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.
$100K - $130K *
Accelerate clinical trial success by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to the CRA team. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and enhance s...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead clinical trial monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address site issues, manage budgets, and provide oversight. Drive successful study e...
3 weeks ago
K-12 Speech-Language Pathologist
$97K - $100K *
Inspire growth by delivering essential speech-language services to K-12 students. Collaborate with educators and families to develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring compliance and supporting...
Today
Clinical Nurse-Angio Specialty
$95K - $115K *
Engage in a dynamic clinical environment, providing expert nursing care in interventional procedures. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance patient outcomes and embrace innovations in practice. Y...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Nurse-Angio Specialty
$85K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced clinical environment, providing expert nursing care in interventional procedures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and embrace i...
2 weeks ago
Supervisory Direct Primary Care Physician
$180K - $220K *
Join a team that's redefining primary care with a focus on patient relationships, autonomy, and collaboration. Enjoy a manageable patient panel, no insurance hassles, and a supportive environment that...
2 weeks ago
LCSW-C/LICSW Inpatient Case Manager
$74K - $134K *
Shape patient-centered care by managing inpatient cases, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring optimal outcomes from admission to discharge. Drive effective resource utilization and suppor...
2 weeks ago
Director of Rehabilitation Services
$83K - $93K *
Oversee all rehabilitation services, ensuring compliance and quality care while leading a dedicated team in a skilled nursing environment. Drive operational excellence and enhance patient outcomes thr...
1 week ago
Assistant Center Director Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
$120K *
Elevate patient care by combining clinical expertise with leadership. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance wellness services and ensure operational success in a thriving clinic environment...
4 days ago
LCSW-C/LICSW Inpatient Case Manager
$74K - $134K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centered care. As part of the Case Management Team, you will facilitate quality care from admission through discharge, collaborating with mu...
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$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of medical devices and digital health. As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, you'll drive regulatory strategies for innovative technologies, ensuring compliance and...
2 weeks ago
Physical Therapy On-Site Supervisor
$76K - $126K *
Transform patient care by evaluating and treating individuals in outpatient rehabilitation. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to create personalized treatment plans that enhance mobility, redu...
6 days ago
Physical Therapist - OrthoSouth
$75K - $95K *
Drive excellence in patient care by leading a dynamic team of therapists, overseeing comprehensive rehabilitation services, and shaping innovative treatment practices to enhance community health and a...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead outpatient dialysis care by coordinating patient plans, supervising staff, and ensuring safety standards. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to build lasting relationships with patients and...
2 days ago
$76K - $103K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by facilitating safe transitions from hospital to home. Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to develop and implement effective discharge pla...
1 week ago
Quality Specialist I (Inspection Coordinator)
$75K - $94K *
Champion quality standards by driving compliance and improvement initiatives within the QMS framework. Oversee inspections, audits, and training while collaborating with teams to ensure regulatory adh...
Reposted 6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic orthopedic and sports medicine practice, providing exceptional patient care while enjoying a supportive team environment. Benefit from a full-time schedule with no weekends and comprehe...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic orthopedic and sports medicine practice, delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive environment. Enjoy a full-time schedule with no weekends, competitive compensation, and comp...
Today
Advanced Practice Provider -Antoine Clinic (Value-Based Care)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's committed to advancing healthcare by delivering expert patient care. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will leverage your skills in diagnostics, treatment, and collaboration, enhancing h...
Reposted 1 week ago
Psychiatric Nurse Care Coordinator
$114K - $131K *
Drive the coordination and delivery of psychiatric care within a correctional facility, ensuring continuity and safety in treatment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcome...
2 weeks ago
Senior Specialist, Client Processing
$80K - $95K *
Advance your career by supporting client processing in Loans Enablement Operations. Handle transactional requests, coordinate with teams, and manage complex situations with accuracy and efficiency to...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing clinical program operations by managing staff, improving workflows, and ensuring quality assurance. Collaborate with teams to develop and implement effective strategies th...
1 week ago
Health Professions Education Specialist III
$80K - $95K *
Champion the administration of health professions education programs, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards while supporting learners through curriculum development, scheduling, and evaluat...
Yesterday
$79K - $119K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize care management for members with complex needs, conducting assessments and coordinating resources to enhance health outcomes. This role offers flexible virtual work whi...
Reposted 5 days ago
$79K - $119K *
Accelerate member health outcomes by optimizing care plans for chronic needs. Engage with healthcare teams to coordinate and deliver exceptional case management through assessments, resource allocatio...
Reposted 5 days 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.