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Health Information Management roles at hospitals, health systems, and payers regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, certifying your role meets specialty occupation and prevailing-wage standards before your I-140 petition advances toward permanent residency.
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This position is National Remote. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Opportunities at Optum, in strategic partnership with Allina Health. As an Optum employee, you will provide support to the Allina Health account. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This position is full time, Friday - Monday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 10-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 3:00pm - 11:00pm CST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
We offer 6 weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of training will be 7:00 am - 3:30 pm CST, Monday - Friday.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Organizes and maintains health information records
- Reviews electronic chart documentation ensuring correct patient, location, and no duplicate information
- Manages requests for documentation and information
- Scans and edits documents in the electronic medical record
- Locates, logs, retrieves, files, and delivers medical records stored in various mediums and systems
- Distributes reports and results
- May train and mentor co-workers
- Analyzes documentation and tracks completion to meet regulatory requirements
- Promotes principles of health information accuracy, transparency, currency, accessibility, relevancy, and reliability
- Other duties as assigned
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma / GED
- Must be 18 years of age OR older
- 1+ years of customer service experience in a healthcare setting
- Experience working with medical records
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel (create, edit, save documents and spreadsheets) and Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar management)
- Ability to train for the first six weeks between Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm CST
- Ability to work full-time, Friday-Monday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 10-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 3:00pm - 11:00pm CST
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of medical terminology experience
- 2+ years of experience in health information management (HIM)
Telecommuting Requirements:
- Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
- Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
- Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $18 - $32 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Health Information Management
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your education and experience to match the job description exactly. A degree in health information management, health informatics, or a closely related field strengthens your labor certification case and reduces the risk of a DOL audit.
Target employers with active EB-3 filing history
Large health systems, academic medical centers, and hospital networks file PERM petitions far more frequently than small clinics. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have sponsored green cards for health information roles specifically.
Verify your role's O*NET classification early
Health information management jobs span several O*NET codes, and the one your employer uses on the PERM application must accurately reflect your actual duties. A mismatch between job duties and the SOC code can trigger a DOL audit or denial.
Check prevailing wages before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific job title and location before accepting an offer. Your employer must pay at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage, so knowing the number protects you during salary discussions.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer
Roles requiring a bachelor's degree qualify for EB-3; roles requiring a master's degree or specialized credentials like RHIA can qualify for EB-2. Ask the employer which category they plan to file under, since it affects your priority date and wait time.
Confirm USCIS filing intent before accepting an offer
Not every employer willing to extend a job offer is prepared to sponsor a green card. Before signing, ask HR directly whether they have sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 petitions before and whether their legal team handles PERM filings in-house or through outside counsel.
Green Card Health Information Management: Frequently Asked Questions
Do health information management jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the role's requirements. EB-3 covers positions that require a bachelor's degree, which includes most health information management analyst and specialist roles. EB-2 applies when the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials such as the RHIA with substantial specialized experience. Your employer specifies the category in the PERM application.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this field?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery, while PERM leads to permanent residency with no cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The PERM process requires your employer to complete a supervised labor market test before filing your I-140 petition, making it more involved but resulting in a path to a green card rather than a renewable temporary status.
How long does the PERM and EB-3 green card process take for health information management professionals?
DOL currently processes most PERM applications within six to twelve months, though audited cases take longer. After PERM certification, your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS, and you file I-485 to adjust status once a visa number is available. For most countries outside India and China, the full process from PERM filing to green card approval can take two to four years.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for health information management roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search for health information management jobs specifically filtered by employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a specific employer does not sponsor PERM petitions for this job category.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved but before I receive my green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Health information management roles generally port well within the broader health informatics and health services category, but confirm the SOC code match with your attorney before switching.