E-3 Visa Coding Specialist Jobs
Coding Specialist roles in healthcare and insurance qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a degree in health information management, computer science, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in a lottery, making U.S. employer outreach more straightforward than for most other work visas.
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Get Access To All JobsDepartment: Revenue Cycle & HIM
Location: New York, NY
Salary: 35.59 - 55.18 USD Hourly
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Coding Specialist III, Diagnostic Radiology
At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Coding Specialists ensure accurate, high-quality coding that supports patient care, operational efficiency, and financial integrity. In this role, you’ll work within Epic work queues and Code Assist AI tools to deliver precise radiology coding that powers MSK’s mission of ending cancer for life.
Role Overview
- Review and code radiology encounters using ICD-10, CPT-4, and MSK’s Epic workflows.
- Work daily in Epic work queues, including edit queues and follow-up queues, ensuring timely resolution.
- Use Code Assist AI tools to enhance accuracy, speed, and consistency of coding.
- Extract clinical information from reports, imaging documentation, and medical records with required specificity.
- Identify discrepancies, correct coding errors, and support clean claim submission.
- Meet established productivity targets (e.g., ~150 cases/day depending on case mix) and quality standards.
- Collaborate with QA, physicians, and management to resolve issues and optimize coding processes.
- Prepare and update productivity reports and case logs as required.
- Participate in audits, special projects, and ongoing training to maintain coding knowledge and compliance.
Key Qualifications
- CPC, CCS, CCSP or other applicable coding certification required.
- Experience in medical coding with strong knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT-4.
- Radiology coding experience.
- Experience working in a hospital or a healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with Epic coding workflows, work queues, or similar EMR systems.
- Ability to learn radiology-specific coding; prior radiology experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of payer rules, documentation standards, and coding compliance.
Core Skills
- High attention to detail with strong commitment to coding accuracy and quality.
- Ability to work efficiently in high-volume environments with defined productivity expectations.
- Strong analytical thinking for identifying errors, reviewing edits, and resolving coding discrepancies.
- Effective communicator who collaborates well with clinical, billing, and QA partners.
Additional Information
- Location: 99% remote with flexibility to come on site 1-2x a year in NYC.
- Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday.
- Reporting to Manager II, Health Information Management.
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Compensation Philosophy
Benefits
Pay Range: $35.59 - $55.18
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
- 01
Step 1: Complete an Online Application - 02
Step 2: Interview Process - 03
Step 3: Provide References - 04
Step 4: Extension of Job Offer - 05
Step 5: Onboarding - 06
Step 6: New Employee Orientation
Department: Revenue Cycle & HIM
Location: New York, NY
Salary: 35.59 - 55.18 USD Hourly
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Coding Specialist III, Diagnostic Radiology
At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Coding Specialists ensure accurate, high-quality coding that supports patient care, operational efficiency, and financial integrity. In this role, you’ll work within Epic work queues and Code Assist AI tools to deliver precise radiology coding that powers MSK’s mission of ending cancer for life.
Role Overview
- Review and code radiology encounters using ICD-10, CPT-4, and MSK’s Epic workflows.
- Work daily in Epic work queues, including edit queues and follow-up queues, ensuring timely resolution.
- Use Code Assist AI tools to enhance accuracy, speed, and consistency of coding.
- Extract clinical information from reports, imaging documentation, and medical records with required specificity.
- Identify discrepancies, correct coding errors, and support clean claim submission.
- Meet established productivity targets (e.g., ~150 cases/day depending on case mix) and quality standards.
- Collaborate with QA, physicians, and management to resolve issues and optimize coding processes.
- Prepare and update productivity reports and case logs as required.
- Participate in audits, special projects, and ongoing training to maintain coding knowledge and compliance.
Key Qualifications
- CPC, CCS, CCSP or other applicable coding certification required.
- Experience in medical coding with strong knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT-4.
- Radiology coding experience.
- Experience working in a hospital or a healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with Epic coding workflows, work queues, or similar EMR systems.
- Ability to learn radiology-specific coding; prior radiology experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of payer rules, documentation standards, and coding compliance.
Core Skills
- High attention to detail with strong commitment to coding accuracy and quality.
- Ability to work efficiently in high-volume environments with defined productivity expectations.
- Strong analytical thinking for identifying errors, reviewing edits, and resolving coding discrepancies.
- Effective communicator who collaborates well with clinical, billing, and QA partners.
Additional Information
- Location: 99% remote with flexibility to come on site 1-2x a year in NYC.
- Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday.
- Reporting to Manager II, Health Information Management.
Helpful Links:
Compensation Philosophy
Benefits
Pay Range: $35.59 - $55.18
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
- 01
Step 1: Complete an Online Application - 02
Step 2: Interview Process - 03
Step 3: Provide References - 04
Step 4: Extension of Job Offer - 05
Step 5: Onboarding - 06
Step 6: New Employee Orientation
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Coding Specialist
Verify your credential maps to the role
Your Australian degree title needs to align with the specific coding specialty you're applying for. A health information management or biomedical science degree supports medical coding roles; a generic IT degree may not satisfy a specialty occupation assessment without additional documentation.
Target employers with existing compliance infrastructure
Healthcare systems, hospital networks, and large medical billing firms already process LCA filings regularly. Focusing your search on these organizations shortens the sponsorship conversation because HR and legal teams know the E-3 requirements and don't need educating from scratch.
Search for E-3 sponsorship through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters U.S. Coding Specialist roles by E-3 visa sponsorship willingness, so you're not cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with Australian visa requirements. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once an offer is confirmed.
Clarify remote versus onsite work before filing
The LCA your employer files with DOL must list the worksite address. If your role is fully remote or involves multiple locations, the employer needs to file a separate LCA for each worksite state, which affects preparation time and should be confirmed before your offer letter is finalized.
Address the specialty occupation question directly in interviews
Coding Specialist positions occasionally draw USCIS scrutiny over whether a degree is genuinely required. Prepare to explain how your specific role requires theoretical coding and classification knowledge that a non-degree hire couldn't perform, referencing your employer's job description and your own qualifications.
Time your consulate appointment around LCA certification
DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days, but your consulate interview can't be scheduled until certification is complete. Build this window into your start date negotiation with your employer so your timeline to Australia's U.S. consulates stays realistic.
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Find Coding Specialist JobsCoding Specialist E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Coding Specialist jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Coding Specialist roles where U.S. employers are already open to E-3 sponsorship. Most standard job boards don't filter by visa type, which means you'll spend significant time reaching out to employers who aren't set up to sponsor. Migrate Mate surfaces relevant roles specifically for Australian professionals and connects you with employers familiar with the E-3 process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Coding Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined. Medical coding and clinical coding roles that require a degree in health information management, biomedical science, or a related field typically qualify. Roles where the employer would accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to support. The job description and your employer's internal requirements both factor into the USCIS assessment, so the framing of the offer letter matters.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for a Coding Specialist in the U.S.?
The E-3 has a dedicated 10,500-slot annual allocation exclusively for Australian nationals, and that cap has never been fully used, so there's no lottery and no random selection. H-1B requires entering an annual lottery with a historically low selection rate. For a Coding Specialist who holds Australian citizenship, the E-3 is a substantially more predictable path: you apply when you have an offer, not six months in advance with uncertain results.
Can I transfer my E-3 status if I change employers after arriving in the U.S.?
Yes, but you need to restart the process with the new employer. Your new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to either apply for a new E-3 visa at a U.S. consulate or, in some cases, request a change of status through USCIS. You can't simply transfer the existing approval. Starting the new employer's paperwork before your current role ends helps avoid a gap in authorized work status.
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