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Behavioral Health Technician roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or a related behavioral science field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian mental health professionals targeting residential treatment centers, hospitals, and community behavioral health organizations.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
May reside anywhere in the US
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Medical Policy Lead is responsible for the identification, development, and execution of behavioral health clinical and payment policies, ensuring alignment with evidence-based guidelines, regulatory requirements, and enterprise affordability goals.
This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) bridging clinical policy, coding, and claims adjudication by translating behavioral health policy intent into clear business requirements that drive accurate configuration and enforcement within claims processing platforms.
The position partners across Medical Policy, Medical Coding, Compliance, and vendor teams to ensure policy is operationalized consistently across end-to-end claims workflows (intake, edits, adjudication, denials, and appeals).
Behavioral Health Policy Identification & Development
- Lead identification of new and emerging behavioral health policy opportunities, including:
- Utilization management gaps
- Medical correct coding vulnerabilities
- Payment integrity risks
- Interpret clinical evidence, regulatory guidance, and industry best practices to:
- Develop or revise behavioral health medical policies
- Define coverage criteria, limitations, and exclusions
- Ensure policies are clinically sound, evidence-based, and aligned with CMS/state guidance
Payment Policy & Claims Editing Strategy
- Define and drive payment policy strategies to ensure accurate claim adjudication and cost containment
- Translate behavioral health policy intent into:
- Claims editing logic
- Correct coding requirements (DX, CPT/HCPCS, modifiers, frequency rules)
- Adjudication outcomes (deny, pend, allow, PA requirement)
- Partner with payment integrity and vendor teams (e.g., editing engines) to implement scalable solutions
Business Requirements Development (BRDs)
- Own development of detailed Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) to support policy implementation, including:
- Policy intent and business objectives
- Coding and clinical logic
- Claims system behavior across adjudication points
- Configuration and testing requirements
- Ensure requirements are:
- Clear, actionable, and testable
- Aligned with claims platform capabilities (e.g., ACAS, QNXT, HRP)
- Act as the primary liaison between clinical SMEs and technical/configuration teams
Claims Adjudication & Operational Integration
- Partner with claims operations to ensure policy is correctly implemented across:
- Front-end edits
- Pre-payment edits
- Post-adjudication processes
- Validate that behavioral health policies are correctly translated into system logic and medical coding rules
- Support testing, defect resolution, and go-live readiness
Quality Assurance, Compliance & Audit Readiness
- Perform policy QA and validation to ensure:
- Alignment between clinical intent and system execution
- Compliance with federal/state regulations and payer requirements
- Support audits and remediation efforts by:
- Identifying gaps in policy, medical coding, or configuration
- Driving corrective actions
Cross-Functional Leadership & Governance
- Serve as Behavioral Health SME across:
- Medical Policy governance forums
- Payment policy and vendor edit workgroups
- Partner with:
- Clinical teams (BH providers, UM)
- Medical coding SMEs
- Compliance and legal
- IT and vendor partners
- Lead end-to-end policy lifecycle from intake through execution and monitoring
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in medical policy, payment policy, or correct coding; behavioral health clinical practice; or utilization management
- Ability to interpret behavioral health clinical standards and translate into policy
- Apply correct coding frameworks (ICD-10, CPT/HCPCS) in policy and claims contexts
- Develop business requirements documents (BRDs) supporting claims system configuration
- Strong knowledge of behavioral health services (e.g., psychiatry, SUD, therapy modalities) and medical necessity criteria and utilization management
- Experience translating policy into medical coding logic (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), claims editing and adjudication rules
- Demonstrated experience developing business requirements (BRDs) for system implementation
- Experience with claims adjudication platforms and/or vendor editing solutions
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Medicaid and/or Medicare behavioral health policy
- Experience with payment integrity vendors (e.g., Cotiviti, Optum, ClaimsXten)
- Strong background in policy governance, audit/remediation and process improvement / Lean methodologies
- Formal training or coursework in healthcare policy or health economics, clinical informatics or data analytics and/or utilization management or population health
- Ability to effectively influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) (aligns with medical policy + coding roles) required and/or obtained within one year of start date in role
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $182,549.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
May reside anywhere in the US
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Medical Policy Lead is responsible for the identification, development, and execution of behavioral health clinical and payment policies, ensuring alignment with evidence-based guidelines, regulatory requirements, and enterprise affordability goals.
This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) bridging clinical policy, coding, and claims adjudication by translating behavioral health policy intent into clear business requirements that drive accurate configuration and enforcement within claims processing platforms.
The position partners across Medical Policy, Medical Coding, Compliance, and vendor teams to ensure policy is operationalized consistently across end-to-end claims workflows (intake, edits, adjudication, denials, and appeals).
