Clinical Specialists bring together healthcare expertise, technical knowledge, and communication skills to support clinicians and improve patient care. Depending on the role and employer, they may train healthcare professionals, guide the use of medical devices or clinical software, assist with product implementations, and help teams adopt evidence-based practices. Explore Clinical Specialist opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Responsibilities vary by specialty and organization. Clinical Specialists may provide product demonstrations and training, support clinicians during procedures, troubleshoot equipment or workflow challenges, gather user feedback, and collaborate with sales, product, research, and care delivery teams. Some roles focus on a particular area, such as medical devices, diagnostics, health technology, or a clinical discipline.
Employers commonly seek a relevant clinical or scientific background, strong presentation and relationship-building skills, and the ability to explain complex information clearly. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a healthcare license, experience in a clinical setting, knowledge of a specialized therapy or device, and comfort with travel or customer-facing work. Review each listing for specific education, certification, and experience requirements.
Clinical Specialist career paths can lead to senior specialist, clinical education, clinical management, product, or commercial roles. Compensation depends on factors such as specialty, experience, location, travel expectations, and the scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles that match their expertise.
Browse current Clinical Specialist openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use your clinical knowledge and communication strengths to find a role where you can support healthcare teams and contribute to better outcomes.
Physical Therapist (Clinical Specialist)
$80K - $95K *
Lead the delivery of specialized physical therapy services for neurologic patients, providing expert consultation and treatment in outpatient settings. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enha...
Today
Clinical Specialist - Physical Therapist (Ortho./Sports)
$89K - $162K *
Empower patient recovery by providing expert physical therapy services, including evaluation, treatment planning, and mentorship. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance clinical outcomes and ens...
2 weeks ago
$94K *
Elevate your career by providing expert physical therapy services in a dynamic clinical setting. Engage in hands-on patient care, mentorship, and educational opportunities while contributing to commun...
4 days ago
Clinical Specialist - Physical Therapist (Neuro)
$89K - $162K *
Accelerate your career by providing expert physical therapy services, mentoring peers, and enhancing clinical quality. Collaborate with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and lead initiative...
2 weeks ago
Pharmacist (Clinical Specialist)
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a Clinical Pharmacist, ensuring optimal drug therapy and patient safety. Collaborate with healthcare teams to evaluate and manage medication regimens, while educating staff an...
4 days ago
Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of patient care by providing expert physical therapy assessments and interventions. Lead program development and mentor junior therapists while driving exceptional outcomes for comple...
1 week ago
Pharmacist(Clinical Specialist)
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize patient care through clinical pharmacy expertise in Primary Care. Oversee pharmacy activities, collaborate with healthcare providers, and implement effective drug thera...
6 days ago
Rehab Clinical Specialist - 141906
$140K - $185K *
Lead the charge in enhancing rehabilitation services by mentoring teams, implementing best practices, and driving performance improvements across disciplines to elevate patient care and operational ef...
1 week ago
Rehab Clinical Specialist - 141906
$140K - $185K *
Lead clinical initiatives in rehabilitation services, enhancing care quality and efficiency. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor therapists, and implement best practices to optimize patie...
1 week ago
$86K - $129K *
Shape patient-centered care by overseeing rehabilitation assessments, ensuring timely transfers, and fostering relationships with healthcare professionals to optimize inpatient rehabilitation outcomes...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Join us to elevate nursing practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, integrating advanced clinical expertise, education, and mentorship to enhance patient care and foster professional growth within int...
Today
Clinical Education Specialist - LA/San Diego
$95K - $115K *
Advance clinical education initiatives by collaborating with teams to enhance training solutions, improve patient outcomes, and drive procedural adoption through effective communication and strategic...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion your career by providing essential clinical pharmacy services, ensuring safe medication management and patient care. Collaborate on clinical programs and enhance patient outcomes through expe...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Champion clinical pharmacy services to enhance patient care and safety. Collaborate with healthcare teams to implement and maintain pharmacy programs, ensuring appropriate medication management and ad...
3 days ago
$90K - $95K *
Drive the successful adoption of advanced hearing solutions by providing expert clinical support and education to healthcare professionals. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance p...
3 weeks ago
Rare Condition Clinical Specialist
$190K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with rare conditions. This role focuses on building relationships with healthcare professionals, driving sales excellence, and delive...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Specialist/Nurse Clinician, Clinical Documentation
$80K - $95K *
Champion clinical documentation excellence by overseeing education, compliance, and emergency preparedness initiatives. Collaborate with staff and community to enhance public health outcomes and ensur...
1 week ago
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - GeriPact
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of patient medication management as a Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize therapeutic outcomes through direct patient care and medication the...
Yesterday
$72K - $96K *
Elevate your nursing career by specializing in therapeutic apheresis. Join a dedicated team committed to life-saving procedures, patient care, and continuous improvement in a supportive environment fo...
1 week ago
$96K - $144K *
Champion patient care by coordinating clinical teams, ensuring quality standards, and promoting professional practice. Deliver exceptional service while supporting patient and family-centered care in...
1 week ago
Clinical Specialist, CST - Philadelphia, PA
$76K - $114K *
Empower healthcare innovation by providing clinical and technical support to customers. Collaborate with surgical teams, enhance product knowledge, and ensure optimal system performance in a dynamic f...
Yesterday
Clinical Specialist, CST - Philadelphia, PA
$76K - $114K *
Champion innovative clinical solutions by providing expert support and training to healthcare professionals. Drive customer engagement and enhance surgical outcomes through technical assistance and re...
Yesterday
$90K - $110K *
Lead transformative deployments in healthcare by collaborating with executives and stakeholders. Drive operational change, manage complex projects, and enhance staffing strategies across health system...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive transformative change in healthcare by managing complex deployments, aligning stakeholders, and enhancing operational efficiency across health systems. Become a trusted advisor to executives whi...
6 days ago
Nurse Clinical Specialist Coordinator
$80K - $95K *
Play a key role in coordinating patient care within the Interventional Cardiology Clinic, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely scheduling and continuity of care, while supportin...
1 week ago
What is a Clinical Specialist?
A Clinical Specialist is a professional who applies clinical or technical expertise to support healthcare providers, patients, or customers. The role may involve education, product implementation, procedure support, troubleshooting, or guidance on clinical workflows.
What qualifications do Clinical Specialist jobs require?
Requirements vary by specialty. Employers may look for a relevant degree or clinical license, healthcare experience, knowledge of a specific device or therapy, and strong communication and training skills. Check each job listing for its required credentials.
Do Clinical Specialists need a healthcare license?
Some positions require an active clinical license, while others accept candidates with relevant scientific, technical, or industry experience. Licensing requirements depend on the role, employer, and the work performed.
How much do Clinical Specialists earn?
Pay varies based on specialty, location, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for compensation details.
Where do Clinical Specialists work?
Clinical Specialists work for healthcare providers, medical device and diagnostics companies, biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations, and health technology firms. Some roles are field-based and involve travel to customer sites or healthcare facilities.