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.
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$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...
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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...
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Chief Nursing Officer-Texas Health Forney
$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...
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Chief of Staff, AI Infrastructure
$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...
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Physician (Medical Directorship) - $25k Sign-on Bonus
$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...
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Director of Credentialing & Verification Office - Clinical Affairs
$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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$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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$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...
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$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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Clinical Supervisor Regional Practices
$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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Director, Wellness Intervention Team (WIT)
$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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Director - Operational and Care Standards
$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...
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Executive Director - Center of Advanced Practice
$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...
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$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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$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...
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Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (O-4/O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory
$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...
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Join a team that's committed to delivering high-quality primary care in a supportive outpatient environment. Collaborate with specialists while benefiting from competitive compensation and generous pr...
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Physician - Medical Oncology Geriatric Oncology
$210K - $250K *
Shape the future of geriatric oncology by developing clinical programs and conducting research. Join a dynamic team to enhance patient care and education in a leading cancer center focused on innovati...
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Executive Director - Center of Advanced Practice
$308K - $383K *
Lead the strategic vision for Advanced Practice Providers, ensuring optimal care delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate across the organization to enhance clinical integration, drive revenue...
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Network Director, Quality & Patient Safety (Onsite, Saint Helena)
$125K - $150K *
Drive strategic leadership in enhancing safety, quality, and performance improvement across the organization. Partner with leadership teams to implement initiatives and foster a culture of continuous...
4 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in optimizing daily operations and compliance for healthcare practices. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance efficiency, manage budgets, and ensure exceptional service deli...
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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.