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Automation Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. Employers filing LCAs for these positions must meet DOL prevailing wage requirements, and the annual H-1B cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Primary responsibility is to initiate and guide Hospital Automation strategy in the US Acute Care marketplace. This position will work with the US Acute Care Territory Managers, Regional Directors, and Clinical Specialists in important evaluations along with the sales team to capture these target sites. This position is also responsible for targeting and creation of an in-house technology (Safety Net (SN) and Iris) Pipeline. Responsibility for regional and national KOL’s to speak for and endorse use of Patient SafetyNet, Iris, and Clinical Alarm Management with premium Masimo solutions.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Work with Territory Managers and Regional Directors to identify new opportunities;
- Develop and maintain a SN, Iris, Connectivity, Analytics and clinical alarm management pipeline;
- Present the clinical, operational, and financial benefits of the Automation portfolio;
- Accountable for improving the sales teams ability to present the clinical, operational, and financial benefits of Patient Safety Net and Iris;
- Function as subject matter expert in SafetyNet Alarm Management, Data Solution subject matter expert. Collaborate with the Acute Team to expand opportunities and pipeline;
- Present technical solutions in the Automation portfolio in the pre-sale process in collaboration with Territory Manager;
- Develop a sales process and perfect quotations for customers in concert with Senior Director Corporate Accounts;
- Work with Clinical Specialist to support customer needs post-sale;
- Support local, regional, national trade shows as necessary;
- Identify / document care unit and IT system profiles for assigned facilities;
- Effectively articulate information in clinical studies regarding Masimo technologies;
- Displays emotional intelligence and the ability to successfully work as part of a team;
- Collaborates with Masimo Team Members including Sales Managers, Corporate Accounts, IDN and Clinical Specialist, Sales Administration and Customer Service, and Implementation where team selling is appropriate, and provides critical information to marketing and upper management including market trends and competitive activity;
- Collaborates with the Clinical Team to coordinate clinical evaluations of Masimo’s Automation technology to establish for vocal, credible clinical champions (VCCCs);
- Create and maintain CRM database of key account information including Pipeline, account profiles with updates on current status and next steps in establishing targeted VCCCs;
- List of sales opportunities with a realistic sales forecast data;
- Must be able to travel at least 60% of the time;
- Perform special projects as requested;
Minimum Qualifications
- Healthcare sales background - min 1 to 3 years in Healthcare, preferably, informatics, clinical engineering or health care IT;
- Clinical knowledge as demonstrated by previous sales/marketing history. Must be able to deeply discuss the Automation models and how to deliver value in all care units within the continuum of care (home health to Perioperative setting and back);
- Technical aptitude (for Automation products) could be demonstrated by undergraduate degree, hands-on experience in the healthcare delivery organization, or comparable sales or marketing work;
- Formal training or studies in art of selling;
- Demonstrated, quantifiable sales ability;
- Team Player; with a history of successful collaboration;
- Strong sense of ambition, self-motivation and self-discipline;
- Superior verbal and written communication skills and exceptional ability to lead group presentations;
- Understands and Displays Emotional Intelligence;
- History of successfully managing customer interactions;
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Travel and overnight stays are required, as well as a valid driver’s license;
Preferred Qualifications
- Background knowledge of Hospital IT and EMR connectivity and current product landscape;
- Familiarity of IHE PCD frameworks a plus;
- Familiarity of clinical use cases for medical device integration a plus;
- Background knowledge of health IT sales cycle in the hospital, Surgery, or Long Term Care environment a plus;
Education
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Compensation
The anticipated salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 plus benefits. Actual placement within the range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, and experience. This position also qualifies for variable compensation up to $105,000 at 100% of annual objectives.
Masimo offers benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Disability Insurance, 401(k), Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, Long-Term Care, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
Physical requirements/Work Environment
This position primarily works in an office environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing and walking. Daily use of a computer and other computing and digital devices is required. May stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking in the facilities. Some local travel is necessary, so the ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid Driver’s license is required.
The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.
ABOUT US
For over thirty years, Masimo has been expanding the boundaries of noninvasive monitoring to improve patient outcomes and reduce the cost of care. Today, Masimo delivers a portfolio of hospital-trusted monitoring solutions to help increase patient safety, health, and wellness in the hospital and at home. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a culture that’s driven by passion, challenging the status quo, and making an impact in the lives of others.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: click here
Job Summary
Primary responsibility is to initiate and guide Hospital Automation strategy in the US Acute Care marketplace. This position will work with the US Acute Care Territory Managers, Regional Directors, and Clinical Specialists in important evaluations along with the sales team to capture these target sites. This position is also responsible for targeting and creation of an in-house technology (Safety Net (SN) and Iris) Pipeline. Responsibility for regional and national KOL’s to speak for and endorse use of Patient SafetyNet, Iris, and Clinical Alarm Management with premium Masimo solutions.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Work with Territory Managers and Regional Directors to identify new opportunities;
- Develop and maintain a SN, Iris, Connectivity, Analytics and clinical alarm management pipeline;
- Present the clinical, operational, and financial benefits of the Automation portfolio;
- Accountable for improving the sales teams ability to present the clinical, operational, and financial benefits of Patient Safety Net and Iris;
- Function as subject matter expert in SafetyNet Alarm Management, Data Solution subject matter expert. Collaborate with the Acute Team to expand opportunities and pipeline;
- Present technical solutions in the Automation portfolio in the pre-sale process in collaboration with Territory Manager;
- Develop a sales process and perfect quotations for customers in concert with Senior Director Corporate Accounts;
- Work with Clinical Specialist to support customer needs post-sale;
- Support local, regional, national trade shows as necessary;
- Identify / document care unit and IT system profiles for assigned facilities;
- Effectively articulate information in clinical studies regarding Masimo technologies;
- Displays emotional intelligence and the ability to successfully work as part of a team;
