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Medical Staff Coordinator roles sit at the intersection of healthcare administration and compliance, making them viable specialty occupation candidates for H-1B visa sponsorship. Employers in hospital networks and credentialing firms regularly file LCAs for this role, and your healthcare administration or related bachelor's degree is the credential that unlocks it.
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Location Marina del Rey, California, United States
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Date posted 11/11/2026
Job Description
Make a difference every single day!
Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital and its staff aim to exceed the expectations of our patients, their families and the community with a service-oriented attitude. We seek excellence, courtesy, teamwork, respect, communication and enthusiasm in our future colleagues. If you are looking for exciting career opportunities with growth potential, come and join the team at Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital!
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Medical Staff Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating a variety of Medical Staff operations and projects, including credentialing, committee reporting, and process tracking. Prepares and manages documentation for Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges, facilitates approval workflows, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. Oversees projects such as the Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) tracking, History and Physical (H&P) evaluation, and privilege form updates. Coordinates leave of absence requests, assists with health initiatives (e.g., flu vaccination), and provides administrative support including temporary privileges processing, phone coverage, and mail distribution as needed.
- Prepares department and committee agendas in coordination with the Chair; writes clear, error-free minutes promptly; distributes follow-up memos or letters timely; creates action and information reports for the Medical Executive Committee (MEC); maintains an efficient system to request, track, and follow up on peer reviews and incident reports with proper documentation; and notifies members of upcoming meetings.
- Coordinates materials (appointments, reappointments, withdrawals of application, leave of absence, proctoring, privileges, etc.) from appropriate sources, compiling the Credentials Reports from the Medical Staff Departments to the MEC.
- After approval of appointments/reappointments by the Medical Staff Departments, manages documentation of approval of Medical Staff membership and privileges in the credentials’ files (checking approved/deferred and stamping the date of approval).
- Tracks proctoring and provisional chart review progress for initial appointments and new privileges. Sends routine progress notifications to practitioners to ensure completion within 24 months, after which membership is resigned or privileges relinquished. Prepares proctor evaluation forms for Department Chair review to confirm satisfactory completion. Notifies practitioners and relevant hospital departments when proctoring is complete. Updates and posts monthly Medical Staff Proctoring Reports on the shared drive for ongoing staff access.
- Manages the coordination of leave of absences (LOA) requests (data entry, Credentials Reports to Medical Staff Departments, letters to physicians/Allied Health Professionals, notifications to Hospital departments).
- Manages the privilege form project by drafting revisions to forms, including qualifications, proctoring, and maintenance criteria, and collaborating with physician champions to ensure hospital-specific updates. Submits finalized forms to the Medical Staff Department, MEC, and Board for approval. Distributes new forms to specialists with a 30-day return deadline per policy, warning that privileges will be un-exercisable if not returned. After approval, notifies physicians by letter and enters privileges into the eRoster system. Completed privilege forms cover multiple specialties, including Anesthesia, Bariatric Surgery, Emergency, Internal Medicine, Pathology, Radiology, Urology, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and centers like Marina Weight Loss and Spine.
- Developed and managed an H&P Examination Quality Review process to monitor practitioner compliance with Medical Staff Rules. Each month, 30 H&Ps are selected via the Census Report, printed, and reviewed by designated Medical Staff members using evaluation forms. Compliance data is compiled into quarterly reports for departmental review and to meet all targets. Practitioners receive educational letters highlighting areas for improvement.
- Assists with the annual MD/AHP Flu Vaccination Project, contacting MDs/AHPs, collecting documentation, logging materials, sharing materials with Employee Health, assisting with maintenance of the suspension list to Hospital Departments and notifying those MDs/AHPs on and off suspension.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules/Regulations, and policies to support compliance. Assists in drafting and revising bylaws, policies, forms, and related documents annually and as needed.
- Interacts professionally with all visitors, personnel within the department and in other departments, physicians and Administration, maintaining a good working relationship with co-workers.
- Demonstrates awareness of the responsibilities of the position and how it interfaces with the entire healthcare team. Works closely with all department members as required, is flexible to meet the needs of the department and changes in the workplace.
- Accepts other duties as assigned.
Organizational Benefits:
- NEW 9 story Hospital scheduled for Summer 2027 – state of the art and double the size!
- Amazing benefits for Full-time and Part-time, including Tuition Reimbursement!
