OT Jobs at Molina Healthcare with Visa Sponsorship
Molina Healthcare hires OTs across its Medicaid and managed care programs, placing therapists in community health and care management settings. The company has a track record of supporting work visa sponsorship for qualified OT candidates, making it a practical target if you need employer sponsorship to practice in the U.S.
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Provides support for member clinical review processes specific to applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services. Responsible for verifying that behavioral health services are medically necessary and align with established clinical guidelines, insurance policies, and regulations - ensuring members reach desired outcomes through integrated delivery of care across the continuum. Contributes to overarching strategy to provide quality and cost-effective member care.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Assesses applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services for members - ensuring optimum outcomes, cost-effectiveness and compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines.
- Analyzes clinical service requests from members/providers against evidence based clinical guidelines.
- Identifies appropriate benefits, eligibility and expected length of stay for requested treatments and/or procedures.
- Works collaboratively with the utilization and care management departments to provide ABA and behavioral health therapy (BHT) services to Molina members with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other related disorders.
- Approves prior authorization requests for BHT treatment by reviewing BHT assessments and treatment plans for medical necessity and BHT best practice guidelines. This includes but is not limited to: psychological evaluation requests, comprehensive diagnostic evaluations (CDEs), functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), and progress reports.
- Participates in interdepartmental integration and collaboration to enhance care of Molina members receiving BHT treatment.
- Provides peer-to-peer consultation to BHT in-network providers to support treatment planning and maximize member progress.
- Performs ongoing monitoring of BHT treatment plans to evaluate effectiveness and treatment efficacy.
- Collaborates with provider contracting and providers services to support recruitment and provider relations in order to ensure network adequacy, quality of care and timeliness of services.
- Works collaboratively with ABA providers to ensure best service practices for members.
- Develops and coordinates internal and external BHT trainings.
- Creates and develops forms, recommendations and guidelines for BHT service delivery.
- Works collaboratively with the care management department to ensure members receive appropriate and timely access to BHT services.
- Collaborates and coordinates with behavioral health medical directors to ensure proper management of the BHT benefit.
- 30% estimated local travel may be required (based upon state/contractual requirements).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BCBAs or LCSW, LMHC with BCBA and/or lead analysts experience or School psychologist (non-doctorate) with BCBA and/or lead analysts experience or Psychologist with BCBA and/or lead analysts experience
- At least 2 years health care experience, including experience working as a behavioral analyst, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of community resources.
- Ability to operate proactively and demonstrate detail-oriented work.
- Ability to work within a variety of settings and adjust style as needed - working with diverse populations, various personalities and personal situations.
- Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and demonstrate self-motivation.
- Responsive in all forms of communication, and ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
- Excellent time-management and prioritization skills, and ability to focus on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to change.
- Excellent problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Microsoft Office suite/applicable software program(s) proficiency.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Utilization management experience.
- Health plan/managed care organization experience.
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the Internal Job Board.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V
PAY RANGE
- Pay Range: $26.41 - $51.49 / HOURLY
Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides support for member clinical review processes specific to applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services. Responsible for verifying that behavioral health services are medically necessary and align with established clinical guidelines, insurance policies, and regulations - ensuring members reach desired outcomes through integrated delivery of care across the continuum. Contributes to overarching strategy to provide quality and cost-effective member care.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Assesses applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services for members - ensuring optimum outcomes, cost-effectiveness and compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines.
- Analyzes clinical service requests from members/providers against evidence based clinical guidelines.
- Identifies appropriate benefits, eligibility and expected length of stay for requested treatments and/or procedures.
- Works collaboratively with the utilization and care management departments to provide ABA and behavioral health therapy (BHT) services to Molina members with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other related disorders.
- Approves prior authorization requests for BHT treatment by reviewing BHT assessments and treatment plans for medical necessity and BHT best practice guidelines. This includes but is not limited to: psychological evaluation requests, comprehensive diagnostic evaluations (CDEs), functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), and progress reports.
- Participates in interdepartmental integration and collaboration to enhance care of Molina members receiving BHT treatment.
- Provides peer-to-peer consultation to BHT in-network providers to support treatment planning and maximize member progress.
- Performs ongoing monitoring of BHT treatment plans to evaluate effectiveness and treatment efficacy.
- Collaborates with provider contracting and providers services to support recruitment and provider relations in order to ensure network adequacy, quality of care and timeliness of services.
- Works collaboratively with ABA providers to ensure best service practices for members.
- Develops and coordinates internal and external BHT trainings.
- Creates and develops forms, recommendations and guidelines for BHT service delivery.
