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Consultant roles at American Heart Association span public health strategy, program evaluation, and policy advisory work across a mission-driven organization. The Association has a track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified consultants, making it a realistic target for international candidates in the non-profit and social services space.
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Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Program Consultant, Health Care Quality Improvement. This position will predominantly cover Southwest and/or Midwest territories. This position can be home-based within a Southwest or Midwest state.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for implementing quality programs to improve care for patients with cardiovascular disease and stroke. Responsible for working with multiple hospitals to educate and empower improvement in treatment to evidence-based guidelines, clinical processes, and practices. Successful market management will require that this individual:
- Engage with clients at hospitals, healthcare systems, Departments of Health, and/or EMS organizations to implement and deliver the American Heart Association’s suite of quality Get With The Guidelines programs and hospital certifications. Quality consultation includes supporting active data collection, providing decision support tools, best practice model sharing, and supporting the development of a hospital team/infrastructure for retention and success.
- Consult with appropriate hospital teams to identify and resolve compliance issues and facilitate program participation progress and optimization of program and product value and return on investment.
- Develop relationships with physician champions, key stakeholders and decision makers/influencers in C-suite or executive positions as well as essential relationships with front-line leaders and data abstractors.
- Collaborate with state departments of health, regional authorities and other partners to further cardiovascular and stroke systems of care.
- Document activities in customer relationship management tools such as Microsoft Dynamics. Record and report on account interactions and execution of the supported initiative including tracking progress and reporting. Communicate regularly with Director of Health Care Quality to assure tasks are completed according to timeline. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure program success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience
- Experience in an acute care hospital working directly on clinical quality or process improvement projects, or a national cardiac or stroke clinical quality improvement program that incorporates data capture within process improvement framework
- Experience in hospital/healthcare systems for cardiovascular disease and stroke
- Familiarity with Systems of Care work or understanding of EMS, Payers, CMS
- Excellent in advanced PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, and delivering PowerPoint presentations to both large and small groups
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Ability to travel up to 20% local and overnight stay
Preferred Skills:
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality, Certified Health Education Specialist, or a Clinical Degree
- Experience in collaborative learning groups
Compensation & Benefits
Salary minimum to the midpoint of the range is $66,300.00 to $100,000.00. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
- Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
- Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
- Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation.
- Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
- Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
- Tuition Assistance – We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
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Location: Location: US-TX-Dallas
Posted Date 3 hours ago (4/14/2026 1:33 PM)
Requisition ID 2026-17427
Job Category Health Strategies
Position Type Full Time
Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Program Consultant, Health Care Quality Improvement. This position will predominantly cover Southwest and/or Midwest territories. This position can be home-based within a Southwest or Midwest state.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for implementing quality programs to improve care for patients with cardiovascular disease and stroke. Responsible for working with multiple hospitals to educate and empower improvement in treatment to evidence-based guidelines, clinical processes, and practices. Successful market management will require that this individual:
- Engage with clients at hospitals, healthcare systems, Departments of Health, and/or EMS organizations to implement and deliver the American Heart Association’s suite of quality Get With The Guidelines programs and hospital certifications. Quality consultation includes supporting active data collection, providing decision support tools, best practice model sharing, and supporting the development of a hospital team/infrastructure for retention and success.
- Consult with appropriate hospital teams to identify and resolve compliance issues and facilitate program participation progress and optimization of program and product value and return on investment.
- Develop relationships with physician champions, key stakeholders and decision makers/influencers in C-suite or executive positions as well as essential relationships with front-line leaders and data abstractors.
- Collaborate with state departments of health, regional authorities and other partners to further cardiovascular and stroke systems of care.