Behavioral Health Policy Identification & Development
- Lead identification of new and emerging behavioral health policy opportunities, including:
- Utilization management gaps
- Medical correct coding vulnerabilities
- Payment integrity risks
- Interpret clinical evidence, regulatory guidance, and industry best practices to:
- Develop or revise behavioral health medical policies
- Define coverage criteria, limitations, and exclusions
- Ensure policies are clinically sound, evidence-based, and aligned with CMS/state guidance
Payment Policy & Claims Editing Strategy
- Define and drive payment policy strategies to ensure accurate claim adjudication and cost containment
- Translate behavioral health policy intent into:
- Claims editing logic
- Correct coding requirements (DX, CPT/HCPCS, modifiers, frequency rules)
- Adjudication outcomes (deny, pend, allow, PA requirement)
- Partner with payment integrity and vendor teams (e.g., editing engines) to implement scalable solutions
Business Requirements Development (BRDs)
- Own development of detailed Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) to support policy implementation, including:
- Policy intent and business objectives
- Coding and clinical logic
- Claims system behavior across adjudication points
- Configuration and testing requirements
- Ensure requirements are:
- Clear, actionable, and testable
- Aligned with claims platform capabilities (e.g., ACAS, QNXT, HRP)
- Act as the primary liaison between clinical SMEs and technical/configuration teams
Claims Adjudication & Operational Integration
- Partner with claims operations to ensure policy is correctly implemented across:
- Front-end edits
- Pre-payment edits
- Post-adjudication processes
- Validate that behavioral health policies are correctly translated into system logic and medical coding rules
- Support testing, defect resolution, and go-live readiness
Quality Assurance, Compliance & Audit Readiness
- Perform policy QA and validation to ensure:
- Alignment between clinical intent and system execution
- Compliance with federal/state regulations and payer requirements
- Support audits and remediation efforts by:
- Identifying gaps in policy, medical coding, or configuration
- Driving corrective actions
Cross-Functional Leadership & Governance
- Serve as Behavioral Health SME across:
- Medical Policy governance forums
- Payment policy and vendor edit workgroups
- Partner with:
- Clinical teams (BH providers, UM)
- Medical coding SMEs
- Compliance and legal
- IT and vendor partners
- Lead end-to-end policy lifecycle from intake through execution and monitoring
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in medical policy, payment policy, or correct coding; behavioral health clinical practice; or utilization management
- Ability to interpret behavioral health clinical standards and translate into policy
- Apply correct coding frameworks (ICD-10, CPT/HCPCS) in policy and claims contexts
- Develop business requirements documents (BRDs) supporting claims system configuration
- Strong knowledge of behavioral health services (e.g., psychiatry, SUD, therapy modalities) and medical necessity criteria and utilization management
- Experience translating policy into medical coding logic (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS), claims editing and adjudication rules
- Demonstrated experience developing business requirements (BRDs) for system implementation
- Experience with claims adjudication platforms and/or vendor editing solutions
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Medicaid and/or Medicare behavioral health policy
- Experience with payment integrity vendors (e.g., Cotiviti, Optum, ClaimsXten)
- Strong background in policy governance, audit/remediation and process improvement / Lean methodologies
- Formal training or coursework in healthcare policy or health economics, clinical informatics or data analytics and/or utilization management or population health
- Ability to effectively influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) (aligns with medical policy + coding roles) required and/or obtained within one year of start date in role
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $182,549.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Behavioral Health Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
U.S. consular officers assess whether your Australian psychology or behavioral science degree directly supports the BHT role. A three-year bachelor's degree from an Australian university is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but your employer's job description must explicitly require that specific field of study.
Target employers with dedicated behavioral health programs
Residential treatment facilities, psychiatric hospitals, and community mental health centers are the most consistent E-3 visa sponsors for BHT roles. These organizations file LCAs regularly and have HR teams familiar with specialty occupation requirements, reducing the risk of a sponsor backing out mid-process.
Confirm the job posting requires a specific degree field
Many BHT postings list a bachelor's degree as preferred rather than required, which disqualifies the role from E-3 eligibility. Before applying, check that the job description specifies psychology, counseling, social work, or a related behavioral science discipline as a minimum qualification.
Ask your employer about LCA filing before accepting an offer
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before you can attend your consulate appointment. Confirm they understand this step and have either legal counsel or a filing service ready, as delays at the LCA stage can push back your start date by weeks.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have a signed offer letter, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the LCA submission, DS-160 preparation, and consulate documentation from end to end. This is especially useful for BHT roles where employers are sponsoring an E-3 for the first time and need structured support.
Search for E-3 sponsorship jobs using Migrate Mate
Generic job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, so you'll waste time on roles where employers won't sponsor E-3 applicants. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for behavioral health technician roles where employers have confirmed E-3 sponsorship willingness.
E-3 Visa Behavioral Health Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Behavioral Health Technician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find BHT roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type, so you'll spend significant time screening out roles where sponsorship isn't available. Migrate Mate surfaces positions specifically suited to Australian professionals on the E-3 visa, saving that screening step.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Behavioral Health Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
A BHT role qualifies as a specialty occupation when the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related behavioral science field. If the posting says a degree is preferred but not required, or accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, the role likely won't meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard for E-3 purposes.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Behavioral Health Technician roles?
The E-3 is significantly more accessible for Australian BHTs than the H-1B visa. The H-1B is subject to an annual cap of 85,000 slots and a randomized lottery, meaning a qualifying offer and petition still carry no guarantee of selection. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been exhausted, so a complete application with a qualifying employer offer will not be blocked by a lottery.
Can I switch BHT employers after arriving in the U.S. on an E-3?
You can change employers on an E-3, but you cannot start working for the new employer until a fresh LCA has been certified by the DOL and, if you're changing status rather than traveling, your new employer's documentation is in order. Unlike the H-1B, there is no portability provision that lets you start immediately upon filing. Plan for a gap between your last day with the old employer and your first day with the new one.