- High employee satisfaction scores!
Tuition Assistance Plans on the first day of employment!
Hours: Day Shift 8:00 a.m. – 17:00 p.m. on-site.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma/GED - minimum
- Assoc. Degree/College Diploma - preferred
- Bachelor's Degree - preferred
Experience
- 2 years of medical staff services experience (required) - minimum
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English - required
- Ability to use software applications including Word, Excel and Outlook - required
- Experience with credentialing and reappointment for Medical Staff - preferred
Req ID 21790
Working Title Medical Staff Coordinator, Full-time, 8am-5pm (On-site)
Department Medical Staff Administration
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Job Specialty Credentialing & Licensure
Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $29.13 - $45.15
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 21790
Location Marina del Rey, California, United States
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Date posted 11/11/2026
Job Description
Make a difference every single day!
Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital and its staff aim to exceed the expectations of our patients, their families and the community with a service-oriented attitude. We seek excellence, courtesy, teamwork, respect, communication and enthusiasm in our future colleagues. If you are looking for exciting career opportunities with growth potential, come and join the team at Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital!
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Medical Staff Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating a variety of Medical Staff operations and projects, including credentialing, committee reporting, and process tracking. Prepares and manages documentation for Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges, facilitates approval workflows, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. Oversees projects such as the Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) tracking, History and Physical (H&P) evaluation, and privilege form updates. Coordinates leave of absence requests, assists with health initiatives (e.g., flu vaccination), and provides administrative support including temporary privileges processing, phone coverage, and mail distribution as needed.
- Prepares department and committee agendas in coordination with the Chair; writes clear, error-free minutes promptly; distributes follow-up memos or letters timely; creates action and information reports for the Medical Executive Committee (MEC); maintains an efficient system to request, track, and follow up on peer reviews and incident reports with proper documentation; and notifies members of upcoming meetings.
- Coordinates materials (appointments, reappointments, withdrawals of application, leave of absence, proctoring, privileges, etc.) from appropriate sources, compiling the Credentials Reports from the Medical Staff Departments to the MEC.
- After approval of appointments/reappointments by the Medical Staff Departments, manages documentation of approval of Medical Staff membership and privileges in the credentials’ files (checking approved/deferred and stamping the date of approval).
- Tracks proctoring and provisional chart review progress for initial appointments and new privileges. Sends routine progress notifications to practitioners to ensure completion within 24 months, after which membership is resigned or privileges relinquished. Prepares proctor evaluation forms for Department Chair review to confirm satisfactory completion. Notifies practitioners and relevant hospital departments when proctoring is complete. Updates and posts monthly Medical Staff Proctoring Reports on the shared drive for ongoing staff access.
- Manages the coordination of leave of absences (LOA) requests (data entry, Credentials Reports to Medical Staff Departments, letters to physicians/Allied Health Professionals, notifications to Hospital departments).
- Manages the privilege form project by drafting revisions to forms, including qualifications, proctoring, and maintenance criteria, and collaborating with physician champions to ensure hospital-specific updates. Submits finalized forms to the Medical Staff Department, MEC, and Board for approval. Distributes new forms to specialists with a 30-day return deadline per policy, warning that privileges will be un-exercisable if not returned. After approval, notifies physicians by letter and enters privileges into the eRoster system. Completed privilege forms cover multiple specialties, including Anesthesia, Bariatric Surgery, Emergency, Internal Medicine, Pathology, Radiology, Urology, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and centers like Marina Weight Loss and Spine.
- Developed and managed an H&P Examination Quality Review process to monitor practitioner compliance with Medical Staff Rules. Each month, 30 H&Ps are selected via the Census Report, printed, and reviewed by designated Medical Staff members using evaluation forms. Compliance data is compiled into quarterly reports for departmental review and to meet all targets. Practitioners receive educational letters highlighting areas for improvement.
- Assists with the annual MD/AHP Flu Vaccination Project, contacting MDs/AHPs, collecting documentation, logging materials, sharing materials with Employee Health, assisting with maintenance of the suspension list to Hospital Departments and notifying those MDs/AHPs on and off suspension.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules/Regulations, and policies to support compliance. Assists in drafting and revising bylaws, policies, forms, and related documents annually and as needed.
- Interacts professionally with all visitors, personnel within the department and in other departments, physicians and Administration, maintaining a good working relationship with co-workers.
