H-1B Visa Clinical Manager Jobs
Clinical Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field. Many hospital systems, outpatient networks, and long-term care operators sponsor H-1B petitions for this role, covering both cap-subject and cap-exempt filings depending on the employer type.
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Get Access To All JobsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review service requests that are typically routine, including admissions, discharges, and continued stays, using established clinical criteria, state and federal policy, and contract requirements; escalate complex or non-standard cases that fall outside defined protocols.
- Issue approvals, denials, or recommendations based on contract requirements and standardized decision frameworks.
- Identify the need for additional clinical documentation or consultation and seek guidance from senior staff as appropriate.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation of review activities within contract systems in accordance with established procedures.
- Communicate with providers, individuals and their designees, or state workers as required.
- May write high-quality, fully substantiated clinical determination reports by synthesizing assessment findings, interview data, and supporting documentation, including completing the summary of findings.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or GED required and 2+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, closely related field OR must have an active, unrestricted RN license.
- Minimum of two (2) years post-graduate work experience in the mental health field.
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience conducting mental health assessments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrates strong proficiency in written communication, producing concise and impactful documentation.
- IM+CANS certification or willingness to obtain IM+CANS certification.
- Strong computer skills.
- Knowledgeable about PASRR.
HOME OFFICE REQUIREMENTS:
- Maximus provides company-issued computer equipment.
- Reliable high-speed internet service.
- Minimum 20 Mbps download speeds/50 Mbps for shared internet connectivity.
- Minimum 5 Mbps upload speeds.
- Private and secure workspace.
EEO STATEMENT
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
PAY TRANSPARENCY
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
MINIMUM SALARY
$25.07
MAXIMUM SALARY
$30.67
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review service requests that are typically routine, including admissions, discharges, and continued stays, using established clinical criteria, state and federal policy, and contract requirements; escalate complex or non-standard cases that fall outside defined protocols.
- Issue approvals, denials, or recommendations based on contract requirements and standardized decision frameworks.
- Identify the need for additional clinical documentation or consultation and seek guidance from senior staff as appropriate.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation of review activities within contract systems in accordance with established procedures.
- Communicate with providers, individuals and their designees, or state workers as required.
- May write high-quality, fully substantiated clinical determination reports by synthesizing assessment findings, interview data, and supporting documentation, including completing the summary of findings.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or GED required and 2+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, closely related field OR must have an active, unrestricted RN license.
- Minimum of two (2) years post-graduate work experience in the mental health field.
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience conducting mental health assessments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrates strong proficiency in written communication, producing concise and impactful documentation.
- IM+CANS certification or willingness to obtain IM+CANS certification.
- Strong computer skills.
- Knowledgeable about PASRR.
HOME OFFICE REQUIREMENTS:
- Maximus provides company-issued computer equipment.
- Reliable high-speed internet service.
- Minimum 20 Mbps download speeds/50 Mbps for shared internet connectivity.
- Minimum 5 Mbps upload speeds.
- Private and secure workspace.
EEO STATEMENT
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
PAY TRANSPARENCY
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
MINIMUM SALARY
$25.07
MAXIMUM SALARY
$30.67
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Manager
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates Clinical Manager petitions against the specialty occupation definition. A clinical or administrative degree tied directly to the role strengthens your case. If your degree is in a adjacent field, gather employer letters explaining why the specific degree is standard for the position.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Hospitals affiliated with universities and nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the lottery. Clinical Manager openings at academic medical centers give you a faster path to status than standard cap-subject filings.
Search LCA filing history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Manager openings by employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings for this occupation code. That filing history confirms the employer has sponsored this exact role before, not just adjacent titles.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Look up the Clinical Manager SOC code in the OFLC Wage Search for the metro area where the role is based. Your offered salary must meet at least the Level I prevailing wage. Knowing the tiers before your offer conversation prevents surprises after the LCA is filed.
Ask about the H-1B filing timeline during interviews
Cap-subject petitions must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start. If you're interviewing in late winter, confirm your prospective employer can complete the LCA certification and I-129 preparation within that window. Delays in credentialing verification are the most common bottleneck for clinical roles.
Prepare a credentials package before the offer stage
Foreign nursing or healthcare management credentials often require evaluation before USCIS will accept them as equivalent to a U.S. degree. Have a NACES-member credential evaluation completed and your transcripts translated before your employer begins the I-129 petition to avoid delaying your start date.
H-1B Visa Clinical Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as nursing, healthcare administration, or health services management. The employer must document in the LCA and I-129 that the role normally requires a degree in a directly related discipline, not that any bachelor's degree will suffice. Roles where a general management degree substitutes freely are more vulnerable to USCIS requests for evidence.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Manager jobs?
Hospital systems, multi-site outpatient groups, long-term care networks, and managed care organizations are the most active sponsors. Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities can file as cap-exempt employers, bypassing the annual lottery. For-profit health systems file as cap-subject employers and must compete in the April registration. Use Migrate Mate to browse Clinical Manager openings filtered by employers with confirmed H-1B filing history.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline as a Clinical Manager candidate?
Cap-subject petitions are registered in March, with selections announced shortly after. If selected, your employer files the full I-129 by April 1, and employment begins no earlier than October 1. This means a January job offer at a for-profit employer may not translate to an authorized start date for nine months. Cap-exempt employers at qualifying nonprofits or universities can file and begin employment on approval, with no October 1 restriction.
Can a Clinical Manager change employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, not when it's approved, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer must file a transfer petition with a new LCA certified for the new worksite location and wage. Confirm the new position still meets specialty occupation criteria under the new employer's job description.
What documentation should I expect my employer to request for the H-1B filing?
Your employer's attorney will typically need your educational transcripts, credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., a copy of any professional licenses relevant to your state, and a detailed description of your Clinical Manager duties. If your foreign credentials haven't been evaluated, a NACES-member evaluation is usually required. Starting this paperwork before the offer is finalized prevents delays at the LCA and I-129 preparation stages.