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Onboarding Specialist roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3 when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL. Most positions require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, making EB-3 the common path for candidates from high-demand countries.
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At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Mon - Fri, Core Business Hours
Position Summary
The BHN Data & Onboarding Specialist is an integral position for the Behavioral Health Network, responsible for supporting oversight of regulatory requirements. In this role you will provide regulatory oversight for the Networks Epic (Taxonomy and NPI), DOH Credentialing and serve as the point of contact as it pertains to employee and non-employee data.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee Clinical Licensure Program for the Network to include managing WA DOH credential requirements, supervision rules and renewals.
- Auditing, tracking and updating DOH credentials for BHN staff. Partnering with Human Potential to ensure accurate licenses and certifications are loaded into Workday.
- Establish and maintain EPIC taxonomy mapping at onboarding. Track and update NPI in Epic as needed.
- Workflow education and communication for Epic and Workday credential updates, NPI taxonomy update, SERI changes and credential renewals and lapses.
- Point of contact for onboarding new employees and interns, establishing and maintaining DOH credentials, NPI applications, proof of highest degree.
- Monitor federal and state legislation and regulations as they relate to credential changes.
Requirements
- 3 to 5 years experience in provider onboarding, credentialing, medical staff services, HR operations, or clinical program coordination.
- Bachelor’s preferred (Healthcare Administration, Public Health, HR, or related field).
- Prior experience in a Behavioral Health setting preferred.
- Prior experience in NCQA/Joint Commission standards impacting credentialing and supervision documentation.
- Prior experience with EPIC and creating and working with Excel, Google Sheets, audit data mining tools and decision support systems.
- Experience in an administrative role requiring self-direction, critical thinking and communication skills.
- Consideration may be given to internal candidates not meeting minimum qualifications.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $63,232.00 - $91,000.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Join a team that shares your calling
At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Mon - Fri, Core Business Hours
Position Summary
The BHN Data & Onboarding Specialist is an integral position for the Behavioral Health Network, responsible for supporting oversight of regulatory requirements. In this role you will provide regulatory oversight for the Networks Epic (Taxonomy and NPI), DOH Credentialing and serve as the point of contact as it pertains to employee and non-employee data.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee Clinical Licensure Program for the Network to include managing WA DOH credential requirements, supervision rules and renewals.
- Auditing, tracking and updating DOH credentials for BHN staff. Partnering with Human Potential to ensure accurate licenses and certifications are loaded into Workday.
- Establish and maintain EPIC taxonomy mapping at onboarding. Track and update NPI in Epic as needed.
- Workflow education and communication for Epic and Workday credential updates, NPI taxonomy update, SERI changes and credential renewals and lapses.
- Point of contact for onboarding new employees and interns, establishing and maintaining DOH credentials, NPI applications, proof of highest degree.
- Monitor federal and state legislation and regulations as they relate to credential changes.
Requirements
- 3 to 5 years experience in provider onboarding, credentialing, medical staff services, HR operations, or clinical program coordination.
- Bachelor’s preferred (Healthcare Administration, Public Health, HR, or related field).
- Prior experience in a Behavioral Health setting preferred.
- Prior experience in NCQA/Joint Commission standards impacting credentialing and supervision documentation.
- Prior experience with EPIC and creating and working with Excel, Google Sheets, audit data mining tools and decision support systems.
- Experience in an administrative role requiring self-direction, critical thinking and communication skills.
- Consideration may be given to internal candidates not meeting minimum qualifications.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $63,232.00 - $91,000.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Onboarding Specialist
Document your HR credentials before applying
PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications against the job's minimum requirements. Gather your degree transcripts, HR certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR, and any official credentials evaluations before approaching employers about sponsorship.
Target employers with dedicated HR infrastructure
Companies large enough to have an in-house HR team or a designated immigration counsel are far more likely to file PERM for Onboarding Specialists. Mid-to-large enterprises in healthcare, tech, and financial services regularly sponsor HR professionals for green cards.
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Filter by onboarding, HR onboarding, or people operations roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers who have actively filed employment-based green card petitions, saving you from cold-approaching companies unfamiliar with PERM requirements.
Verify the job description matches PERM requirements
The DOL requires that PERM job duties match your actual role exactly. Ask recruiters whether the posted description will serve as the PERM job description, since vague duties like 'assist with HR tasks' can trigger audits or denials.
Understand EB-3 country backlogs before accepting an offer
If you're from India or China, the EB-3 priority date backlog can extend wait times significantly. Review the State Department Visa Bulletin alongside your offer timeline so you understand when you'd actually receive your green card, not just when USCIS approves your I-140.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment at the offer stage
STEM OPT and certain other work authorization statuses require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirming enrollment before you accept an offer prevents employment authorization gaps during the PERM and I-485 filing period.
Green Card Onboarding Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Onboarding Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Onboarding Specialist positions qualify under EB-3, which covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field like human resources or business administration. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or when you pursue a National Interest Waiver, which is rare for standard onboarding roles. Your employer's PERM filing will specify the category based on the job's minimum educational requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Unlike the H-1B visa, employment-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery for most applicants, and EB-3 professional petitions face no numerical cap at the I-140 stage. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 12 to 24 months before USCIS even adjudicates your I-140, but the outcome is permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. For Onboarding Specialists from countries other than India and China, the total timeline to a green card is often more predictable than repeated H-1B renewals.
What does PERM labor certification involve for an Onboarding Specialist position?
Your employer files a PERM application with the DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. This requires a mandatory recruitment period, typically 30 to 60 days, during which the employer must advertise the position and document any applicants. The job description submitted to DOL must precisely match your actual duties, so reviewing it carefully before your employer files protects you from audit delays later.
How can I find Onboarding Specialist jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Onboarding Specialist and HR onboarding roles at companies with active employment-based green card filing history, so you're not guessing whether an employer will sponsor. Targeting employers who have already navigated PERM for similar roles significantly reduces the risk of an employer backing out mid-process due to unfamiliarity with the filing requirements.
Can I switch jobs during the green card process as an Onboarding Specialist?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability rules let you change employers to a similar HR or onboarding role without restarting the process. The new position must be in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. Switching before the 180-day mark restarts the entire PERM filing, so timing your job change carefully against your priority date is essential.