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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Overview

Open roles134+
Top employerAbbott
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring43
Work type45% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Learning Delivery Specialist Clinical RN
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Learning Delivery Specialist Clinical RN
Healthfirst
New York, New York
Data Analytics
Data Science
Property Management
$83k - $120k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in social work
5,001-10,000

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Clinical Specialist, Joint Replacement - Buffalo, NY
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Clinical Specialist, Joint Replacement - Buffalo, NY
Stryker
Buffalo, New York
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$60k - $83k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Clinical Specialist, Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) - Northern Manhattan, NY
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Clinical Specialist, Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) - Northern Manhattan, NY
Medtronic
Manhattan, New York
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$76k - $114k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Clinical Engineering Cyber Specialist
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Clinical Engineering Cyber Specialist
Steadfast International Services, LLC
Far Rockaway, New York
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$82k - $99k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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Clinical Account Specialist HS - Brooklyn, NY
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Clinical Account Specialist HS - Brooklyn, NY
UCB
New York, New York
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$132k - $174k/yr
Managed care
5,001-10,000

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Clinical Specialist Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Buffalo
13 jobs
Rochester
8 jobs
Brooklyn
7 jobs
Syracuse
6 jobs
Manhattan
5 jobs
Bronx
4 jobs
Newburgh
4 jobs
Hauppauge
3 jobs

Clinical Specialist Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

Abbott8 open roles
Stryker5 open roles
Visionworks5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

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 Abbott, Stryker, and Visionworks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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 55% of clinical specialist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 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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