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Design Project Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available. Employers in architecture, product development, and creative agencies regularly file PERM petitions for this role, making sponsorship more accessible than many candidates expect.
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INTRODUCTION
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!
This job assumes responsibility for the authority and accountability of the management of designated laboratory areas. This job is key in the planning, leading, organizing and supporting of the activities and resources related to quality patient care, human resources management and laboratory function and assumes responsibility for financial management of the laboratory cost centers assigned and has accountability for establishing and monitoring operating and capital budgets. In conjunction with the physician supervisors, provides direction for assigned unit(s) in an efficient cost-effective manner while keeping quality care and service to patients as the primary goal and assumes responsibility for translating the Institutions' and the Laboratory's mission, goals, objectives, policies and procedures into effective action.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Education
Required - Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science. Copy of Transcript.
Preferred - Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or laboratory-related field.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required - 5 years relevant clinical lab experience including 3 years at the supervisory level.
CERTIFICATIONS
Required - Current license in the state of practice (if applicable).
Required - ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist. Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Demonstrates good judgement in performing duties and conflict resolution.
JOB DUTIES
- Coordinates development of annual budget and regularly monitors budget compliance. Evaluates existing systems for cost effectiveness and efficiency.
- Oversees the timely implementation of institutional/department plans and objectives ensuring the effective cost management and efficient utilization of resources. Manages employee growth and development through coaching, counseling and corrective actions.
- Ensures consistent compliance with all regulatory agency mandates.
- Participates and encourages the active participation in the department’s performance improvement initiatives.
- Maintains comprehensive knowledge of institutional/departmental policies and promotes consistent interpretation and adherence. Provides new policy information and updates to employees on a timely basis. Readily accepts appointments as Laboratory Administration Representative for institution/departmental committees, task forces, etc.
- Other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Design Project Manager
Document your design credentials before applying
Gather degree transcripts, project portfolios, and professional certifications before outreach begins. PERM petitions require evidence that your qualifications match the job description precisely, so credential gaps flagged late in the process can delay your I-140 filing by months.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Architecture firms, product companies, and in-house creative teams at large corporations file PERM petitions for Design Project Managers more frequently than boutique agencies. Search DOL disclosure data to confirm a studio has sponsored roles at your seniority level before investing time in an application.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate lets you filter Design Project Manager openings by green card sponsorship history, so your outreach focuses on companies that have already run the PERM process for comparable roles.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 fits your background
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a standard bachelor's degree. Knowing which category you qualify for helps you negotiate job descriptions that support the correct petition tier with USCIS.
Align your job offer letter with PERM requirements
The PERM-certified job description binds your employer throughout the green card process. Vague duties like 'oversee design work' create audit risk at DOL. Push for specific language covering budget authority, cross-functional team leadership, and deliverable ownership before your employer files.
Account for priority date backlogs by nationality
EB-3 is current for most countries, but applicants born in India and China face multi-year waits even after I-140 approval. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting an offer so you understand how long adjustment of status will realistically take after your petition clears.
Green Card Design Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Design Project Manager roles actually qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Yes. Design Project Manager positions typically require a bachelor's degree in design, architecture, or a related field, which satisfies EB-3 professional requirements. Candidates with a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience can qualify for EB-2. The O*NET classification for this role supports specialty occupation standing, which strengthens the PERM petition.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a three-year initial period and an annual lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship is permanent and has no annual lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six to twelve months before USCIS even reviews the I-140 petition, making green card sponsorship a longer but more stable path than H-1B for Design Project Managers.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a Design Project Manager for a green card?
Large architecture and engineering firms, technology companies with in-house design teams, consumer goods companies, and healthcare organizations with significant product development pipelines file PERM petitions for this role most consistently. Smaller boutique studios rarely sponsor because the legal costs and recruitment obligations under PERM are difficult to absorb. Filtering by PERM filing history using Migrate Mate narrows your search to employers who have already committed to the process.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must conduct a documented recruitment campaign showing no qualified U.S. worker applied for the role. This includes job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal notices meeting DOL requirements. The employer then files ETA Form 9089 with DOL. If certified, they proceed to the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The entire process requires your employer to maintain records for five years in case of a DOL audit.
Can I negotiate the job description to strengthen my green card petition?
The job description filed with PERM becomes the permanent definition of your role throughout the green card process, including at adjustment of status. Descriptions that specify a required degree field, minimum years of experience managing cross-functional design projects, and budget or deliverable responsibility make the EB-2 or EB-3 classification harder to challenge. Work with your employer before filing to ensure the description reflects your actual responsibilities and supports your credential tier.