H-1B Visa Clinical Documentation Specialist Jobs
Clinical Documentation Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in health information management, nursing, or a related clinical field. Large hospital systems and health networks regularly file LCAs for these positions, making them a reliable target for H-1B holders navigating the sponsorship job market.
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Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Category Patient Financial Services
Date posted 08/03/2026
Job Description
The Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) II is a more experienced CDS, spending at least 75% of their time on independent reviews without supervision, creating queries, and facilitating their follow-up. Level 2 specialists create trend reports to provide insights into documentation practices and engage directly with physicians to manage queries. They spend 25% of their time mentoring the CDS I and providing feedback to leadership.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma/GED - minimum
- Assoc. Degree/College Diploma Clinical Degree – Nursing, Health Information or Foreign Trained Medical graduate - preferred
Experience
- 2 years Performing CDI reviews within an acute care facility or bedside experience - minimum
- 3 years Utilization review, coding or case management experience - preferred
Licenses and Certification
- RN State License - Upon Hire minimum
- Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS)
- Registered Health Info Admin - (RHIA)
- Clinical Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP)
Req ID 19392
Working Title Clinical Documentation Specialist II - 8 Hour Days
Department CSRC CDI Services
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category Patient Financial Services
Job Specialty Revenue Integrity
Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $52.55 - $84.08
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Our compensation philosophy
We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base pay range shown generally applies to the greater Los Angeles area and may vary based on work location. Our range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including knowledge/skills: relevant experience and training, education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. The base pay range does not include any incentive payments that may be applicable to a role. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision (PDF).
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
Job ID 19392
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Category Patient Financial Services
Date posted 08/03/2026
Job Description
The Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) II is a more experienced CDS, spending at least 75% of their time on independent reviews without supervision, creating queries, and facilitating their follow-up. Level 2 specialists create trend reports to provide insights into documentation practices and engage directly with physicians to manage queries. They spend 25% of their time mentoring the CDS I and providing feedback to leadership.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma/GED - minimum
- Assoc. Degree/College Diploma Clinical Degree – Nursing, Health Information or Foreign Trained Medical graduate - preferred
Experience
- 2 years Performing CDI reviews within an acute care facility or bedside experience - minimum
- 3 years Utilization review, coding or case management experience - preferred
Licenses and Certification
- RN State License - Upon Hire minimum
- Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS)
- Registered Health Info Admin - (RHIA)
- Clinical Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP)
Req ID 19392
Working Title Clinical Documentation Specialist II - 8 Hour Days
Department CSRC CDI Services
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category Patient Financial Services
Job Specialty Revenue Integrity
Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $52.55 - $84.08
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Our compensation philosophy
We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base pay range shown generally applies to the greater Los Angeles area and may vary based on work location. Our range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including knowledge/skills: relevant experience and training, education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. The base pay range does not include any incentive payments that may be applicable to a role. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision (PDF).
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Documentation Specialist
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the role. A background in health information management, nursing, or clinical informatics strengthens the specialty occupation argument. Degrees in unrelated fields can trigger RFEs even when your work experience is strong.
Target health systems with established HIM departments
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers file LCAs for Clinical Documentation Specialists far more consistently than small practices. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm whether a prospective employer has active or prior LCA filings for this specific job title.
Search verified H-1B sponsor employers on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history for clinical documentation roles. Migrate Mate surfaces that DOL data directly, so you're not guessing which health systems will actually sponsor before you apply.
Confirm your role falls under SOC code 29-2071
Clinical Documentation Specialists typically map to SOC code 29-2071 (Medical Records Specialists) in DOL filings. Check the O*NET profile to verify how your specific duties align, since a mismatched SOC code on the LCA can complicate the petition.
Ask about LCA filing timelines before accepting an offer
DOL certifies LCAs within seven business days, but employers unfamiliar with H-1B sponsorship sometimes underestimate I-129 preparation time. Confirm your employer has immigration counsel engaged and understands that USCIS must receive the petition before your current status expires.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically between roles
If you're transitioning employers, your 60-day grace period starts the day your previous position ends. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window, but the clock runs regardless of where paperwork stands, so initiate the process immediately after resignation.
H-1B Visa Clinical Documentation Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Documentation Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as health information management, nursing, or clinical informatics. Employers must document this degree requirement in the LCA and I-129 petition. Roles where any bachelor's degree is acceptable regardless of field are harder to defend as specialty occupations, so the job description wording matters.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Documentation Specialists?
Academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and national health networks are the most consistent sponsors because they maintain dedicated HR and immigration compliance infrastructure. Smaller community hospitals and outpatient clinics sponsor less frequently. You can identify employers with active LCA filing history for this role by searching Migrate Mate, which filters listings by verified DOL sponsorship data.
What does the employer file with DOL before my H-1B petition can be submitted?
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for a Clinical Documentation Specialist in your work location and that hiring you won't adversely affect similarly employed U.S. workers. DOL certifies LCAs within approximately seven business days. The certified LCA must be attached to the I-129 petition filed with USCIS.
How does cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship work for Clinical Documentation Specialists at hospitals?
Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with a university or a nonprofit research organization may qualify as cap-exempt employers, meaning they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery at any time of year. If you've been selected in a previous lottery, you can also transfer your existing H-1B to a new employer, cap-exempt or otherwise, without re-entering the lottery.
Can my H-1B petition be filed if my employer has never sponsored a visa before?
Yes. First-time sponsors must obtain a Federal Employer Identification Number and may need to register with E-Verify depending on state law and contract type. The LCA and I-129 processes are the same regardless of sponsorship history. Working with an immigration attorney experienced in healthcare roles reduces the risk of procedural errors that could delay or jeopardize your petition.