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BI Analyst roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under the business analysis and data science SOC codes, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions must certify a prevailing wage through DOL before USCIS can approve your petition, making employer LCA history a reliable signal of genuine sponsorship intent.
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INTRODUCTION
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job oversees all stages of the business intelligence cycle including understanding business objective, collecting business requirements and translating them into data requirements, designing and developing reports or dashboards (code and visualization), scheduling and deployment of business intelligence components in accordance with supplied standards and best practices, and completing accurate and timely documentation. Collaborates with business and technology departments to understand system data and its use, data analysis and validation, and providing support around the data and how it is integrated. Monitors production systems for issues and resolves issues or elevate them for resolution when necessary.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Education
Required - Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems (MIS), business, or related field.
Work Experience
Required - 1 year of experience with SQL programming language, data analysis and profiling, relational database systems, reporting, dashboards and business intelligence systems.
1 year of experience as business analyst, collaborating with end users to define metrics and business requirements.
Preferred - 1 year of experience with Oracle, SQL programming language, and data analysis and profiling.
1 year of experience with data visualization using Tableau, Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise edition and/or Crystal Reports.
1 year of healthcare experience.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- SQL and data analysis skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Effective critical thinking and analytical skills and ability to apply those skills to meet business needs.
- Knowledge of reporting and business intelligence concepts and ability to collaborate with end users to define metrics and business requirements.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple demands.
Job Duties
- Develops logical modeling and presentation solutions to implement requirements using best practices within the business intelligence environments.
- Works with business stakeholders to understand their business objectives and develop analytical solutions to improve business operations.
- Maintains and develops documentation to identify and define processes or procedures.
- Manages data by following best practices.
- Supports and monitors business intelligence systems and processes.
- Administers business intelligence server(s) and/or processes.
- Performs other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a BI Analyst
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to BI Analyst duties. A degree in information systems, statistics, or computer science strengthens your case. A general business degree alone can trigger an RFE, so pair it with coursework documentation or a related advanced degree.
Check employer LCA filings before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter BI Analyst roles by verified DOL Labor Condition Application history. Employers who have filed LCAs for this exact job title have already cleared the prevailing wage step, which cuts weeks from your petition timeline.
Verify the prevailing wage tier for your market
Run your target job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer. The wage level your employer certifies on the LCA locks your floor salary for the entire H-1B period, so knowing the local Level I through IV range protects you in the offer conversation.
Confirm the role maps to the right SOC code
DOL assigns BI Analyst work to multiple SOC codes depending on whether duties lean toward data analysis or management analysis. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific job description and confirm it matches what your employer lists on the LCA, since mismatches can delay certification.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers early
If you're transitioning from OPT or STEM OPT, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to extend your work authorization. Filtering for E-Verify enrolled companies at the search stage eliminates a common late-stage deal-breaker that can surface only after an offer is made.
Time your petition for cap-exempt pathways
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with research institutions, and government research organizations are cap-exempt, meaning your employer can file an H-1B petition for you at any time of year without waiting for the April lottery window. BI Analyst roles exist at these organizations and can bypass the annual cap entirely.
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Find BI Analyst JobsBI Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a BI Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. BI Analyst positions qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as information systems, computer science, statistics, or applied mathematics. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties, not just the title, so your offer letter and employer support letter should describe analytical responsibilities that require that level of theoretical knowledge.
How do I find BI Analyst employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
The most reliable signal is a company's DOL Labor Condition Application history. Employers who have previously filed LCAs for BI Analyst or closely related data roles have already gone through the prevailing wage process and understand what H-1B sponsorship involves. Migrate Mate surfaces verified LCA filing history by job title so you can target companies with a documented track record before you apply.
What happens to my H-1B status if my BI Analyst contract ends early?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B employer, change to another valid nonimmigrant status, or depart the U.S. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window, and your work authorization continues once USCIS receives that petition. The 60-day grace period is a one-time allowance per authorized validity period, per USCIS rules.
Can my employer file an H-1B amendment if my BI Analyst role changes significantly?
Yes, and in many cases they're required to. If your job duties shift substantially, your work location changes to a different metropolitan area, or your title changes to a role with a different SOC code, your employer must file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. Failing to file when a material change occurs can create compliance problems for both you and your employer.
Does the type of industry affect H-1B sponsorship for BI Analyst roles?
Industry affects both the likelihood of sponsorship and the prevailing wage level USCIS and DOL will expect. Financial services, technology, and healthcare analytics firms file the highest volume of LCAs for BI Analyst titles and typically have established immigration programs. Smaller companies in retail or nonprofits may sponsor but often lack in-house HR infrastructure, meaning the petition process can take longer without a dedicated immigration attorney on staff.
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