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.
Chief of Staff to the Chief Operating Officer
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team as a strategic partner to the COO, driving enterprise priorities and ensuring effective execution across global operations. Leverage your expertise to connect strategy with action...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Vice President, Clinical Development / Chief Medical Officer
$250K - $300K *
Lead the charge in clinical development strategy and execution for innovative oncology therapeutics. Collaborate across departments to advance cutting-edge programs while ensuring regulatory complianc...
3 weeks ago
$300K - $350K *
Join a dynamic surgical team to provide comprehensive, high-quality surgical care. Engage in pre-operative evaluations, perform advanced surgical procedures, and collaborate with multidisciplinary tea...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform health risk management by leading proactive strategies, driving data-driven initiatives, and partnering with leadership to enhance safety and performance across clinical and operational sett...
Reposted 1 week ago
Chief Operating Clinical Officer
$160K - $200K *
Unlock your potential by leading hospital operations, ensuring quality care, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance patient services and maintain compliance while...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Elevate patient care by leading nursing teams, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering growth. Engage with staff and families to optimize outcomes while navigating challenges with confidence an...
Today
$92K - $110K *
Lead primary health care delivery, diagnosing and treating patients while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team. Ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain high standards of patient c...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Director - Ambulatory Surgery Center
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate your career by managing nursing services and staff, ensuring quality care and compliance with standards while leading teams and enhancing patient outcomes...
Today
Director of Nursing - South Texas Health System
$100K - $120K *
Elevate patient care by leading nursing teams, ensuring compliance, and managing departmental operations. Collaborate with staff and stakeholders to resolve issues, maintain performance standards, and...
2 weeks ago
$151K - $221K *
Champion excellence in nursing leadership, enhancing patient care through innovative program development and strategic oversight. Collaborate with clinical teams to set standards and drive outcomes fo...
3 weeks ago
Director of Health Systems Operations
$185K - $296K *
Advance your career by leading strategic initiatives and operational management across multiple sites, driving financial and service objectives while fostering strong customer relationships and team d...
5 days ago
Principal Strategic Advisor, Healthcare
$130K - $208K *
Champion innovative healthcare solutions by leading strategic initiatives that enhance reimbursement models and improve member outcomes. Collaborate across departments to drive operational excellence...
1 week ago
System Medical Director of Employee Health
$210K - $250K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workforce health through strategic leadership in employee health services. This role involves overseeing clinical practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, a...
Reposted 1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Transform clinical services by leading ambulatory departments, enhancing quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Collaborate with nursing leadership to ensure optimal management of clinical practic...
4 weeks ago
$75K - $90K *
Drive growth and collaboration as a Physician Support Specialist, enhancing relationships with physicians and facilities. Leverage strategic planning and emotional intelligence to achieve sales goals...
Today
$75K - $90K *
Drive growth and collaboration as a Physician Support Specialist, enhancing relationships with physicians and facilities. Leverage strategic planning and communication skills to achieve sales goals an...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of mental health care by providing comprehensive psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions for Veterans. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure integrated care a...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Engage with us to provide vital psychological assessments and therapies for Veterans, addressing diverse mental health challenges through evidence-based practices in a collaborative outpatient setting...
Today
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive psychological services. You'll diagnose and treat mental disorders, conduct assessments, and collaborate with healthcare professionals across va...
5 days ago
Clinical Instructor and Co-Chief Resident
$80K - $95K *
Transform the residency program by providing leadership, education, and high-quality clinical care in diverse pediatric settings. Collaborate with faculty and medical students to enhance training and...
6 days ago
$220K - $280K *
Lead the charge in medical strategy excellence, overseeing team growth and client relationships while translating complex medical insights into actionable brand strategies across diverse therapeutic a...
2 days ago
LODI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - EM - STAFF PA
$104K - $109K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality emergency care as a physician assistant or nurse practitioner in a dynamic hospital environment, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance patient outcome...
1 week ago
Advanced Practice Provider (O-5 Billet) Supervisory
$100K - $120K *
Drive your career forward by leading a team of Advanced Practice Providers, overseeing clinical operations, and delivering essential medical care to detainees. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams...
4 days ago
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming cancer care through innovative treatments and compassionate patient support. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver personalized oncology solu...
1 week ago
SPECIAL OPERATIONS TEAM (SAG) - EM - TRAVELING APC
$110K - $130K *
Elevate patient care by leveraging your clinical expertise as an experienced APC. Join a dynamic travel team, providing essential services across diverse facilities while enjoying competitive compensa...
3 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.