Clinical Lead Jobs in Colorado

Clinical Lead jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora, where health systems like UCHealth, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health), and Children's Hospital Colorado maintain large clinical operations and hire across behavioral health, primary care, and acute care settings. The state's growing population and expanding community health infrastructure have made Colorado one of the more active markets for experienced clinical leads seeking supervisory and program-direction roles. Openings exist from mid-level lead positions through senior clinical leadership tracks. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerAmerican Heart Association
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring9
Work type75% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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HRT, Wellness and Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner as a Clinical Lead for Denver's #1 MedSpa
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HRT, Wellness and Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner as a Clinical Lead for Denver's #1 MedSpa
RESTOR Medical Spa
Greenwood Village, Colorado
Customer Service
Customer Support
$68k - $190k/yr
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State of Colorado
Behavioral Health Lead Clinical Supervisor (Social Work/Counselor IV) - Platte Valley
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Behavioral Health Lead Clinical Supervisor (Social Work/Counselor IV) - Platte Valley
State of Colorado
Greeley, Colorado
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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American Heart Association
Business Development Lead, Clinical Solutions & Licensing
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Business Development Lead, Clinical Solutions & Licensing
American Heart Association
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$135k - $145k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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American Heart Association
Business Development Lead, Clinical Solutions & Licensing
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Business Development Lead, Clinical Solutions & Licensing
American Heart Association
Denver, Colorado
Enterprise Sales
Inside Sales
Sales
$135k - $145k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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American Heart Association
Business Development Lead, Clinical Solutions & Licensing
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Business Development Lead, Clinical Solutions & Licensing
American Heart Association
Aurora, Colorado
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$135k - $145k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Clinical Lead Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
5 jobs
Boulder
2 jobs
Niwot
1 job
Aurora
1 job
Parker
1 job
Greeley
1 job
Fort Collins
1 job
Colorado Springs
1 job
Greenwood Village
1 job

Clinical Lead Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

American Heart Association
American Heart Association3 open roles
Boulder Community Health
Boulder Community Health2 open roles
Denver Health
Denver Health1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical lead jobs across Colorado.

  • Active Colorado clinical license or certification recognized by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
  • Minimum three to five years of direct clinical experience in a relevant care setting
  • Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring, or coordinating a clinical team or department
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in nursing, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong knowledge of quality improvement, accreditation standards, and regulatory compliance requirements

Clinical Lead Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical lead in Colorado?

Becoming a clinical lead in Colorado typically starts with earning a relevant clinical license through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, such as an RN license, licensed clinical social worker credential, or licensed professional counselor registration, depending on your specialty. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree at minimum, often a master's, combined with direct patient-facing or program experience before moving into a lead role.

Which companies hire clinical leads in Colorado?

Companies currently hiring clinical leads in Colorado include American Heart Association, Boulder Community Health, and Denver Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's large integrated health systems and community mental health centers consistently represent the deepest and most stable demand for clinical lead roles across the state.

Which Colorado cities have the most clinical lead jobs?

Denver, Boulder, and Niwot have the most clinical lead openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market as home to major hospital systems and regional headquarters, while Colorado Springs and Aurora reflect significant health system footprints and rapidly growing suburban populations that continue to drive clinical hiring beyond the core metro.

Are there remote clinical lead jobs in Colorado?

Yes, but they're rare. About 25% of clinical lead openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical lead responsibilities. The portions of the role most likely to support remote work are care coordination, utilization review, telehealth program management, and certain behavioral health supervision functions.

How can I get hired as a clinical lead in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a charge nurse, team lead, or senior clinician role first, then building toward a formal lead title. Large Colorado employers such as UCHealth and Intermountain Health run new-graduate residency and nurse fellowship programs that include leadership development tracks. Earning a Colorado state license early, completing a quality improvement project, and moving laterally from a senior clinician or care coordinator role all strengthen a candidate's position considerably.

Where can I find and apply to clinical lead jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to clinical lead jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that match.

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