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Authorization Specialist roles sit at the intersection of compliance, identity verification, and access control, all areas where employers routinely file H-1B petitions for candidates with specialized credentials. Most open positions require a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses to evaluate H-1B eligibility.
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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 hour shifts
Recruiter Contact: Melissa Leota at [email protected]
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Researches, obtains authorizations, insurance verifications, clinical documentation, prescription information and financial ability information needed to ensure when a prescriber writes a Specialty (high price, high risk and high touch) medication, so that the patient is able to initiate therapy in a timely and cost efficient manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Two (2) years of experience in Prior Authorizations in either a Pharmacy or a Clinical setting required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Ability to understand and analyze lab and clinical data within the patient’s EMR.
- Ability to understand third party payer and insurance complexities.
- Ability to communicate professionally with all patients, peers, providers.
- Ability to train new hires.
- Ability to multitask due to the high volume of phone calls.
- Ability to know and understand complex therapies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Pharmacy technician or Pharmacy billing experience with Insurers and Third Party payers 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: Non Bargained
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8 hour shifts
Recruiter Contact: Melissa Leota at [email protected]
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Researches, obtains authorizations, insurance verifications, clinical documentation, prescription information and financial ability information needed to ensure when a prescriber writes a Specialty (high price, high risk and high touch) medication, so that the patient is able to initiate therapy in a timely and cost efficient manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Two (2) years of experience in Prior Authorizations in either a Pharmacy or a Clinical setting required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Ability to understand and analyze lab and clinical data within the patient’s EMR.
- Ability to understand third party payer and insurance complexities.
- Ability to communicate professionally with all patients, peers, providers.
- Ability to train new hires.
- Ability to multitask due to the high volume of phone calls.
- Ability to know and understand complex therapies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Pharmacy technician or Pharmacy billing experience with Insurers and Third Party payers 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: Non Bargained
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Authorization Specialist
Map your degree to the specialty occupation standard
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the Authorization Specialist role. Pull the O*NET profile for this occupation to document the theoretical and practical knowledge requirements before your employer files the I-129.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Authorization Specialist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code. That filing history confirms the employer already knows the H-1B process and won't be starting from scratch with your petition.
Verify the wage level before your employer files
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job title. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself before the offer stage so you can flag any mismatch between your offered salary and the certified wage tier.
Check whether your employer is E-Verify enrolled
Authorization Specialist roles often involve identity verification workflows that overlap with E-Verify compliance. Employers already enrolled in E-Verify are operationally familiar with work authorization documentation, which typically accelerates the onboarding side of your H-1B transfer.
Build a credential file before your first interview
Gather transcripts, professional certifications, and any clearance or compliance documentation your role requires. Authorization Specialist positions frequently support regulated industries where USCIS may issue an RFE requesting evidence that your credentials match the specialty occupation definition.
Negotiate your start date around premium processing timelines
Standard H-1B processing runs several months. If your employer doesn't elect premium processing through USCIS, build that timeline into your start date negotiation. A 60-day gap between your current status expiration and a delayed start date puts you in a difficult position.
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Find Authorization Specialist JobsAuthorization Specialist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Authorization Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as information systems, cybersecurity, computer science, or a compliance-focused discipline. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title. If the role involves identity management, access control frameworks, or regulatory compliance, the specialty occupation standard is typically met when the employer documents the degree requirement in the LCA and I-129.
How do I find Authorization Specialist employers who already sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Authorization Specialist roles by verified H-1B sponsorship history, pulling from DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data. This means every employer you see has already filed LCAs for this occupation, not just self-reported a willingness to sponsor. That distinction matters when you're evaluating whether to invest time in an application.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Authorization Specialist role mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status and the new role qualifies as a specialty occupation. The new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 before your first day. Your previous employer's approval is not required.
What happens if my Authorization Specialist role shifts significantly after my H-1B is approved?
A material change in job duties, location, or employer requires an amended H-1B petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect. Authorization Specialist roles can drift toward IT management or expand into PERM-adjacent compliance work over time. Document any title or duty changes with your HR team, and confirm with your employer whether an amendment is required.
Does working as an Authorization Specialist in a regulated industry affect my H-1B application?
Regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, or federal contracting can strengthen your specialty occupation argument because the compliance and access control functions in those environments typically require specific degree training. However, if the role requires a federal security clearance, confirm with your employer that the clearance process is compatible with your current status before USCIS adjudicates the petition.
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