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Documentation Specialists qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, technical writing, information science, or a discipline tied to the employer's industry. Many sponsors file under SOC code 27-3042, and LCA prevailing wage levels vary by region and employer size.
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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 Documentation Specialist
Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the Documentation Specialist position, not just any bachelor's degree. A degree in technical communication, English, or a field matching the employer's industry strengthens your specialty occupation case significantly.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use Migrate Mate to filter Documentation Specialist openings by employers who've filed LCAs under SOC 27-3042. This surfaces companies with verified H-1B sponsorship history for this exact role, not just general sponsorship willingness.
Confirm the job posting requires a degree
H-1B approval depends on the role being a specialty occupation. If a job listing says 'bachelor's preferred' rather than 'required,' that posting may not support your petition. Target employers whose job descriptions state a specific degree as a minimum requirement.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above DOL's prevailing rate for Documentation Specialists in that metro area. Run your target location and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you know the floor.
Time your application around the cap calendar
H-1B cap-subject petitions open April 1 for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your EAD expiration relative to that timeline and ask your employer early whether they'll file in the regular or premium processing track.
Build a portfolio that proves specialty occupation
Document your work samples by industry and technical domain before your petition is filed. USCIS may issue an RFE questioning whether Documentation Specialist is a specialty occupation; a portfolio tying your degree field to complex documentation outputs strengthens your employer's response.
H-1B Visa Documentation Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Documentation Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation on a case-by-case basis. A Documentation Specialist role qualifies when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as technical writing, information science, or a discipline tied to the product or industry. Generic postings that accept any degree are more likely to draw an RFE.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an H-1B LCA for this role?
Most employers file Documentation Specialist roles under SOC code 27-3042, which covers Technical Writers. Some employers in highly regulated industries file under adjacent codes depending on the role's primary function. You can verify which code an employer used for past LCA filings and review the wage levels tied to each code using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer.
How do I find employers who have actually sponsored H-1B visas for Documentation Specialists?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified LCA filing history, so you can identify employers who have filed H-1B petitions for Documentation Specialist or Technical Writer roles specifically. This is more reliable than asking employers cold, since DOL LCA disclosure data shows actual filing activity by occupation code and employer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Documentation Specialist employer mid-year?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new employer still needs to file an LCA and I-129, and the role must remain a qualifying specialty occupation. You don't have to wait for the cap or a new fiscal year.
What happens to my H-1B if my Documentation Specialist contract ends before the petition expires?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart the U.S. During that window you aren't authorized to work, but you can remain in the country while pursuing options. Filing a transfer petition within that period preserves your status while the new petition is pending.