Oncology Sales Specialist Jobs in New York
Oncology Sales Specialist jobs in New York represent one of the most active pharmaceutical sales markets in the country, with demand concentrated in oncology biologics, immunotherapy, and specialty therapeutic areas at levels from entry-level territory representatives through senior account executives. The largest hiring metros are New York City, White Plains, and Newark-adjacent northern New Jersey corridors, where anchor employers like Bristol Myers Squibb, Pfizer, and Regeneron maintain substantial commercial operations. The most consistent openings focus on solid tumor portfolios, hematology, and rare disease accounts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Oncology Referral Specialist
Department: Oncology
Location: 50 Leroy Street, Potsdam, NY 13676
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Schedule: Day Shift 8-4pm (Monday-Friday)
SUMMARY
The Oncology Referral Specialist will act as an initial contact for patients, family, community members, and referral sources for cancer center patients or patients at a high risk for cancer. Coordinate with administration systems, processes and procedures in the health system to ensure appropriate evaluation, care and referrals. The referral specialist will focus on patient centered referral process at the cancer center by following all active referrals and ensuring patients are seen in a timely fashion. The specialist will be responsible to process, track and obtain authorization for all incoming and outgoing referrals.
Responsibilities:
- Provide telephone and in person screening and initial contact with referral sources and potential patients.
- Coordinates the intake and referral process, determines priority needs for assessment
- Provides coordination of testing to be performed with physician, patient, facility and payer. This includes reviewing medical documents for clarity, ensuring all necessary clinical steps have been taken; works with necessary parties to obtain third-party approval
- Obtains all procedure and diagnosis codes to properly authorize/pre-certify ordered testing.
- Refers self-pay and out-of-network patients to the appropriate resource to help with payment.
- Complete pre-certification/authorization with the patient’s insurance company providing any necessary documentation.
- Document authorization/pre-certification once received along with contact information of the person spoken with.
- Contacts the patients and notifies them of the scheduled procedure and all necessary instructions.
- Actively monitor the attendance of and follow-up of referred appointments
- Monitor statistics and volume of patients testing and physician appointments
- Other duties as assigned
Desired Attributes:
- Associate's Degree in a related field
- HS diploma or equivalent
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to Undertake a variety of diverse tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to think and work independently and with direction, and communicate with staff members in a fast- paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required - 3 years of experience in a health care setting.
Required Licensure/Certification:
NA
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$21.00 - $26.25CITY:
POSTAL CODE:
The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Job Title: Oncology Referral Specialist
Department: Oncology
Location: 50 Leroy Street, Potsdam, NY 13676
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Schedule: Day Shift 8-4pm (Monday-Friday)
SUMMARY
The Oncology Referral Specialist will act as an initial contact for patients, family, community members, and referral sources for cancer center patients or patients at a high risk for cancer. Coordinate with administration systems, processes and procedures in the health system to ensure appropriate evaluation, care and referrals. The referral specialist will focus on patient centered referral process at the cancer center by following all active referrals and ensuring patients are seen in a timely fashion. The specialist will be responsible to process, track and obtain authorization for all incoming and outgoing referrals.
Responsibilities:
- Provide telephone and in person screening and initial contact with referral sources and potential patients.
- Coordinates the intake and referral process, determines priority needs for assessment
- Provides coordination of testing to be performed with physician, patient, facility and payer. This includes reviewing medical documents for clarity, ensuring all necessary clinical steps have been taken; works with necessary parties to obtain third-party approval
- Obtains all procedure and diagnosis codes to properly authorize/pre-certify ordered testing.
- Refers self-pay and out-of-network patients to the appropriate resource to help with payment.
- Complete pre-certification/authorization with the patient’s insurance company providing any necessary documentation.
- Document authorization/pre-certification once received along with contact information of the person spoken with.
- Contacts the patients and notifies them of the scheduled procedure and all necessary instructions.
- Actively monitor the attendance of and follow-up of referred appointments
- Monitor statistics and volume of patients testing and physician appointments
- Other duties as assigned
Desired Attributes:
- Associate's Degree in a related field
- HS diploma or equivalent
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to Undertake a variety of diverse tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to think and work independently and with direction, and communicate with staff members in a fast- paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required - 3 years of experience in a health care setting.
Required Licensure/Certification:
NA
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$21.00 - $26.25CITY:
POSTAL CODE:
The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Oncology Sales Specialist Job Market in New York
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Who's Hiring
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in oncology sales specialist jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, or a related field required by most New York employers
- Demonstrated pharmaceutical or biotech sales experience within oncology or specialty therapeutics preferred
- Ability to call on oncologists, hematologists, and cancer center staff across New York territories
- Familiarity with Oncology Care Model accounts and major New York cancer center networks
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel within an assigned New York territory consistently
- Proficiency with CRM systems and reporting tools used by major New York commercial teams
Oncology Sales Specialist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a oncology sales specialist in New York?
New York does not require a state-issued license to work as an oncology sales specialist, so the path centers on education and experience. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in a life science or business field, followed by at least one to two years in pharmaceutical or biotech sales. Breaking into oncology specifically often means starting in a primary care or specialty sales role with a New York-based manufacturer or distributor, then building relationships with oncology accounts before moving into a dedicated oncology territory.
Which companies hire oncology sales specialists in New York?
Employers hiring oncology sales specialists in New York right now include Amgen, Eisai, and Natera, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's concentration of major cancer centers and academic medical systems drives consistent demand from both large pharmaceutical manufacturers and smaller specialty biotech companies with commercial operations in the region.
Which New York cities have the most oncology sales specialist jobs?
New York, Buffalo, and White Plains account for the most oncology sales specialist openings in New York. New York City dominates because it is home to Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell Medicine, and numerous large hospital networks that anchor pharmaceutical territory assignments, while White Plains and Long Island attract openings tied to suburban cancer center networks and the regional headquarters of several major biotech and specialty pharma companies.
Are there remote oncology sales specialist jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Oncology sales is fundamentally a field-based role requiring in-person visits to oncologists, infusion centers, and hospital accounts, which limits fully remote arrangements. About 80% of oncology sales specialist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve medical affairs, field reimbursement, or account management functions rather than traditional territory sales.
How can I get hired as a oncology sales specialist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a general pharmaceutical sales role with a New York-based company and using that territory experience to move into oncology. Large employers with New York commercial teams often recruit associate sales representatives or specialty sales trainees from backgrounds in clinical roles, laboratory science, or device sales. Building familiarity with New York cancer center accounts and earning a Pharmaceutical Sales Certification can strengthen a candidacy when applying for junior oncology territory openings.
Where can I find and apply to oncology sales specialist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to oncology sales specialist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and preferred territory, and apply directly to each position without creating a profile or signing up.
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