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Utilization Management Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which lets U.S. healthcare employers permanently hire foreign professionals. Insurers, hospital systems, and managed care organizations regularly file I-140 petitions for candidates with clinical review and utilization review credentials.
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Get Access To All JobsPenn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 4:30p
Recruiter Contact: Denisse M. Rosado at drosado1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for the review of clinical documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), comparing it to the nationally accepted and evidence-based criteria to certify an admission to the facility, and for concurrent/continued stay review as appropriate. Also responsible for maintaining compliance with the CMS Conditions of Participation for Utilization Management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Master's Degree in Nursing required
- 3 years of advanced clinical experience in a hospital setting required
- Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by the state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact
- Demonstrated ability to problem-solve complex, multidimensional situations required
- Ability to successfully manage conflict and negotiate "win-win" solutions required
- Strong organizational, task prioritization, and delegation skills required
- Strong oral and written communication skills required
- Ability to work independently required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
- Financial Counseling experience preferred
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 4:30p
Recruiter Contact: Denisse M. Rosado at drosado1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for the review of clinical documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), comparing it to the nationally accepted and evidence-based criteria to certify an admission to the facility, and for concurrent/continued stay review as appropriate. Also responsible for maintaining compliance with the CMS Conditions of Participation for Utilization Management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Master's Degree in Nursing required
- 3 years of advanced clinical experience in a hospital setting required
- Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by the state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact
- Demonstrated ability to problem-solve complex, multidimensional situations required
- Ability to successfully manage conflict and negotiate "win-win" solutions required
- Strong organizational, task prioritization, and delegation skills required
- Strong oral and written communication skills required
- Ability to work independently required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
- Financial Counseling experience preferred
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Utilization Management Specialist
Document your clinical review credentials early
PERM requires your employer to demonstrate you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Gather your nursing license, clinical certifications like CPHM or CCM, and any utilization review training records before your employer begins the prevailing wage determination.
Target managed care organizations with PERM history
Health plans, Medicare Advantage organizations, and third-party administrators file PERM petitions far more often than small practices. Focus your search on employers with in-house HR teams or dedicated immigration counsel, who can sustain a multi-year green card process.
Search open positions through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Utilization Management Specialist roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which healthcare organizations will actually file. Use it to identify PERM-ready employers before you apply.
Understand how EB-2 versus EB-3 affects your timeline
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree and licensure, expect an EB-3 filing. EB-2 applies when the position genuinely requires an advanced degree. Your priority date and country of birth determine your wait, not which tier you file under.
Confirm the prevailing wage matches your offer letter
Your employer files a prevailing wage determination with OFLC before submitting PERM. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify that the wage level assigned to your specific SOC code and work location matches what you've been offered, so there are no surprises during recruitment.
Ask your employer about concurrent filing eligibility
If your priority date is already current when PERM is approved, your employer can file the I-140 and your I-485 adjustment of status concurrently. This collapses the timeline significantly, so ask whether your country of birth and category make you eligible before the I-140 is filed.
Green Card Utilization Management Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Utilization Management Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are possible depending on how the position is defined. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree plus licensure, which covers most utilization management jobs. EB-2 applies when the employer can demonstrate the role genuinely requires an advanced degree, such as an MSN or MHA. Your employer's attorney structures the job requirements during PERM to determine which category fits.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a two- or three-year term and a highly competitive annual lottery. PERM is a permanent labor certification that leads to lawful permanent residency, with no annual lottery at the EB-3 level. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM recruitment and DOL review can take six to twelve months before the I-140 is even filed, but the outcome is a green card, not a temporary status.
Which employers sponsor green cards for Utilization Management Specialists?
Managed care organizations, large hospital systems, Medicare Advantage health plans, and third-party utilization review firms are the most consistent PERM filers for this role. Employers with in-house immigration counsel or established relationships with immigration law firms are far more likely to sustain the multi-year process. Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for employers with active green card sponsorship history in healthcare and utilization management.
Can I switch employers while my green card petition is pending?
Once your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change to a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. Utilization management roles typically qualify as same or similar to other clinical review and care coordination positions, but your new employer must be willing to continue the sponsorship and USCIS must agree the roles are sufficiently similar.
What documents do I need to support my PERM application as a foreign-trained professional?
Your employer files PERM, but you need to supply supporting documentation for your qualifications. This includes foreign degree equivalency evaluations, nursing or clinical licensure in the sponsoring state, any specialty certifications relevant to the job description, and employment verification letters covering prior utilization review experience. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization is standard for meeting DOL education requirements.