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Clinical Support Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Healthcare systems and medical device companies regularly sponsor these positions. Understanding how your clinical credentials map to PERM's prevailing-wage and minimum-requirements framework strengthens your sponsorship candidacy.
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Working Title Clinical Support Specialist
Role Title Education Support Spec III
Role Code 29144-FP
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 04
Position Number 280W1754
Agency Northern VA Community College
Division NV280-Provost Medical Educ Ctr
Work Location Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range $50 hr
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category 5-Paraprofessionals
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Hours and schedule will be based on the college needs.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Job Description:
The Clinical Support Specialist will oversee students in their clinical rotations in the hospital setting per the guidelines in place by the college in the adjunct faculty handbook, job description, and course description as well as the guidelines of the organization they are assigned to.
Duties and Tasks:
- Oversee students in their clinical rotations
- Provide support to student during clinical hours
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required KSAs
- Flexibility and ability to prioritize and work independently
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Critical thinking and clinical judgement skills
- Ability to use instructional technology
- Ability to teach a diverse student population
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Virginia.
- Evidence of nursing practice within the past five years (in a practice area which is like that in which the students will be learning).
Additional Considerations
- Prior experience teaching in higher education
- Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.
- Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number WGE_3527P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 14
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 10/26/2026
Job Close Date 04/26/2027
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
Contact Name
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program. We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Posting Summary
Working Title Clinical Support Specialist
Role Title Education Support Spec III
Role Code 29144-FP
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 04
Position Number 280W1754
Agency Northern VA Community College
Division NV280-Provost Medical Educ Ctr
Work Location Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range $50 hr
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category 5-Paraprofessionals
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Hours and schedule will be based on the college needs.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Job Description:
The Clinical Support Specialist will oversee students in their clinical rotations in the hospital setting per the guidelines in place by the college in the adjunct faculty handbook, job description, and course description as well as the guidelines of the organization they are assigned to.
Duties and Tasks:
- Oversee students in their clinical rotations
- Provide support to student during clinical hours
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required KSAs
- Flexibility and ability to prioritize and work independently
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Critical thinking and clinical judgement skills
- Ability to use instructional technology
- Ability to teach a diverse student population
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Virginia.
- Evidence of nursing practice within the past five years (in a practice area which is like that in which the students will be learning).
Additional Considerations
- Prior experience teaching in higher education
- Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.
- Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number WGE_3527P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 14
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 10/26/2026
Job Close Date 04/26/2027
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
Contact Name
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program. We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Clinical Support Specialist
Align your credentials to PERM job requirements
PERM locks in the minimum education and experience an employer will list for the role. Make sure your clinical training, certifications, and degree align with what the employer can legitimately require, before the labor certification is filed.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
Clinical Support Specialist positions typically fall under EB-3 skilled worker or EB-2 advanced-degree categories depending on the employer's requirements. Check the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the job zone and typical education level before targeting sponsoring employers.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Healthcare networks, hospital systems, and medical device manufacturers file PERM applications regularly. Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Support Specialist roles by green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to employers who have already navigated this process.
Request the prevailing wage determination early
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level before your offer is finalized, so salary negotiations and PERM filing align from the start.
Ask about concurrent I-485 filing eligibility at the offer stage
If your priority date is current when the I-140 is approved, you can file for adjustment of status immediately. Clarify with the employer whether their immigration counsel supports concurrent filing, which can cut months off your path to a green card.
Understand how your immigration status bridges the PERM timeline
PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year. Confirm that your current status, whether H-1B visa, OPT, or another category, remains valid through the process. USCIS allows portability under AC21 once your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending 180 days.
Green Card Clinical Support Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between H-1B sponsorship and green card sponsorship for a Clinical Support Specialist?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary, capped annually, and requires renewal every three years. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM is permanent and has no annual cap at the petition level, though visa number availability varies by country of birth. For Clinical Support Specialists from countries without significant backlogs, EB-3 sponsorship can lead to a green card faster than repeated H-1B cycles.
Which green card category typically applies to Clinical Support Specialist roles?
Most Clinical Support Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, requiring at least two years of training or experience. If the role requires a master's degree or equivalent, EB-2 may apply. The employer's minimum job requirements, documented in the PERM application, determine which category is appropriate. Your individual credentials must meet, but cannot exceed, those stated minimums.
How long does the PERM green card process take for clinical support roles?
The DOL PERM labor certification currently takes six months to over a year depending on whether the application is audited. After certification, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS, which can take several additional months under standard processing. If your priority date is current, adjustment of status adds another eight to fourteen months. Total timelines vary significantly by country of birth and filing dates.
How can I find Clinical Support Specialist jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most job listings don't advertise PERM sponsorship explicitly, which makes it hard to know which employers will actually commit to the process. Migrate Mate lets you search Clinical Support Specialist roles specifically filtered by employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can identify employers who have sponsored similar positions rather than guessing from the job description.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on OPT or an H-1B?
Yes. Employers can file a PERM labor certification for you regardless of your current immigration status. Starting while you're on OPT or H-1B is common and strategic, since PERM processing takes time and your priority date locks in when the application is filed. USCIS AC21 portability protections also apply once your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days.