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Engineering Program Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which lets U.S. employers permanently sponsor advanced-degree professionals and skilled engineers. Employers file the I-140 immigrant petition after PERM approval, putting you on a path to lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable work visa.
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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 an Engineering Program Manager
Frame your credentials around PERM requirements
PERM ties your green card to the minimum requirements the employer lists for the role. Document your degree, PMP certification, and program management experience against those stated minimums before your employer files, so the labor certification reflects your actual qualifications.
Target employers with dedicated immigration programs
Engineering Program Manager roles at large aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and enterprise tech firms come with in-house immigration teams already familiar with PERM timelines. Prioritize organizations that have filed multiple EB-2 and EB-3 petitions to avoid educating a first-time sponsor mid-process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Searching broadly misses companies actively filing PERM applications for program management roles. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you spend your time on companies already set up to sponsor your category.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level or USCIS will deny the I-140. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the Engineering Program Manager SOC code in your target city before your offer letter is finalized.
Understand your priority date and country backlog early
EB-3 has no annual cap concerns for many countries, but nationals from India and China face multi-year backlogs even after I-140 approval. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin from the State Department to model your realistic wait before committing to a sponsoring employer.
Prepare for the supervised recruitment audit window
PERM requires your employer to run a good-faith recruitment campaign and document that no qualified U.S. workers applied. If DOL selects the application for audit, you'll need performance reviews, job descriptions, and correspondence ready. Start organizing those records the moment your employer agrees to sponsor.
Green Card Engineering Program Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Engineering Program Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Engineering Program Manager positions typically qualify for both categories. EB-2 applies when the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent, which is common for senior program managers overseeing complex technical portfolios. EB-3 covers roles where a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is the stated minimum. The classification depends on how your employer structures the PERM job requirements, not on your own credentials above that floor.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a six-year base limit and annual lottery exposure. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent residence, with no lottery and no renewal cycle once you're approved. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months, and I-140 adjudication adds more time on top. For program managers on H-1B, many employers file both concurrently to preserve your status while the green card processes.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring green cards for Engineering Program Managers?
Most job postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship explicitly, so searching by job title alone misses the picture. Migrate Mate filters roles specifically by employment-based green card sponsorship history, letting you target employers who have already gone through the PERM process for similar positions. That filtering saves months of outreach to companies that have no infrastructure or appetite for permanent sponsorship.
Can my employer start the PERM process before I have a permanent offer letter?
PERM requires a bona fide job offer for a permanent, full-time position, but it doesn't require that you be in the role yet. Employers often file while you're still on H-1B or OPT, using a future employment date. The job description filed with DOL must match the actual role you'll perform, so vague or inflated requirements can trigger an audit or denial later.
What happens to my green card petition if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved for more than 180 days, you can port the priority date and petition to a new employer in the same or similar occupational category under AC21 portability rules. Engineering Program Manager roles are broadly classified, so moving to a comparable program management position at a different company generally qualifies. If the I-140 hasn't been approved yet, the petition is tied to the original employer and you'd need to restart the PERM process with the new company.