E-3 Visa Transition Of Care Jobs
Transition of Care roles in U.S. health systems require coordinating patient handoffs across acute, post-acute, and community settings, work that qualifies as a specialty occupation under E-3 visa rules. Australian healthcare professionals with a relevant bachelor's degree can secure E-3 sponsorship without entering a lottery, making this one of the more accessible paths to U.S. employment.
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16272
Location
Arlington, TX
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Salary
The annual salary for this position ranges from $98,100 to $115,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- References (minimum of three)
Purpose of Position
The Executive Director for New Student, Transition, and Family Programs provides strategic leadership for orientation, transition, and family engagement initiatives that support new student success, engagement, and retention. The role oversees major programs, collaborates with Student Affairs and Academic Affairs partners, and ensures a seamless transition experience for new students and their families.
Essential Functions
- Develop, plan, implement, and assess comprehensive orientation and transition programs for new first-year, transfer, international, and graduate students and their families, including in-person and virtual orientation options and related transition experiences.
- Provide strategic leadership and daily management for New Student, Transition, and Family Programs, including supervising professional staff, paraprofessionals, and student leaders; setting priorities; and advancing short- and long-term goals.
- Lead the implementation and facilitation of major new student programs and Student Affairs initiatives, including New Maverick Orientation, Blaze Camp, Early Arrival Move-In Orientation, Maverick Kickoff, Convocation, and related events.
- Direct orientation registration, onboarding, and retention coordination with Admissions, the Yield, Onboarding, and Retention Committee, Student Affairs leadership, and campus stakeholders to support a seamless transition experience.
- Oversee orientation and transition technology platforms, including Visual Zen, Slate, Advantage Design Group Online Orientation, CampusESP, and Canvas orientation modules, ensuring effective functionality, compliance, registration processes, and user experience.
- Develop and manage family engagement, communication, and outreach initiatives, including Friends and Family Weekend, guest orientation and welcome events, First Generation, Transfer, and Off-Campus initiatives, and departmental website, publications, and electronic messaging.
- Manage the department’s annual revenue budget, fiscal strategy, expenditure projections, year-end balances, assessment plans, and committee participation to support program effectiveness and departmental priorities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, college student personnel, or a related field and five (5) years of relevant experience to include experience in new student orientation and first-year experience programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Seven (7) years of professional experience with significant experience in orientation/first-year programs.
- Familiarity with programs and services for family members, first-generation students, former transfer students, and other student communities who receive support from departments.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to achieve goals.
- Ability to establish unit priorities.
- Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range unit goals.
- Ability to formulate policy and organize/manage resources.
- Ability to examine and re-engineer operations and procedures.
- Excellent program planning and implementation skills.
- Demonstrated understanding of academia to achieve results in a cross-functional environment.
- Demonstrated supervision skills, including management practices and principles.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive work and educational environment for all UTA students and staff.
- Ability to assist students and parents with concerns.
- Strategic planning, budget preparation, and budget management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, presentation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
- Demonstrated understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying backgrounds.
- Commitment to fostering an equitable workplace culture.
Work Schedule
- Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
- Available to work evenings and weekends as needed, particularly during orientation season
Benefits Information
Position is benefit eligible: Yes
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.
PreEmployment Background Check
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre-employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Job ID
16272
Location
Arlington, TX
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Salary
The annual salary for this position ranges from $98,100 to $115,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- References (minimum of three)
Purpose of Position
The Executive Director for New Student, Transition, and Family Programs provides strategic leadership for orientation, transition, and family engagement initiatives that support new student success, engagement, and retention. The role oversees major programs, collaborates with Student Affairs and Academic Affairs partners, and ensures a seamless transition experience for new students and their families.
Essential Functions
- Develop, plan, implement, and assess comprehensive orientation and transition programs for new first-year, transfer, international, and graduate students and their families, including in-person and virtual orientation options and related transition experiences.
- Provide strategic leadership and daily management for New Student, Transition, and Family Programs, including supervising professional staff, paraprofessionals, and student leaders; setting priorities; and advancing short- and long-term goals.
- Lead the implementation and facilitation of major new student programs and Student Affairs initiatives, including New Maverick Orientation, Blaze Camp, Early Arrival Move-In Orientation, Maverick Kickoff, Convocation, and related events.