- Document activities in customer relationship management tools such as Microsoft Dynamics. Record and report on account interactions and execution of the supported initiative including tracking progress and reporting. Communicate regularly with Director of Health Care Quality to assure tasks are completed according to timeline. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure program success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience
- Experience in an acute care hospital working directly on clinical quality or process improvement projects, or a national cardiac or stroke clinical quality improvement program that incorporates data capture within process improvement framework
- Experience in hospital/healthcare systems for cardiovascular disease and stroke
- Familiarity with Systems of Care work or understanding of EMS, Payers, CMS
- Excellent in advanced PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, and delivering PowerPoint presentations to both large and small groups
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Ability to travel up to 20% local and overnight stay
Preferred Skills:
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality, Certified Health Education Specialist, or a Clinical Degree
- Experience in collaborative learning groups
Compensation & Benefits
Salary minimum to the midpoint of the range is $66,300.00 to $100,000.00. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
- Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
- Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
- Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation.
- Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
- Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
- Tuition Assistance – We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
This position not a match with your skills?
In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
AHAIND3, #LI-Remote
Join our Talent Community!
Join our Talent Community to receive updates on new opportunities and future events.
Location: Location: US-TX-Dallas
Posted Date 3 hours ago (4/14/2026 1:33 PM)
Requisition ID 2026-17427
Job Category Health Strategies
Position Type Full Time
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Frame your credentials around public health outcomes
Consultant roles at American Heart Association prioritize candidates who can connect analytical or advisory work to measurable health impact. Tailor your resume to highlight program evaluation, health equity initiatives, or policy consulting experience rather than generic management consulting.
Confirm H-1B eligibility before applying
Consultant positions must qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards, meaning your degree field needs to directly align with the role. Public health, health policy, epidemiology, or a related field strengthens the case significantly over a general business degree.
Target roles in mission-critical program areas
American Heart Association's consulting needs concentrate in cardiovascular health programs, community health strategy, and policy implementation. Applying to roles tied to these core functions increases your chances of landing in a team with established sponsorship workflows.
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Migrate Mate filters American Heart Association's open Consultant positions by visa type, so you can see which roles are actively open to H-1B, OPT, or TN candidates without sorting through listings that don't support sponsorship.
Initiate the LCA conversation early in the offer stage
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before USCIS can process your H-1B petition. Raising this timeline with HR during the offer stage, before your start date is set, prevents avoidable delays in your authorization.
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Does American Heart Association sponsor H-1B visas for Consultants?
Yes, American Heart Association sponsors H-1B visas for Consultant roles. The position needs to qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria, which means your degree must directly relate to the consulting work involved. Roles focused on public health strategy, policy, or program evaluation tend to meet this threshold more clearly than general advisory positions.
How do I apply for Consultant jobs at American Heart Association?
Applications go through American Heart Association's careers portal, where you can filter by location and role type. You can also browse open Consultant positions filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate. In your application, highlight any non-profit or public health consulting experience and align your materials to the organization's cardiovascular and health equity mission areas.
Which visa types does American Heart Association commonly use for Consultant roles?
American Heart Association sponsors H-1B visas for Consultant roles and also hires candidates on F-1 OPT and CPT status, making it accessible to international students completing graduate programs. TN visa holders from Canada and Mexico may also be eligible depending on the specific role's occupational category and degree requirements. Each visa type has different timelines and filing requirements.
What qualifications does American Heart Association expect for Consultant positions?
Most Consultant roles require a bachelor's or master's degree in public health, health policy, epidemiology, social work, or a related field. American Heart Association values experience in program evaluation, health equity initiatives, or policy advisory work within mission-driven or government-adjacent organizations. Candidates who can demonstrate measurable outcomes in community health or cardiovascular program contexts tend to be most competitive.
How do I plan my timeline for H-1B sponsorship with American Heart Association?
The H-1B cap lottery opens in March each year, with an employment start date of October 1 at the earliest. If you're on OPT, check whether your field qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension, which gives you additional time to secure a sponsorship offer before the next lottery cycle. Discussing sponsorship intent with the hiring team before accepting an offer prevents timeline misalignments.
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