- Demonstrates awareness of the responsibilities of the position and how it interfaces with the entire healthcare team. Works closely with all department members as required, is flexible to meet the needs of the department and changes in the workplace.
- Accepts other duties as assigned.
Organizational Benefits:
- NEW 9 story Hospital scheduled for Summer 2027 – state of the art and double the size!
- Amazing benefits for Full-time and Part-time, including Tuition Reimbursement!
- High employee satisfaction scores!
Tuition Assistance Plans on the first day of employment!
Hours: Day Shift 8:00 a.m. – 17:00 p.m. on-site.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma/GED - minimum
- Assoc. Degree/College Diploma - preferred
- Bachelor's Degree - preferred
Experience
- 2 years of medical staff services experience (required) - minimum
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English - required
- Ability to use software applications including Word, Excel and Outlook - required
- Experience with credentialing and reappointment for Medical Staff - preferred
Req ID 21790
Working Title Medical Staff Coordinator, Full-time, 8am-5pm (On-site)
Department Medical Staff Administration
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Job Specialty Credentialing & Licensure
Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $29.13 - $45.15
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 Visa Sponsorship as a Medical Staff Coordinator
Align your degree to specialty occupation requirements
Medical Staff Coordinators qualify for H-1B only if the role requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like healthcare administration, health information management, or business. Pull the O*NET profile for this occupation to confirm which degree fields DOL and USCIS treat as directly related before applying.
Target hospital systems with credentialing departments
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers run dedicated medical staff offices that file LCAs regularly for coordinators. Freestanding credentialing verification organizations also sponsor, but their filing volume is smaller and positions fill faster, so prioritize health systems first.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the medical staff coordinator occupation code in your target metro before you get to the offer stage so you know the floor.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate's database of employers with confirmed LCA filing history for medical staff coordinator roles. Filtering by city lets you match sponsorship track record to your preferred market before you spend time tailoring applications to employers who don't sponsor.
Prepare your credentialing documentation early
Medical staff coordinators often handle NAMSS or CPCS certification alongside their degree. Gather official transcripts, any credential verification letters, and employment records that show hands-on credentialing or provider enrollment experience before your employer's immigration counsel starts the PERM or H-1B intake.
Clarify cap status before accepting an offer
Hospital networks affiliated with nonprofit research institutions or universities may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, letting them file year-round without entering the annual lottery. Ask your prospective employer's HR team whether their entity has cap-exempt status under USCIS rules before you accept and time your transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Medical Staff Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It can, but it depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as healthcare administration or health information management. Roles framed around general administrative duties without a degree requirement in a specific field are more likely to face a Request for Evidence. Employers who clearly tie the position to credentialing compliance and regulatory knowledge have stronger petitions.
Which visa types realistically apply to Medical Staff Coordinator roles?
H-1B is the primary work visa for this role if it meets the specialty occupation standard. Canadian and Mexican nationals should check whether the TN visa applies, though medical staff coordinator is not explicitly listed on the USMCA profession list, making TN a difficult fit. F-1 students can work in the role under OPT or STEM OPT if their degree is in a qualifying field. EB-2 or EB-3 green card paths are also available for longer-term sponsorship.
How do I find employers who sponsor Medical Staff Coordinator roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing histories for medical staff coordinator and related healthcare administration positions, searchable by city and role. Hospital systems, academic medical centers, and credentialing verification organizations are the most consistent sponsors. Smaller ambulatory surgery centers or single-specialty practices rarely file for this role.
Does having a CPCS or CPMSM certification improve my sponsorship chances?
Yes, indirectly. While USCIS evaluates the degree requirement rather than professional certifications, employers who hold NAMSS certifications like CPCS or CPMSM signal deeper credentialing expertise, which strengthens the employer's argument that the role genuinely requires specialized education. It also makes you a more competitive candidate against applicants who don't require sponsorship, which matters in a tight labor market.
Can a Medical Staff Coordinator role support a green card through PERM?
Yes. Employers can sponsor medical staff coordinators for EB-2 or EB-3 green cards through the PERM labor certification process, where DOL requires the employer to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. EB-3 is more common for this role since it covers positions requiring at least two years of experience or a bachelor's degree. Country of birth affects priority date backlogs significantly, with Indian and Chinese nationals facing longer waits.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Medical Staff Coordinator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.