Clinical Specialist Jobs in Ohio

Clinical Specialist jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in medical device sales and support, pharmaceutical companies, and hospital-based clinical education programs, with openings from entry-level field roles through senior clinical training and product management positions. The heaviest hiring runs through Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where employers like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and Medtronic have established and ongoing clinical specialist needs. The most in-demand specialties include cardiovascular, orthopedic, and neurology device support, along with diagnostic imaging and infusion therapy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles79
Top employerUniversity Hospitals
Top cityCleveland, OH
Cities hiring21
Work type45% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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Sr. Principal Clinical Specialist, Cleveland
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Sr. Principal Clinical Specialist, Cleveland
Medtronic
Cleveland, Ohio
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Clinical Research Data Specialist
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Clinical Research Data Specialist
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Operations Specialist - Clinical Engineering
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Operations Specialist - Clinical Engineering
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
$55k.4 - $69k.8/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Clinical Sales Specialist (Cleveland, OH)
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Clinical Sales Specialist (Cleveland, OH)
Cordis
Cleveland, Ohio
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Grants & Contract Specialist I, Center for Clinical Research (Hybrid)
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Grants & Contract Specialist I, Center for Clinical Research (Hybrid)
University Hospitals
Cleveland, Ohio
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Research & Academia
$46k - $72k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business
10,000+

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Clinical Specialist Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Toledo
4 jobs
Dayton
3 jobs
Shaker Heights
3 jobs
Blue Ash
2 jobs
Chillicothe
2 jobs
Akron
1 job

Clinical Specialist Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

  • University Hospitals15
  • UC Health6
  • Abbott4
  • Cleveland Clinic4
  • The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical specialist jobs across Ohio.

  • Active Ohio clinical or allied health license relevant to the product or patient population
  • Bachelor's degree in a clinical, life science, or health-related field required
  • Two or more years of direct clinical experience in a hospital or patient care setting
  • Proficiency with clinical product demonstrations, in-service training, and case support
  • Ability to travel within an assigned Ohio territory or regional account base
  • Familiarity with electronic health record systems and clinical documentation workflows

Clinical Specialist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical specialist in Ohio?

The path depends on the specialty area, but most clinical specialist roles in Ohio require a clinical background first. Candidates typically hold a relevant Ohio-issued license, such as a registered nurse license through the Ohio Board of Nursing or a respiratory care license through the State Medical Board of Ohio, combined with direct patient care experience. From there, employers expect hands-on familiarity with the products or procedures the specialist will support.

Which companies hire clinical specialists in Ohio?

Employers hiring clinical specialists in Ohio right now include University Hospitals, UC Health, and Abbott, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's concentration of large health systems and medical device distributors means clinical specialist hiring tends to be consistent year-round rather than seasonal.

Which Ohio cities have the most clinical specialist jobs?

Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Columbus account for the most clinical specialist openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because it anchors the OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital networks alongside a dense medical device and pharmaceutical corridor, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw volume from their major academic medical centers, regional health systems, and the corporate offices of several national device and diagnostics companies.

Are there remote clinical specialist jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they are rare. The role is fundamentally hands-on, covering product demonstrations, operating room support, and in-service training that requires physical presence with clinicians and patients. About 64% of clinical specialist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be clinical education, reimbursement support, or medical affairs positions rather than field-based device or pharma roles.

How can I get hired as a clinical specialist in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is building direct clinical experience first, then transitioning. New graduates with an Ohio nursing, respiratory, or imaging license should apply to residency programs at OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, or Cincinnati Children's, which feed into specialty units that clinical specialist roles draw from. Adjacent positions like clinical sales associate, clinical educator, or applications specialist at regional medical device distributors are common lateral entry points and frequently do not require prior specialist experience.

Where can I find and apply to clinical specialist jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to clinical specialist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across medical device, pharmaceutical, and health system employers. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly.

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