Remote Clinical Data Specialist Jobs
Remote clinical data specialist jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed clinical operations teams posting openings year-round in pharmaceuticals, contract research, and health technology. Employers hiring remotely right now include HealthVerity, Sentara, and SSM Health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
It's more than a career, it's a calling.
LOCATION
MO-REMOTE
WORKER TYPE
Regular
JOB SUMMARY
The clinical abstraction specialist will apply their knowledge of healthcare and data management to analyze clinical data, identify trends and report them. They will abstract and maintain comprehensive data from the clinical records according to established clinical/regulatory requirements. Mitigate definitional issues, and chart documentation discrepancies to ensure timely completion and proper validation checks for a high level of interrater reliability.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Disseminates data from the medical record accurately reflecting governing body’s rules, algorithms and protocols. Continuous learning and adaptability due to registry and regulatory changes
- Supports collaboration with internal team members and external vendors to ensure inter-rater reliability as well as data accuracy and timely submission.
- Contribute to specialized committee or work group meetings in support of process improvements to enhance patient outcomes.
- Identify new processes of improvement, opportunities and trends. Review and resolve any clinical data discrepancies or outliers on completed abstracts
- Skillful with written and oral skills for communicating performance considerations and improvement opportunities to correct parties. Report findings/opportunities/trends to management levels.
- Driven by logical and analytical thinking to solve problems. Possess an eye for detail-oriented analysis and design
- Adept at working independently or within team environment/Self Starter. Ability to multi-task and appropriately prioritize responsibilities for high volume of workload
- Utilize knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy to extract facts from within the record especially when chart documentation is of uncertain quality
- Able to complete certifications (pass exams) if assigned to an abstraction that requires it.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience
Experience
- One year experience in healthcare or related field
Physical Requirements
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Rare climbing.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
- None
WORK SHIFT
Day Shift (United States of America)
JOB TYPE
Employee
DEPARTMENT
8751010033 Healthcare Data Abstraction and Registries
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
BENEFITS
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
- Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
- Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
- Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
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Who's Hiring
- HealthVerity6

- Sentara2

- SSM Health2

- Lee Health1

- Tuesday Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software8
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Insurance1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote clinical data specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, health informatics, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with EDC systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle InForm
- Working knowledge of CDISC standards including CDASH and SDTM
- Proficiency in data validation, query management, and database lock procedures
- Familiarity with FDA regulations and ICH E6 Good Clinical Practice guidelines
- Experience supporting Phase I through Phase III clinical trials
Tips for Your Remote Clinical Data Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote clinical data specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by skill set and apply directly to the ones that match your background before postings close.
Demonstrate async communication in your application
Remote clinical teams run on written handoffs and ticketing systems. Your cover letter and any written samples should show you communicate clearly in text, flag data issues precisely, and close the loop without prompting.
Highlight proficiency in remote-ready clinical platforms
Call out your experience in cloud-based clinical data management systems like Medidata Rave, Oracle InForm, or Veeva Vault CDMS. Remote employers prioritize candidates who can operate these tools independently from day one.
Prepare for asynchronous technical screening
Many distributed clinical teams use take-home assessments involving data discrepancy review, query resolution, or CDISC mapping. Practice reviewing datasets for protocol deviations and documenting your findings clearly in writing before your interview.
Signal self-direction with concrete examples
Remote managers can't observe your daily workflow, so they hire for proven autonomy. In interviews, describe specific situations where you managed a data management plan, resolved queries, or met a database lock deadline without in-person direction.
Remote Clinical Data Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote clinical data specialist job?
Target companies with established distributed clinical teams, including contract research organizations, health tech firms, and pharmaceutical companies that run decentralized trials. Remote employers screen for proficiency in clinical data management systems like Medidata Rave or Oracle InForm, strong written communication, and the ability to manage data queries and timelines without daily in-person oversight. A portfolio showing clean audit trails or coding experience in SAS or Python gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote clinical data specialists?
Remote clinical data specialist roles are posted by HealthVerity, Sentara, and SSM Health and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hiring comes from contract research organizations, remote-first health tech companies, and pharmaceutical firms running distributed clinical operations teams.
Can you get a remote clinical data specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level clinical data roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one. Your strongest path is through contract research organizations that hire junior data coordinators remotely, or through certificate programs in clinical data management. Showing familiarity with CDISC standards, completing a hands-on project, or earning a CCDM credential signals you can contribute without close supervision.
Do you need a degree for remote clinical data specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh hands-on skills and certifications alongside or instead of a degree, particularly for contract and project-based roles. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical data management platforms, knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, and a CCDM or equivalent certification can substitute for a four-year degree at companies that prioritize deliverables over credentials.
Which industries hire the most remote clinical data specialists?
Remote clinical data specialist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Insurance, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors hire clinical data specialists remotely because their trial operations and data workflows are built around distributed teams and cloud-based data platforms.
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