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Transition Specialist roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when tied to a specialty occupation requiring a relevant bachelor's degree. The E-3 has no lottery, runs on two-year renewable periods, and the 10,500 annual allocation has never been exhausted, giving Australian professionals a reliable path into workforce development, career coaching, and organizational change roles.
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Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Responsible for supporting the pharmaceutical needs of patients during the transition period from hospital setting through discharge to home. Ensures continuity of care by facilitating communication between health care providers, patients, and pharmacists, with the goal of optimizing medication management in reducing hospital readmissions and additional quality improvement metrics. Uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information to process prescriptions. Assists pharmacists in performing technical duties related to the distribution of drugs to patients. Develops strong relationships with colleagues and patients.
Job Duties
- Assist in promoting a safe and effective patient discharge plan related to patient medications.
- Assures all medications are properly labeled, verified by a pharmacist, and dispensed in a timely manner.
- Document all transition-related activities in patient record.
- Fills medication orders accurately and efficiently.
- Coordinate the delivery of medications to the bedside.
- Assists pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription orders and coordinating post-discharge follow-up care.
- Prioritizes workload, maintains organization, and coordinates activities with other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to resolve medication order discrepancies.
- Communicate patient medication related questions or concerns to the pharmacist.
- Support efforts to reduce hospital readmissions by ensuring proper medication adherence.
- Assist in enrolling patients in pharmacy software system.
- Assist in reviewing coverage and affordability with patients and identifying payment options.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- 2 years pharmacy experience.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good math skills needed for counting, measuring, and weighing medications.
- Basic computer skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Strong time management, prioritization, and adaptability skills.
- Understanding of prescription insurance coverage.
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Upon Hire and
- RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years pharmacy experience.
- Knowledge and ability to use any technology, equipment, or computers necessary for preparation and distribution of medications.
- Knowledge of brand name/generic medications.
- Knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical and medical terminology, as well as pharmaceutical calculations.
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Upon Hire
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 18103-6202, Allentown, United States
Pharmacy Transition of Care Coordinator
Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Responsible for supporting the pharmaceutical needs of patients during the transition period from hospital setting through discharge to home. Ensures continuity of care by facilitating communication between health care providers, patients, and pharmacists, with the goal of optimizing medication management in reducing hospital readmissions and additional quality improvement metrics. Uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information to process prescriptions. Assists pharmacists in performing technical duties related to the distribution of drugs to patients. Develops strong relationships with colleagues and patients.
Job Duties
- Assist in promoting a safe and effective patient discharge plan related to patient medications.
- Assures all medications are properly labeled, verified by a pharmacist, and dispensed in a timely manner.
- Document all transition-related activities in patient record.
- Fills medication orders accurately and efficiently.
- Coordinate the delivery of medications to the bedside.
- Assists pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription orders and coordinating post-discharge follow-up care.
- Prioritizes workload, maintains organization, and coordinates activities with other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to resolve medication order discrepancies.
- Communicate patient medication related questions or concerns to the pharmacist.
- Support efforts to reduce hospital readmissions by ensuring proper medication adherence.
- Assist in enrolling patients in pharmacy software system.
- Assist in reviewing coverage and affordability with patients and identifying payment options.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- 2 years pharmacy experience.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good math skills needed for counting, measuring, and weighing medications.
- Basic computer skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Strong time management, prioritization, and adaptability skills.
- Understanding of prescription insurance coverage.
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Upon Hire and
- RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years pharmacy experience.
- Knowledge and ability to use any technology, equipment, or computers necessary for preparation and distribution of medications.
- Knowledge of brand name/generic medications.
- Knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical and medical terminology, as well as pharmaceutical calculations.
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Upon Hire
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 18103-6202, Allentown, United States
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Transition Specialist
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Your Australian degree must map to the specific Transition Specialist role, not just any related field. A degree in counseling, organizational psychology, or human resource development strengthens your specialty occupation argument far more than a general business credential.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify employers who have filed LCAs for Transition Specialist or related workforce development titles. Prior LCA activity signals an employer already understands the E-3 visa sponsorship process.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Transition Specialist roles with E-3 sponsorship are scattered across government contractors, outplacement firms, and large HR departments. Use Migrate Mate to search verified E-3 sponsoring employers so you're only applying where sponsorship is genuinely on offer.
Prepare your credential documentation before offer stage
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but your employer will need documentation confirming this for the LCA. Gather official transcripts and, if your degree is in a related discipline, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator.
Confirm the LCA is filed before your consulate appointment
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from the DOL before you can attend your visa interview. Consulate appointments booked without a certified LCA in hand will stall your start date, so coordinate your timeline with HR and use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork without delays.
Address nonimmigrant intent directly at your interview
Transition Specialists who coach employees through career changes sometimes face consular questions about long-term U.S. intent. Prepare clear, specific answers about your role's temporary nature and your ties to Australia, since the E-3 requires demonstrating nonimmigrant intent at each renewal.
E-3 Visa Transition Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Transition Specialist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise E-3 sponsorship by name, which makes filtering by employer sponsorship history the most reliable approach. Migrate Mate surfaces Transition Specialist roles at employers with verified E-3 and LCA filing records, so you can focus your applications on organizations that have already navigated the process rather than educating employers from scratch.
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 Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It can, but the classification depends on how the role is defined and what degree requirement the employer attaches to it. Roles grounded in organizational psychology, human resources, vocational rehabilitation, or counseling, where a specific bachelor's degree in that field is genuinely required, have a strong specialty occupation argument. Generic coaching or coordination titles without a firm degree requirement in a specific discipline are harder to defend.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Transition Specialist roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no lottery, so there's no random selection event between you and a job offer. The H-1B visa runs through an annual cap lottery with a roughly 25 percent selection rate. For Transition Specialist roles, where the specialty occupation argument can be nuanced, avoiding the H-1B lottery also means you don't spend months in limbo waiting to find out whether you even have a path forward.
Can I transfer my E-3 to a new Transition Specialist employer?
Yes, but the process starts fresh with each employer. Your new employer files a new LCA with the DOL and you obtain a new E-3 visa stamp, typically through a consulate appointment in Australia or at a third-country post. There's no transfer or portability mechanism like the one available under certain H-1B change-of-employer rules, so factor that timeline into any job change decision.