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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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The Clinical Research Assistant / Research Support Specialist reviews clinic schedules to identify potential research participants, conducts outreach and study education, and assists with study visit activities including patient check-in, vital signs, medical history collection, chart review, and follow-up scheduling. Coordinates research visits, laboratory services, specimen collection, processing, storage, and shipment while ensuring compliance with study protocols, safety standards, infection control measures, and data quality requirements. Maintains study documentation, prepares research charts, organizes study supplies, manages biorepository specimens, and provides clinical support through order entry, medication refill processing, documentation, and coordination with multidisciplinary care teams across multiple clinic locations.
This position is time limited.
This position requires a level II Background check.
Responsibilities
Screening potential subjects
- Review clinic schedules to identify potential subjects (after IRB pre-screening approval).
- Outreach to potential participants.
- Conduct Informed Consent.
- Educate patients/parents on the study.
Subject enrollment and follow-up visits
- Assist study coordinators conducting study visits.
- Prepare study documents.
- Assist with collection and processing of specimens.
- Assist study coordinators to schedule study visits and follow-up appointments.
Chart abstraction and chart report
- Abstract medical information from Electronic Medical Records.
- Complete chart reports.
- Enter data as stipulated by the protocols.
- File study documents.
Other duties as needed and appropriate including:
- Provide clinical support to clinicians of our division as needed at the Ybor Youth Clinic, Children Medical Services, and Davis Clinic.
- Office assistance as needed to include answering phones and paperwork management.
- Entering orders, medication refills, creating encounters, documenting telephone notes, and uploading documents, picking up study drugs from pharmacy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in office or administrative support or in research support. College education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Senate Bill 1310 - The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
WORKING AT USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged, and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental, and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
ABOUT USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee, and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.
COMPLIANCE AND FEDERAL NOTICES
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
INTRODUCTION
The Clinical Research Assistant / Research Support Specialist reviews clinic schedules to identify potential research participants, conducts outreach and study education, and assists with study visit activities including patient check-in, vital signs, medical history collection, chart review, and follow-up scheduling. Coordinates research visits, laboratory services, specimen collection, processing, storage, and shipment while ensuring compliance with study protocols, safety standards, infection control measures, and data quality requirements. Maintains study documentation, prepares research charts, organizes study supplies, manages biorepository specimens, and provides clinical support through order entry, medication refill processing, documentation, and coordination with multidisciplinary care teams across multiple clinic locations.
This position is time limited.
This position requires a level II Background check.
Responsibilities
Screening potential subjects
- Review clinic schedules to identify potential subjects (after IRB pre-screening approval).
- Outreach to potential participants.
- Conduct Informed Consent.
- Educate patients/parents on the study.
Subject enrollment and follow-up visits
- Assist study coordinators conducting study visits.
- Prepare study documents.
- Assist with collection and processing of specimens.
- Assist study coordinators to schedule study visits and follow-up appointments.
Chart abstraction and chart report
- Abstract medical information from Electronic Medical Records.
- Complete chart reports.
- Enter data as stipulated by the protocols.
- File study documents.
Other duties as needed and appropriate including:
- Provide clinical support to clinicians of our division as needed at the Ybor Youth Clinic, Children Medical Services, and Davis Clinic.
- Office assistance as needed to include answering phones and paperwork management.
- Entering orders, medication refills, creating encounters, documenting telephone notes, and uploading documents, picking up study drugs from pharmacy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in office or administrative support or in research support. College education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Senate Bill 1310 - The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
WORKING AT USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged, and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental, and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
ABOUT USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee, and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.
COMPLIANCE AND FEDERAL NOTICES
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
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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.