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Clinical Lead roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the healthcare management SOC codes, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in nursing, clinical administration, or a related field. Employers sponsoring H-1B workers for this title must file an LCA with the DOL certifying prevailing wage compliance before petitioning USCIS.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The Patient Safety Lead sets the strategy for the Patient Safety domain to drive 4+ Star performance and continuous improvement across key measures, including but not limited to Medication Adherence for Diabetes, Hypertension, and Cholesterol; Statin Use in Persons with Diabetes; Concurrent Use of Opioids and Benzodiazepines; Medication Therapy Management; and Polypharmacy: Use of Multiple Anticholinergic Medications in Older Adults. This role is accountable for defining the strategic direction, identifying performance opportunities, and shaping cross-functional priorities, in close partnership with the team responsible for execution.
Scope:
- Sets strategic direction to achieve a 4+ Star performance for the Part D clinical measures
- Drive significant improvement in all Part D clinical measures year over year
- Optimize the strategy to maximize impact with respect to budget for all clinical part D measures
- Foster provider and pharmacy relationships to improve clinical outcomes
- Drives a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of business strategy consulting experience
- 5+ years of deep expertise in Medicare Part D Stars measures and methodology
- 5+ years of leadership experience
- Strong background in performance analytics, dashboards, and executive reporting
- Ability to thrive in a highly dynamic, matrixed organization and drive execution through influence
- Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to lead complex, matrixed teams and deliver enterprise-level results
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with PBM, provider, retail pharmacy, and other clinical partners
- Experience partnering with IT, data, and analytics teams to implement enterprise solutions
Education
- Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Preferred: Advanced degree (e.g., Masters/Doctorate) or relevant certifications
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$100,000.00 - $231,540.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The Patient Safety Lead sets the strategy for the Patient Safety domain to drive 4+ Star performance and continuous improvement across key measures, including but not limited to Medication Adherence for Diabetes, Hypertension, and Cholesterol; Statin Use in Persons with Diabetes; Concurrent Use of Opioids and Benzodiazepines; Medication Therapy Management; and Polypharmacy: Use of Multiple Anticholinergic Medications in Older Adults. This role is accountable for defining the strategic direction, identifying performance opportunities, and shaping cross-functional priorities, in close partnership with the team responsible for execution.
Scope:
- Sets strategic direction to achieve a 4+ Star performance for the Part D clinical measures
- Drive significant improvement in all Part D clinical measures year over year
- Optimize the strategy to maximize impact with respect to budget for all clinical part D measures
- Foster provider and pharmacy relationships to improve clinical outcomes
- Drives a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of business strategy consulting experience
- 5+ years of deep expertise in Medicare Part D Stars measures and methodology
- 5+ years of leadership experience
- Strong background in performance analytics, dashboards, and executive reporting
- Ability to thrive in a highly dynamic, matrixed organization and drive execution through influence
- Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to lead complex, matrixed teams and deliver enterprise-level results
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with PBM, provider, retail pharmacy, and other clinical partners
- Experience partnering with IT, data, and analytics teams to implement enterprise solutions
Education
- Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Preferred: Advanced degree (e.g., Masters/Doctorate) or relevant certifications
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$100,000.00 - $231,540.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Lead
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires Clinical Lead roles to demonstrate a direct relationship between your degree field and the job duties. A nursing or healthcare administration degree strengthens your case; an unrelated bachelor's paired with clinical experience alone often triggers an RFE.
Search DOL LCA data for active clinical sponsors
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter certified LCA filings by job title and state. Employers with recent Clinical Lead filings have already cleared DOL scrutiny, which signals an established sponsorship process you can reference during outreach.
Target health systems with cap-exempt filing history
Hospitals affiliated with nonprofit research institutions or universities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. For Clinical Lead candidates, this means year-round petition eligibility rather than waiting for the April lottery window.
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B filing history
Filter Clinical Lead openings on Migrate Mate by employers with verified H-1B LCA filings. This removes the guesswork of asking HR about sponsorship policies and surfaces healthcare organizations with a documented track record of sponsoring this role type.
Negotiate petition timing into your offer letter
If you're subject to the cap, your start date must align with October 1. Ask your prospective employer to confirm they'll file by the April registration window and clarify whether they'll cover premium processing to protect that timeline.
Prepare a specialty occupation letter for your specific duties
Clinical Lead roles straddle clinical practice and management, which can blur the specialty occupation line for USCIS adjudicators. Request that your employer's petition include a detailed duties letter referencing your O*NET classification and the degree requirements for equivalent positions in their organization.
H-1B Visa Clinical Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as nursing, healthcare administration, or a clinical science. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to qualify. Your employer should document the degree requirement in the job description and the LCA filing to avoid an RFE from USCIS.
How do I find healthcare employers that actively sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Lead positions?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Lead openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Health systems, large hospital networks, and nonprofit academic medical centers tend to have established sponsorship processes. Employers who have filed LCAs for this title in recent fiscal years are your most reliable targets, since they've already navigated DOL certification for comparable roles.
Can a Clinical Lead position be filed outside the H-1B cap?
It can, if the employer qualifies as a cap-exempt organization. Hospitals that are affiliated with a nonprofit university or nonprofit research institution can petition USCIS outside the annual 85,000-slot cap. This allows filing at any point in the year rather than competing in the April lottery, which is a significant advantage for candidates already working in the U.S. on another status.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Clinical Lead role is restructured or reclassified?
A material change in job duties, title, or work location requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect, or in some cases concurrent with it. If your Clinical Lead role is reclassified to a non-specialty occupation category, your H-1B basis could be undermined. Request written confirmation from HR that any restructuring will be reviewed by immigration counsel before it's implemented.
How does prevailing wage apply to Clinical Lead H-1B petitions?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must obtain a certified LCA from the DOL confirming your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your specific job title and work location. The prevailing wage is determined by the relevant SOC code and geographic area. You can verify the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations, so you enter discussions with a clear floor for what the DOL requires.