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Regulatory Specialist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the DOL before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs apply, so your nationality and priority date determine your wait for lawful permanent residency.
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OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.
Expected pay for this position is $36.94 - $43.46/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.
Position Summary:
The Regulatory Affairs Specialist serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for all accreditation, certification, and regulatory programs (e.g., TJC, IDPH, specialty certifications) and is accountable for providing feedback to operating units for continuous survey readiness and sustained compliance. This role leads mock surveys, tracers, and readiness assessments; prepares and submits regulatory violation responses; facilitates recovery and performance improvement efforts; and monitors corrective action plans for completion and effectiveness. In partnership with clinical and operational leaders, the Specialist proactively identifies regulatory risk, develops and communicates an annual risk assessment to prioritize high-risk monitoring, and serves as a primary liaison during surveys and certifications. The role provides expert regulatory guidance and supports quality, safety, and compliance goals.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a clinical field
Experience: 2 years of practice in healthcare area of expertise
Other Skills/ Knowledge:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure/ Certification: Active RN license, current state license in field of study, Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS), and/or Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Total Rewards:
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.
Expected pay for this position is $36.94 - $43.46/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.
Position Summary:
The Regulatory Affairs Specialist serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for all accreditation, certification, and regulatory programs (e.g., TJC, IDPH, specialty certifications) and is accountable for providing feedback to operating units for continuous survey readiness and sustained compliance. This role leads mock surveys, tracers, and readiness assessments; prepares and submits regulatory violation responses; facilitates recovery and performance improvement efforts; and monitors corrective action plans for completion and effectiveness. In partnership with clinical and operational leaders, the Specialist proactively identifies regulatory risk, develops and communicates an annual risk assessment to prioritize high-risk monitoring, and serves as a primary liaison during surveys and certifications. The role provides expert regulatory guidance and supports quality, safety, and compliance goals.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a clinical field
Experience: 2 years of practice in healthcare area of expertise
Other Skills/ Knowledge:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure/ Certification: Active RN license, current state license in field of study, Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS), and/or Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Regulatory Specialist
Map your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 covers Regulatory Specialists with an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive regulatory experience. EB-3 covers those with a four-year degree. Confirm which category fits before targeting employers, since PERM documentation requirements differ between the two.
Pull your O*NET occupation profile early
Regulatory Specialist roles span pharmaceuticals, medical devices, financial services, and environmental compliance. Your O*NET occupation profile lists the standard duties and minimum education requirements DOL expects to see reflected in your PERM job description, so misalignment at this stage can trigger audits.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Regulatory Specialist green card sponsorship is concentrated in regulated industries with active PERM filing histories. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based sponsorship records, searchable by role and location, so you can target companies already familiar with the PERM process for this occupation.
Ask about prevailing wage tier before accepting
Your employer's PERM filing locks in a specific wage level from the OFLC Wage Search for your geographic area. If the offered salary sits at Level I but your experience supports Level II or higher, that gap can complicate both PERM approval and future salary negotiations after your green card is issued.
Understand your priority date before PERM starts
Nationals of India and China face significant backlogs in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories due to per-country annual limits. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin for your category and country before your employer begins recruitment, so you can plan your timeline with realistic expectations about when a visa number may become available.
Protect your priority date if you change employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition. AC21 job portability also lets you change to a same or similar regulatory role once your I-485 has been pending 180 days, without losing your place in the queue.
Green Card Regulatory Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Regulatory Specialist roles?
Most Regulatory Specialists qualify under EB-2 or EB-3 depending on their credentials. EB-2 applies if you hold an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive regulatory experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a four-year degree. Your employer's PERM filing must document the minimum requirements of the specific position, so the job description needs to align with your actual qualifications.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Regulatory Specialists?
H-1B visa is a temporary work status requiring periodic renewal, while green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers are available, then file a labor certification with DOL before petitioning USCIS via Form I-140. Priority-date backlogs can extend the timeline significantly depending on your nationality and category.
How do I find employers that sponsor green cards for Regulatory Specialists?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship histories, searchable by job title and location. Focusing on regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and financial services improves your odds, since these sectors regularly sponsor Regulatory Specialists and have established PERM workflows that speed up the process for repeat filings.
What happens to my green card case if I change jobs after PERM is filed?
If your I-140 has been approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition, preserving your place in the queue. If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 job portability lets you move to a same or similar regulatory occupation without losing your priority date, as long as the new role falls within a comparable SOC classification.
Does my nationality affect how long green card sponsorship takes for Regulatory Specialists?
Yes. Employment-based green cards have per-country annual limits, and nationals of high-demand countries like India and China can face multi-year waits in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories even after PERM is certified and the I-140 is approved. Nationals from most other countries typically see much shorter waits. The USCIS Visa Bulletin tracks current priority dates by category and country of birth.