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 JobsLocation: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America
Category: Finance, Business & Human Resources
Job Id: R0084336
Job Type: Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Supervisor of Enterprise Coding and Provider Education is responsible for the day-to-day operational oversight of coding and provider education functions, ensuring alignment between coding accuracy, provider documentation, and organizational revenue integrity goals.
This role supervises educator staff, drives education initiatives, and partners with coding, CDI, compliance, and clinical leadership to improve both documentation quality and coding outcomes. The Supervisor serves as both a leader and subject matter expert, translating regulatory requirements and coding guidelines into effective education strategies for both coding professionals and providers. Represents people leaders (hire/fire authority) with majority of time spent overseeing their area of responsibility. Achieve goals through direct and/or indirect reports.
Supervises support level employees. Sets goals and objectives for other employees within the Job Area. Develops solutions to a variety of routine problems, and escalates more complex issues to higher-level managers. Ensures policies, practices, and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience: 7+ years of previous coding experience required.
Licensure: See Job Requisition for Certification and or Licensure requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The pay range for this role is $70,595.20 - $122,924.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America
Category: Finance, Business & Human Resources
Job Id: R0084336
Job Type: Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Supervisor of Enterprise Coding and Provider Education is responsible for the day-to-day operational oversight of coding and provider education functions, ensuring alignment between coding accuracy, provider documentation, and organizational revenue integrity goals.
This role supervises educator staff, drives education initiatives, and partners with coding, CDI, compliance, and clinical leadership to improve both documentation quality and coding outcomes. The Supervisor serves as both a leader and subject matter expert, translating regulatory requirements and coding guidelines into effective education strategies for both coding professionals and providers. Represents people leaders (hire/fire authority) with majority of time spent overseeing their area of responsibility. Achieve goals through direct and/or indirect reports.
Supervises support level employees. Sets goals and objectives for other employees within the Job Area. Develops solutions to a variety of routine problems, and escalates more complex issues to higher-level managers. Ensures policies, practices, and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience: 7+ years of previous coding experience required.
Licensure: See Job Requisition for Certification and or Licensure requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The pay range for this role is $70,595.20 - $122,924.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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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 visa 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.
E-3 Visa Coding Specialist: 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 visa 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.