding a comprehensive, patient-centered model of care that...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Medical Director - Brook Park, OH
$180K - $220K *
Pioneer high-quality, patient-centered care as a Medical Director overseeing skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance clinical practices, ensu...
Today
$180K - $220K *
Lead the development and management of a residency program, ensuring compliance with ACGME standards while fostering an enriching educational environment for residents and faculty, and enhancing commu...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in enhancing employee relations and administration, ensuring effective HR practices across the organization. Collaborate with leaders to manage workforce changes, support employee need...
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.