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QA Lead roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree level and the employer's job requirements. PERM labor certification is the first step, requiring your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Software quality assurance leadership positions consistently meet the specialty occupation standard that supports sponsorship.
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Career area
Facility
Position Type
Full Time
Date Posted
06/11/2026
Location
Madera, CA 93636, United States
Job ID
JOB_POSTING-3-1878
Job Summary:
The SPD Technician Quality Assurance Lead is accountable for precepting and overseeing the training of new hires and preceptors, re-evaluation, and documentation in collaboration with the SPD Educator. This position is responsible for the daily audits of sterilization and cleaning equipment to meet requirements (i.e. for CDPH and The Joint Commission), along with collaboration on process improvement with SPD Leadership. This person will perform audits of instrumentation, medical devices, and processes. The role includes performing audits on patient care equipment in CED in collaboration with the CED Supervisor. The incumbent will print various reports in an instrument tracking system. This person will serve as a role model in Sterile Processing standards and regulations for staff.
Qualifications:
Education
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
Licenses and Certifications
- CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist - HSPA - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (required)
- CBSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certified Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (required) Or
- CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - HSPA - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (required)
Work Experience
- Minimum five (5) years Progressively responsible experience, which includes specialty instrumentation, devices, and equipment. (required)
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer Skills Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Range:
$26.65 - $37.90
Workshift:
Varied (United States of America)
Position Exempt:
No
FTE %:
100
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Daily Hours:
8
Have Questions?
Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org
Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
Job Details
Career area
Facility
Position Type
Full Time
Date Posted
06/11/2026
Location
Madera, CA 93636, United States
Job ID
JOB_POSTING-3-1878
Job Summary:
The SPD Technician Quality Assurance Lead is accountable for precepting and overseeing the training of new hires and preceptors, re-evaluation, and documentation in collaboration with the SPD Educator. This position is responsible for the daily audits of sterilization and cleaning equipment to meet requirements (i.e. for CDPH and The Joint Commission), along with collaboration on process improvement with SPD Leadership. This person will perform audits of instrumentation, medical devices, and processes. The role includes performing audits on patient care equipment in CED in collaboration with the CED Supervisor. The incumbent will print various reports in an instrument tracking system. This person will serve as a role model in Sterile Processing standards and regulations for staff.
Qualifications:
Education
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
Licenses and Certifications
- CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist - HSPA - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (required)
- CBSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certified Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (required) Or
- CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - HSPA - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (required)
Work Experience
- Minimum five (5) years Progressively responsible experience, which includes specialty instrumentation, devices, and equipment. (required)
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer Skills Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Range:
$26.65 - $37.90
Workshift:
Varied (United States of America)
Position Exempt:
No
FTE %:
100
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Daily Hours:
8
Have Questions?
Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org
Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in QA Lead
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to specify a minimum education requirement tied to the role, not your personal background. Document how your QA Lead experience maps to a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field before applications begin.
Target employers with active EB-3 filing history
Search OFLC PERM disclosure data to identify companies that have sponsored QA or software quality roles in the past three years. Employers already familiar with the PERM process are far less likely to withdraw an offer mid-filing.
Find green card sponsoring QA employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history. Search specifically for QA Lead roles to surface companies whose hiring patterns show they sponsor foreign professionals through the EB-2 or EB-3 process.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
DOL requires your employer to pay the PERM prevailing wage for your location and job level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level II or III wage for your SOC code before negotiating, so you can confirm the offer will clear the DOL threshold.
Clarify the employer's I-140 filing intent upfront
PERM approval alone does not secure your green card. Ask the hiring manager explicitly whether the company will also file the I-140 immigrant petition and whether they cover that filing cost, since many employers treat it as a separate decision from PERM.
Use O*NET to strengthen your specialty occupation case
The O*NET profile for Quality Control Systems Managers documents the specialized knowledge and degree requirements that support an EB-2 or EB-3 petition. Referencing this profile in your job description documentation helps USCIS confirm the role meets the specialty occupation standard.
Green Card QA Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Do QA Lead roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most QA Lead positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Roles that require an advanced degree or demonstrate a recognized level of specialized expertise in software quality systems may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's job description language determines which category USCIS applies during the I-140 adjudication.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a QA Lead?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 new visas annually, and subject to lottery selection. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual numeric cap on petitions filed, though visa number availability varies by country of birth. The process takes longer, typically two to four years for most nationalities, but the outcome is permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a QA Lead role?
Your employer files PERM with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period, typically 60 to 90 days, to document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. DOL then certifies that the position meets prevailing wage and labor market requirements. PERM approval is not a visa or green card approval but is a required prerequisite before your employer can file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
How can I find QA Lead jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for QA Lead roles at employers with a documented history of employment-based green card sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship history saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about immigration support after an offer, when the employer may not have an established PERM process in place.
Can my employer start the green card process while I am on H-1B status as a QA Lead?
Yes. Concurrent H-1B status and a pending PERM or I-140 is common and does not create a conflict. Filing PERM does not require you to disclose immigrant intent in a way that jeopardizes your H-1B nonimmigrant status. Once your I-140 is approved, you may also become eligible for extended H-1B renewals beyond the standard six-year limit under AC21 portability rules.