Clinical Specialist Jobs in Kentucky
Clinical Specialist jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in Louisville, Lexington, and the Cincinnati metro's northern Kentucky corridor, where large health systems and medical device companies maintain significant operations. Employers such as Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and Medline Industries regularly recruit clinical specialists in areas including cardiovascular support, orthopedics, and diabetes management. Demand is steady across both hospital-based and field-based roles, with openings at the associate, senior, and principal levels. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
40Job Summary:
Reports to the Clinical Patient Access Manager or Patient Access Manager, the Clinical Patient Access Specialist is primarily responsible for relaying reviewed normal, expected, or abnormal results to patients. The Clinical Patient Access Specialist will successfully manage large amounts of inbound calls while ensuring all pertinent medical information and care needs for patients are identified, documented, and communicated to the provider. The Clinical Patient Access Specialist is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, family members and other callers.Job Description:
Job Title: Clinical Patient Access Specialist- Call Center (MA, LPN EMT Required)
BENEFITS:
- Work from Home Opportunity after training (Equipment Provided)
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 403b with Match
- Opportunity for Growth
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Understand and uphold SEP’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Comply with scheduling of patients and release of medical information processes to stay compliant with OSHA/CLIA/HIPAA.
- Accurate documentation in the EMR.
- Provide instructions and results to patients under directions of the providers.
- Communicates as needed with offices about any patient concerns/issues related to results.
- Schedules appointments for patients based on the criteria outlined in the office scheduling preference cards and/or decision trees
- Maintains an effective working relationship with team members, members of medical practice and leadership.
- Verifies and updates all patient demographic and insurance information.
- Provide information and communicate effectively to resolve issues with patients, providers, other associates, management and insurance companies.
- Advises patients of outstanding balances.
- Ensures accurate and timely distribution of patient requests.
- Advises patients of outstanding balances.
- Ensures accurate and timely distribution of patient requests
- Works with central billing office and physicians/clinicians as needed in a timely manner on all requests.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
EDUCATION:
Minimum: Active certification or license of LPN, CMA, RMA, EMT.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Minimum: One year of experience in area of certification in a clinical setting.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
An approved credential such as LPN, CMA, RMA, EMT.
FLSA Status:
Non-ExemptRight Career. Right Here. If you have a passion for taking care of the community and are interested in Healthcare, you will take pride in the level of care we provide at St. Elizabeth. We take care of patients and each other.
St. Elizabeth Physicians is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age or any other characteristic that is protected by state or federal law.
Job Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
40Job Summary:
Reports to the Clinical Patient Access Manager or Patient Access Manager, the Clinical Patient Access Specialist is primarily responsible for relaying reviewed normal, expected, or abnormal results to patients. The Clinical Patient Access Specialist will successfully manage large amounts of inbound calls while ensuring all pertinent medical information and care needs for patients are identified, documented, and communicated to the provider. The Clinical Patient Access Specialist is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, family members and other callers.Job Description:
Job Title: Clinical Patient Access Specialist- Call Center (MA, LPN EMT Required)
BENEFITS:
- Work from Home Opportunity after training (Equipment Provided)
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 403b with Match
- Opportunity for Growth
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Understand and uphold SEP’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Comply with scheduling of patients and release of medical information processes to stay compliant with OSHA/CLIA/HIPAA.
- Accurate documentation in the EMR.
- Provide instructions and results to patients under directions of the providers.
- Communicates as needed with offices about any patient concerns/issues related to results.
- Schedules appointments for patients based on the criteria outlined in the office scheduling preference cards and/or decision trees
- Maintains an effective working relationship with team members, members of medical practice and leadership.
- Verifies and updates all patient demographic and insurance information.
- Provide information and communicate effectively to resolve issues with patients, providers, other associates, management and insurance companies.
- Advises patients of outstanding balances.
- Ensures accurate and timely distribution of patient requests.
- Advises patients of outstanding balances.
- Ensures accurate and timely distribution of patient requests
- Works with central billing office and physicians/clinicians as needed in a timely manner on all requests.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
EDUCATION:
Minimum: Active certification or license of LPN, CMA, RMA, EMT.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Minimum: One year of experience in area of certification in a clinical setting.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
An approved credential such as LPN, CMA, RMA, EMT.
FLSA Status:
Non-ExemptRight Career. Right Here. If you have a passion for taking care of the community and are interested in Healthcare, you will take pride in the level of care we provide at St. Elizabeth. We take care of patients and each other.
St. Elizabeth Physicians is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age or any other characteristic that is protected by state or federal law.
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What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical specialist jobs across Kentucky.
- Active Kentucky healthcare or professional license recognized by the Kentucky Board of Licensure
- Bachelor's degree in a clinical, life science, or nursing discipline
- Minimum two years of direct clinical or patient-care experience in a specialty area
- Relevant clinical certification such as CDE, RN, RT, or device-specific credentialing
- Willingness to travel within Kentucky and surrounding regions for on-site support
- Proficiency with clinical documentation systems and electronic health record platforms
Clinical Specialist Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical specialist in Kentucky?
Most clinical specialist roles in Kentucky require a bachelor's degree in nursing, a health science, or a related clinical field, plus a current Kentucky professional license where the role involves direct patient interaction. The Kentucky Board of Nursing governs RN licensure if the position is nursing-based, while device or pharmaceutical specialist roles typically require a science degree and a relevant clinical certification such as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist credential. Employers in Louisville and Lexington generally expect at least two years of direct clinical experience before hiring at the specialist level.
Which companies hire clinical specialists in Kentucky?
Employers hiring clinical specialists in Kentucky right now include Abbott, Quipt Home Medical, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kentucky's concentration of regional hospital systems and medical device distributors means hiring is consistent throughout the year, particularly in Louisville and the Lexington market.
Which Kentucky cities have the most clinical specialist jobs?
Lexington, Hazard, and Erlanger account for the largest share of clinical specialist openings in Kentucky. Louisville drives the highest volume thanks to Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and the University of Louisville Health system, while Lexington's openings are anchored by UK HealthCare and Saint Joseph Health, and northern Kentucky benefits from its proximity to the greater Cincinnati health and medtech market.
Are there remote clinical specialist jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical specialist work is largely hands-on, involving on-site equipment support, patient education, or procedure coverage that requires physical presence. About 100% of clinical specialist openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with most of those concentrated in roles focused on clinical training, data analysis, or telephone-based patient support rather than direct device or bedside care.
How can I get hired as a clinical specialist in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a clinical coordinator or patient educator role at a Kentucky hospital, then moving laterally into a specialist position once you have documented specialty exposure. Norton Healthcare and UK HealthCare run structured new-graduate and residency programs in Louisville and Lexington that build the clinical foundation employers expect. Candidates with a relevant certification, such as a diabetes education or respiratory credential, gain a measurable edge even without years of specialist-specific experience on their record.
Where can I find and apply to clinical specialist jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to clinical specialist jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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