OPT Clinical Support Specialist Jobs
Clinical Support Specialist roles sit at the intersection of healthcare operations and patient-facing work, making them a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in health sciences, public health, or biology. Most positions qualify under standard OPT, and roles with a clinical research or data component may qualify for STEM OPT extension.
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McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 640-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 732,838 lives in Michigan and Indiana, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers. McLaren has 20,000 full-time, part-time and contracted employees and more than 113,000 network providers throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
Clinical Support Specialist
Location: Michigan, Auburn Hills
Job Type: Full-time
Responsibilities:
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Assists Population Health Supervisor in supporting all aspects of department operations, compliance, and reporting.
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Performs Care Coordination services for MPP including but not limited to the use of ADT systems, population health tools, patient outreach, and communication across the care continuum with physician offices, home care providers, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and insurance companies.
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Serves as the Lead Population Health Navigator which includes supporting daily operations, mentoring new staff, and collecting quality and compliance data for the purpose of process improvement.
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Performs lead trainer duties for Population Health processes and Population Health Navigation.
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Serves as a super-user for MPP Information Systems including but not limited to, all Population Health software and tools, provider databases, and other software applications.
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Responsible for tracking and compiling data reports to support department operations, individual practices, and other McLaren subsidiaries participating in value-based care transformation. Examples include but not limited to: ADT activity and utilization, TOC appointment eligibility and scheduling, all billing reports and all other care coordination related reporting as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree in healthcare or related field.
- Three (3) years of ambulatory practice experience.
- Two years’ experience in Population Health Industry.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare or related field.
- Two years’ experience in a health plan or Physician Organization environment with Care Coordination, Utilization Management, disease management, and/or population health.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 26001958
- Daily Work Times: 8:00AM-4:30PM
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: No
McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.
About us
McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 640-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 732,838 lives in Michigan and Indiana, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers. McLaren has 20,000 full-time, part-time and contracted employees and more than 113,000 network providers throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
Clinical Support Specialist
Location: Michigan, Auburn Hills
Job Type: Full-time
Responsibilities:
-
Assists Population Health Supervisor in supporting all aspects of department operations, compliance, and reporting.
-
Performs Care Coordination services for MPP including but not limited to the use of ADT systems, population health tools, patient outreach, and communication across the care continuum with physician offices, home care providers, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and insurance companies.
-
Serves as the Lead Population Health Navigator which includes supporting daily operations, mentoring new staff, and collecting quality and compliance data for the purpose of process improvement.
-
Performs lead trainer duties for Population Health processes and Population Health Navigation.
-
Serves as a super-user for MPP Information Systems including but not limited to, all Population Health software and tools, provider databases, and other software applications.
-
Responsible for tracking and compiling data reports to support department operations, individual practices, and other McLaren subsidiaries participating in value-based care transformation. Examples include but not limited to: ADT activity and utilization, TOC appointment eligibility and scheduling, all billing reports and all other care coordination related reporting as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree in healthcare or related field.
- Three (3) years of ambulatory practice experience.
- Two years’ experience in Population Health Industry.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare or related field.
- Two years’ experience in a health plan or Physician Organization environment with Care Coordination, Utilization Management, disease management, and/or population health.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 26001958
- Daily Work Times: 8:00AM-4:30PM
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: No
McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Clinical Support Specialist
Target employers with existing OPT infrastructure
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and health technology companies regularly hire on OPT. These organizations have HR teams familiar with work authorization timelines and are far less likely to reject your application over status concerns.
Lead with your EAD, not your visa status
When asked about authorization, state that you're authorized to work in the U.S. You don't need to volunteer OPT details upfront. Employers care whether you can legally work today, and your EAD card confirms you can.
Clarify whether your role qualifies for STEM OPT
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like health informatics or biomedical science, confirm the Clinical Support Specialist role involves technical or scientific work. A qualifying role can extend your work authorization by 24 months beyond standard OPT.
Address the H-1B timeline proactively
Many clinical employers worry about continuity. Raise the H-1B visa option early and explain the April lottery and October start date. Showing you understand the process, and that it's manageable, removes a common hiring hesitation before it becomes an objection.
Highlight clinical system experience in your application
Familiarity with EHR platforms like Epic or Cerner is a concrete differentiator in clinical support hiring. Listing specific tools you've used during coursework, internships, or research shifts the conversation toward your skills rather than your visa status.
Apply before your OPT start date if possible
Interviewing and receiving an offer before your OPT begins gives employers more lead time. Starting the process early reduces urgency around your EAD arrival date and shows the organization you're planning ahead, which clinical environments tend to value.
Clinical Support Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Clinical Support Specialist on F-1 OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. Clinical Support Specialist positions typically qualify for OPT if your degree is in health sciences, public health, biology, nursing, or a related field. Your responsibilities must align with your academic training, so be prepared to document that connection if your school or employer asks.
Does a Clinical Support Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree and the specific responsibilities in the role. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as health informatics, biomedical science, or clinical laboratory science, and the role involves data analysis, research coordination, or technical healthcare systems work, it may qualify. Your DSO reviews each situation individually, so confirm the match before relying on STEM extension eligibility.
How do I find Clinical Support Specialist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by sponsorship and work authorization compatibility. Searching there surfaces Clinical Support Specialist roles at employers who have a track record of hiring international candidates, saving you the guesswork of applying to positions that screen out OPT applicants early in the process.
What types of employers hire Clinical Support Specialists on OPT?
Academic medical centers, hospital networks, health technology companies, contract research organizations, and public health agencies are the most consistent OPT-friendly employers in this space. Organizations like these typically have dedicated HR processes for work authorization and are accustomed to managing EAD and H-1B timelines for international hires in clinical and administrative roles.
What happens to my Clinical Support Specialist job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If you file an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and your employer qualifies as a cap-subject petitioner, your work authorization is automatically extended under cap-gap rules while the petition is pending. You can continue working through September 30 of the fiscal year. If the H-1B isn't selected in the lottery, you'll need to explore alternative visa options with your employer.