- Collaborates with Masimo Team Members including Sales Managers, Corporate Accounts, IDN and Clinical Specialist, Sales Administration and Customer Service, and Implementation where team selling is appropriate, and provides critical information to marketing and upper management including market trends and competitive activity;
- Collaborates with the Clinical Team to coordinate clinical evaluations of Masimo’s Automation technology to establish for vocal, credible clinical champions (VCCCs);
- Create and maintain CRM database of key account information including Pipeline, account profiles with updates on current status and next steps in establishing targeted VCCCs;
- List of sales opportunities with a realistic sales forecast data;
- Must be able to travel at least 60% of the time;
- Perform special projects as requested;
Minimum Qualifications
- Healthcare sales background - min 1 to 3 years in Healthcare, preferably, informatics, clinical engineering or health care IT;
- Clinical knowledge as demonstrated by previous sales/marketing history. Must be able to deeply discuss the Automation models and how to deliver value in all care units within the continuum of care (home health to Perioperative setting and back);
- Technical aptitude (for Automation products) could be demonstrated by undergraduate degree, hands-on experience in the healthcare delivery organization, or comparable sales or marketing work;
- Formal training or studies in art of selling;
- Demonstrated, quantifiable sales ability;
- Team Player; with a history of successful collaboration;
- Strong sense of ambition, self-motivation and self-discipline;
- Superior verbal and written communication skills and exceptional ability to lead group presentations;
- Understands and Displays Emotional Intelligence;
- History of successfully managing customer interactions;
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Travel and overnight stays are required, as well as a valid driver’s license;
Preferred Qualifications
- Background knowledge of Hospital IT and EMR connectivity and current product landscape;
- Familiarity of IHE PCD frameworks a plus;
- Familiarity of clinical use cases for medical device integration a plus;
- Background knowledge of health IT sales cycle in the hospital, Surgery, or Long Term Care environment a plus;
Education
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Compensation
The anticipated salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 plus benefits. Actual placement within the range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, and experience. This position also qualifies for variable compensation up to $105,000 at 100% of annual objectives.
Masimo offers benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Disability Insurance, 401(k), Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, Long-Term Care, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
Physical requirements/Work Environment
This position primarily works in an office environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing and walking. Daily use of a computer and other computing and digital devices is required. May stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking in the facilities. Some local travel is necessary, so the ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid Driver’s license is required.
The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.
ABOUT US
For over thirty years, Masimo has been expanding the boundaries of noninvasive monitoring to improve patient outcomes and reduce the cost of care. Today, Masimo delivers a portfolio of hospital-trusted monitoring solutions to help increase patient safety, health, and wellness in the hospital and at home. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a culture that’s driven by passion, challenging the status quo, and making an impact in the lives of others.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: click here
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Automation Specialist
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to automation work. A degree in mechanical, electrical, or software engineering carries the strongest case. If your degree is in a tangential field, gather documentation showing coursework or certifications that bridge the gap.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Automation Specialist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you're applying to companies with a demonstrated H-1B filing track record rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Verify the role's prevailing wage tier before negotiating
The DOL's OFLC Wage Search assigns Automation Specialist positions to wage levels one through four based on experience and supervision. Knowing your expected level before salary discussions helps you confirm the employer's offer satisfies the LCA wage requirement.
Prioritize E-Verify enrolled employers for STEM OPT transitions
If you're moving from STEM OPT to H-1B, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your OPT extension is authorized. Confirm enrollment status early in the interview process, not after an offer is extended.
Clarify cap-exempt status with research or nonprofit employers
Automation roles at universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B cap and lottery. These employers can file at any time of year, giving you a path to H-1B status outside the April registration window.
Build your O*NET job zone profile into your application materials
Automation Specialist maps to a Job Zone 4 occupation on O*NET, requiring substantial preparation and experience. Referencing the specific tasks and technology skills listed there in your resume strengthens the employer's specialty occupation argument in the H-1B petition.
H-1B Visa Automation Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Automation Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Automation Specialist positions typically qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field such as electrical engineering, computer science, or mechatronics. USCIS looks at whether the role normally requires this degree and whether your degree directly relates to the duties. Roles involving PLC programming, robotics integration, or process control systems have a strong specialty occupation argument.
How do I find employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for Automation Specialist jobs?
Search for Automation Specialist positions on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers based on verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history for this occupation. This filters out postings from companies with no H-1B track record and focuses your applications on employers who have filed for similar roles before.
What happens to my H-1B status if my automation project ends or I'm placed on bench time?
H-1B status is tied to a bona fide employer-employee relationship and active employment in the approved specialty occupation. If you're benched without pay, USCIS may consider the position abandoned. You have a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination to find a new sponsor, transfer your H-1B, or change status.
Can a staffing agency sponsor my H-1B for an Automation Specialist placement at a client site?
Yes, but USCIS scrutinizes staffing agency petitions closely. The agency must demonstrate it retains the right to control your work, including supervision and assignment authority. The LCA wage must reflect the worksite location's prevailing wage, not the agency's home state. Client site changes may require amended petitions if the new location is in a different metropolitan statistical area.
Is the Automation Specialist occupation subject to the H-1B cap and annual lottery?
Most private-sector Automation Specialist positions are cap-subject, meaning your employer must register you in the annual lottery held each March for an October start date. Roles at universities, nonprofit research organizations, or government research entities are cap-exempt and can be filed year-round. If you're on OPT with a cap-gap, your work authorization extends automatically through September 30 if your petition is pending.