- Direct orientation registration, onboarding, and retention coordination with Admissions, the Yield, Onboarding, and Retention Committee, Student Affairs leadership, and campus stakeholders to support a seamless transition experience.
- Oversee orientation and transition technology platforms, including Visual Zen, Slate, Advantage Design Group Online Orientation, CampusESP, and Canvas orientation modules, ensuring effective functionality, compliance, registration processes, and user experience.
- Develop and manage family engagement, communication, and outreach initiatives, including Friends and Family Weekend, guest orientation and welcome events, First Generation, Transfer, and Off-Campus initiatives, and departmental website, publications, and electronic messaging.
- Manage the department’s annual revenue budget, fiscal strategy, expenditure projections, year-end balances, assessment plans, and committee participation to support program effectiveness and departmental priorities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, college student personnel, or a related field and five (5) years of relevant experience to include experience in new student orientation and first-year experience programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Seven (7) years of professional experience with significant experience in orientation/first-year programs.
- Familiarity with programs and services for family members, first-generation students, former transfer students, and other student communities who receive support from departments.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to achieve goals.
- Ability to establish unit priorities.
- Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range unit goals.
- Ability to formulate policy and organize/manage resources.
- Ability to examine and re-engineer operations and procedures.
- Excellent program planning and implementation skills.
- Demonstrated understanding of academia to achieve results in a cross-functional environment.
- Demonstrated supervision skills, including management practices and principles.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive work and educational environment for all UTA students and staff.
- Ability to assist students and parents with concerns.
- Strategic planning, budget preparation, and budget management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, presentation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
- Demonstrated understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying backgrounds.
- Commitment to fostering an equitable workplace culture.
Work Schedule
- Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
- Available to work evenings and weekends as needed, particularly during orientation season
Benefits Information
Position is benefit eligible: Yes
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.
PreEmployment Background Check
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre-employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
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Verify your credential equivalency before applying
Australian nursing or allied health degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but your employer's HR team may ask for a formal credential evaluation. Request one from a DOL-recognised evaluation service before your first interview.
Target health systems with existing LCA history
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems file Labor Condition Applications regularly and have established HR workflows for E-3 visa sponsorship. Smaller outpatient practices may be willing but unfamiliar with the LCA process, which adds negotiation time.
Find Transition of Care roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters E-3 visa jobs by role and employer sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to positions where the hiring team has never processed an LCA. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Frame your scope of practice for U.S. hiring managers
Australian Transition of Care coordinators often hold broader discharge-planning responsibilities than U.S. counterparts. Translate your case management, care coordination, and community referral experience into terminology U.S. hiring managers recognise from their own staffing models.
Confirm specialty occupation status before accepting an offer
The E-3 requires the role to be a specialty occupation, meaning a bachelor's degree in a specific field is normally required for the position. Ask your prospective employer to confirm the job description reflects this standard before you proceed to the LCA stage with USCIS.
Align your start date with LCA and consulate timelines
DOL typically certifies an LCA within seven business days, but consulate appointment availability in Sydney or Melbourne varies. Build at least six to eight weeks between offer acceptance and your intended U.S. start date to avoid renegotiating with your employer.
E-3 Visa Transition Of Care: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Transition of Care jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Transition of Care roles filtered by E-3 sponsorship. Many health systems list roles without explicitly advertising visa support, so searching a platform built around E-3 employer history saves you from pursuing positions where the hiring team has never filed an LCA. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where sponsorship is a realistic option, not just a checkbox on the job posting.
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 Transition of Care role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, in most cases. Transition of Care coordinator and manager roles typically require a bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or a related health field, which satisfies the specialty occupation definition. Roles framed as entry-level case aides or support positions may not meet the threshold, so confirm the job description specifies a degree requirement before proceeding with your application.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Transition of Care professionals?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian Transition of Care professionals. There's no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and employers can file an LCA and support your consulate application on a standard hiring timeline. The H-1B visa requires winning a random selection process that runs once a year, meaning a missed lottery can delay your U.S. start by 12 months or more.
What documents do I need to support an E-3 application for a healthcare coordination role?
You'll need your Australian passport, a certified copy of your degree transcripts, a letter from your employer confirming the job offer and specialty occupation nature of the role, and the certified LCA from DOL. If your degree is in a field slightly adjacent to your role, a credential evaluation letter strengthens the application by documenting the direct connection between your qualification and the position.