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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Jefferson Healthcare has an exciting full-time position available as a Clinical Informatics Support Specialist to join our dynamic team. As a Clinical Informatics Support Specialist, you will serve as a clinical and technical liaison to nursing, medical staff, and other patient care areas to coordinate and optimize various aspects of planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of clinical information systems.
In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing complex clinical operations and structure processes to facilitate decision-making regarding clinical systems. You will also utilize your knowledge and skills of clinical practice to determine and design information processes, ensuring that information systems are consistent with professional standards of practice. Additionally, you will be responsible for assisting with the identification, evaluation, and assessment of new care delivery technology, and developing recommendations on the impact of integration with existing workflows and systems.
As a Clinical Informatics Support Specialist, you will have a primary focus on supporting and assisting our workforce in efficiently using EHR. You will work with a tight-knit team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence. If you're passionate about healthcare and technology and want to make a positive impact on patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today and join our team at Jefferson Healthcare!
WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU?
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and more
- Outstanding benefits, including low insurance premiums for individuals and families
- Opportunities for advancement
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with a current clinical license including but not limited to: RN, pharmacist, respiratory therapist, physical therapist, or Clinical Informatics experience required
- Current CPR/BLS (Healthcare Provider) required and ACLS may be required
- Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field required or degree in progress with a definite graduation date
- Coursework in information systems, healthcare informatics or a related field preferred
- One (1) or more years of Epic experience preferred
- Master's degree in healthcare informatics preferred
- One (1) or more years of Health Information System background and additional Information System experience strongly desired
SCHEDULE
1.0 FTE; 8-hour day shifts expected Monday - Friday; exempt position. This position is hybrid with some work-from-home flexibility.
TO APPLY
To apply for this position and future positions, please visit our careers website at https://jeffersonhealthcare.org/healthcare-careers/
This position will remain open until filled.
Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
INTRODUCTION
Jefferson Healthcare has an exciting full-time position available as a Clinical Informatics Support Specialist to join our dynamic team. As a Clinical Informatics Support Specialist, you will serve as a clinical and technical liaison to nursing, medical staff, and other patient care areas to coordinate and optimize various aspects of planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of clinical information systems.
In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing complex clinical operations and structure processes to facilitate decision-making regarding clinical systems. You will also utilize your knowledge and skills of clinical practice to determine and design information processes, ensuring that information systems are consistent with professional standards of practice. Additionally, you will be responsible for assisting with the identification, evaluation, and assessment of new care delivery technology, and developing recommendations on the impact of integration with existing workflows and systems.
As a Clinical Informatics Support Specialist, you will have a primary focus on supporting and assisting our workforce in efficiently using EHR. You will work with a tight-knit team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence. If you're passionate about healthcare and technology and want to make a positive impact on patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today and join our team at Jefferson Healthcare!
WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU?
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and more
- Outstanding benefits, including low insurance premiums for individuals and families
- Opportunities for advancement
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with a current clinical license including but not limited to: RN, pharmacist, respiratory therapist, physical therapist, or Clinical Informatics experience required
- Current CPR/BLS (Healthcare Provider) required and ACLS may be required
- Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field required or degree in progress with a definite graduation date
- Coursework in information systems, healthcare informatics or a related field preferred
- One (1) or more years of Epic experience preferred
- Master's degree in healthcare informatics preferred
- One (1) or more years of Health Information System background and additional Information System experience strongly desired
SCHEDULE
1.0 FTE; 8-hour day shifts expected Monday - Friday; exempt position. This position is hybrid with some work-from-home flexibility.
TO APPLY
To apply for this position and future positions, please visit our careers website at https://jeffersonhealthcare.org/healthcare-careers/
This position will remain open until filled.
Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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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.