Clinical Specialist Jobs in New York
Clinical Specialist jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, medical device and pharmaceutical companies, and specialty care networks, with openings at every level from entry-level associate specialists through senior and principal roles. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where large employers like NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and Philips Healthcare consistently staff clinical specialist teams. The most in-demand specialties right now are cardiovascular, oncology, and neuromodulation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job ID: 1161684_RR00118402
Facility: NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Shift: Day
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM. Required weekend and holiday rotation.
Department: Allied Health, NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn, Rehabilitation Services-L177473
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health’s anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Clinical Specialist (PT, OT, or SLP) – Brooklyn.
In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for coordination of patient care, training programs, development of procedures/protocols, for a specialty area of practice within the rehabilitation department.
Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates leadership in specialized clinical expertise, communication, and teamwork within specialty area of practice.
- Demonstrates sound judgment, initiative, and independent problem solving.
- Provides direct involvement with clinical training and in-service education. Recognizes when help is needed by others staff members and provides clinical guidance to enhance performance of junior staff.
- Assists in determining new programmatic needs to respond to changing patient care needs, changes in health care delivery system.
- Demonstrates proficiency in skills required to treat assigned patient population and provides direct patient care.
- Enhances case management responsibilities related to patients within the unit to improve throughput on units, by recognizing patient needs for discharge.
- Works in conjunction with staff and management on performance improvement and clinical research projects that will benefit the unit and/or the department.
- Assists in developing goals, standards, and evaluation criteria for performance improvement projects.
- Collects data and solicits feedback from staff providing recommendations for PI projects with regards to clinical practice to enhance clinical outcomes.
- Suggests ideas, methodology, and rationale for research projects and participates directly in the collection of data and monitoring of the project. Submits articles for publication or presentation at clinical conferences.
- Demonstrates direct involvement with clinical training of staff and interns.
- Prepares and presents educational information for patients, families, students, and house staff. Participates in lectures, seminars, and workshops by the Medical Center.
- Develops resource material which will enhance the quality and scope of the care rendered to the patient, i.e. pamphlets, video format, home programs in collaboration with the team.
- Coordinates patient care rendered to both in and out patients in area of specialized clinical expertise. Provides education and training to all staff in area of expertise.
- Assists in evaluations and development of treatment plans for patients. Assists in the coordination of patient care throughout the continuum.
- Instructs and provides feedback to staff regarding standards and procedures in report writing and documentation.
- Identifies new equipment that will enhance patient care and provides clinical justification for equipment evaluation.
- Assists with equipment and unit maintenance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- To qualify you must have a Degree and NYS License with valid, current registration in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
- Minimum of five years as a licensed therapist with progressive responsibilities and development in a specific clinical area.
- Good oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Required Licenses: Speech Pathologist Lic-NYS, Phys Thrpst License-NYS, Occup Thrpst License-NYS, ASHA Cert
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
- Teaching experience.
- Five years clinical experience with demonstrated leadership skills.
- Clinical Specialist Certification in area of expertise.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $82,886.36 – $126,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
About NYU Langone Health
Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care
NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone’s inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Our Hiring Process
Joining Our Team
Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine.
Step 1
Apply Online
The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed.
Step 2
Schedule Interviews
If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews.
Step 3
Receive Offer
If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date.
Step 4
Training & Orientation
You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Specialist Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University at Buffalo30

- NYU Langone Health14

- SUNY Upstate Medical University12

- Columbia University11

- OneOncology10

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services78
- Education74
- Science & Research21
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals19
- Medical Devices13
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical specialist jobs across New York.
- Active New York State professional license or recognized equivalent required for patient-facing roles
- Bachelor's degree in a clinical, life sciences, or health-related field required
- Minimum two years of direct clinical or patient-care experience in a relevant specialty
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical devices, diagnostics, or pharmaceutical products used in the specialty
- Strong ability to train clinical staff and conduct product in-services in hospital settings
- Willingness to travel within a designated New York territory or metropolitan region
Clinical Specialist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical specialist in New York?
The path depends on the specialty, but most clinical specialist roles in New York require a relevant clinical license, such as a Registered Nurse license issued by the New York State Education Department, or a credential like the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist or a board certification from a recognized clinical body. Employers typically expect a bachelor's degree plus hands-on patient care or clinical sales experience before promoting or hiring into a specialist role.
Which companies hire clinical specialists in New York?
Employers hiring clinical specialists in New York right now include University at Buffalo, NYU Langone Health, and SUNY Upstate Medical University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's density of academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, and global medtech and biopharma offices means clinical specialist demand is distributed across both direct patient care and industry-side roles.
Which New York cities have the most clinical specialist jobs?
New York, Buffalo, and Rochester have the most clinical specialist openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its concentration of academic medical centers, specialty hospitals, and corporate offices for medical device and pharmaceutical companies, while Buffalo and Albany reflect strong regional health system activity driven by employers like Kaleida Health and Albany Medical Center.
Are there remote clinical specialist jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical specialist work is largely hands-on, requiring on-site presence at hospitals, clinics, or surgical suites. About 9% of clinical specialist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to involve roles with a stronger focus on training, clinical education, or data review rather than direct device support or patient contact.
How can I get hired as a clinical specialist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a direct clinical role, such as a staff nurse, surgical technologist, or patient care technician, at a large New York health system like Northwell Health or NewYork-Presbyterian, which run formal new-graduate residency and transition-to-practice programs. From there, moving into a clinical specialist position is a lateral step that many systems encourage. Earning a specialty certification early, even as a candidate, gives a meaningful edge in competitive markets like New York City.
Where can I find and apply to clinical specialist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to clinical specialist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your specialty, location, and experience level and apply directly.
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