- Works collaboratively with the care management department to ensure members receive appropriate and timely access to BHT services.
- Collaborates and coordinates with behavioral health medical directors to ensure proper management of the BHT benefit.
- 30% estimated local travel may be required (based upon state/contractual requirements).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BCBAs or LCSW, LMHC with BCBA and/or lead analysts experience or School psychologist (non-doctorate) with BCBA and/or lead analysts experience or Psychologist with BCBA and/or lead analysts experience
- At least 2 years health care experience, including experience working as a behavioral analyst, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of community resources.
- Ability to operate proactively and demonstrate detail-oriented work.
- Ability to work within a variety of settings and adjust style as needed - working with diverse populations, various personalities and personal situations.
- Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and demonstrate self-motivation.
- Responsive in all forms of communication, and ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
- Excellent time-management and prioritization skills, and ability to focus on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to change.
- Excellent problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Microsoft Office suite/applicable software program(s) proficiency.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Utilization management experience.
- Health plan/managed care organization experience.
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the Internal Job Board.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V
PAY RANGE
- Pay Range: $26.41 - $51.49 / HOURLY
Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
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Align Your OT Credentials Before Applying
Molina prioritizes OTs who hold active NBCOT certification and state licensure for the role's location. Verify your credentials are transferable to the specific state before submitting, since licensure delays can stall a sponsorship filing after an offer is extended.
Target Molina's Medicaid-Focused OT Openings
Molina's OT roles concentrate in care coordination and community health settings tied to Medicaid populations, not traditional hospital rehab. Tailor your application to show experience with underserved communities, home health, or telephonic care management to match their actual caseload.
Confirm Sponsorship Eligibility During Screening
Ask directly whether the specific OT role is approved for sponsorship at the phone screen stage. Molina's HR teams manage hiring across multiple states, and sponsorship availability can vary by position and location rather than being a blanket company policy.
Understand Which Visa Fits Your Timeline
For OT roles, H-1B requires cap-subject registration in March unless Molina files cap-exempt through a qualifying healthcare affiliate. TN is available same-day for Canadian and Mexican OTs with a Canadian or Mexican degree, bypassing the H-1B lottery entirely.
Prepare for PERM Labor Market Timing
If you're targeting a Green Card through EB-2 or EB-3, PERM requires Molina to run a supervised recruitment process through DOL before filing. This typically adds 12 to 18 months before the I-140 petition stage, so raise the topic early rather than waiting until your H-1B extensions are running short.
Use Migrate Mate to Find OT Openings
Search Migrate Mate to filter Molina Healthcare OT jobs by visa type so you only apply to roles where sponsorship matches your situation. Filtering by visa type upfront saves you from pursuing positions that don't fit your specific work authorization path.
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Find OT at Molina Healthcare JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Molina Healthcare sponsor H-1B visas for OTs?
Yes, Molina Healthcare sponsors H-1B visas for OT roles. Because most OT positions are specialty occupation roles requiring a degree in occupational therapy, they meet the H-1B criteria. Sponsorship availability can vary by state and specific position, so confirm with the recruiter during the interview process whether the role you're applying to is approved for H-1B filing.
How do I apply for OT jobs at Molina Healthcare?
Apply directly through Molina Healthcare's careers portal, or browse current OT openings filtered by visa type on Migrate Mate. When applying, tailor your materials to Molina's Medicaid and managed care focus. Include your NBCOT certification status and active state licensure prominently, since Molina's hiring teams screen for credentialing compliance early in the process.
Which visa types are commonly used for OT roles at Molina Healthcare?
H-1B is the most common visa for OT roles at Molina. F-1 OPT and CPT are also supported, giving recent graduates a path to work while pursuing H-1B sponsorship. TN visa is an option for Canadian and Mexican OTs who hold a qualifying degree. For permanent residence, Molina has sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications and experience does Molina Healthcare expect for OT candidates?
Molina expects OT candidates to hold a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy, active NBCOT certification, and a valid state license for the position's location. Experience in Medicaid populations, community health, home health, or care management is strongly preferred. Roles focused on care coordination may require clinical documentation skills and comfort with telehealth platforms in addition to hands-on therapy experience.
How long does the visa sponsorship process typically take for an OT role at Molina Healthcare?
For H-1B, plan for the cap registration window in March with an October 1 start date if selected, though cap-exempt paths through qualifying healthcare affiliates can shorten this significantly. TN visa for Canadian or Mexican OTs can be approved at the port of entry on the same day. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 typically requires 12 to 18 months just for the DOL labor certification stage before the I-140 petition begins.
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