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Health Information Management roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in health informatics, health information management, or a directly related field. Large hospital networks, academic medical centers, and health IT vendors are the most active H-1B sponsors in this space, filing LCAs under SOC codes tied to medical records and health information roles.
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INTRODUCTION
Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Health Information Manager is responsible for effectively leading and directing the work of assigned staff within the parameters of designated performance standards and metrics. This role ensures accurate and timely patient health information management, drives continuous improvements, and maintains solid client relationships. The Manager motivates staff to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and meet organizational goals for customer service and financial performance. Key responsibilities include delivering critical feedback and coaching to facility-based leadership, improving patient, employee, and client experiences, and maintaining solid operational metrics and financial accountability. The Manager is directly accountable for meeting performance metrics and key performance indicators established by both the client and Optum, while fostering a patient-centric culture.
If you are located in Waukesha, WI, you will follow a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
Leadership and Staff Management:
- Lead and direct assigned staff to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and meet organizational goals
- Provide critical feedback and coaching to facility-based staff
- Ensure accurate and timely patient health information management
- Foster a positive, transparent, and focused working environment to achieve maximum results
Performance Metrics and Improvement:
- Meet performance metrics and key performance indicators established by the client and Optum
- Drive continuous improvements and track performance to exceed Service Level Agreement commitments
- Maintain solid client relationships and represent Optum values
- Conduct regular audits and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards
Client and Customer Engagement:
- Lead and monitor customer engagement improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with HIM to implement strategies to improve client/customer experience
- Evaluate and address feedback from service/satisfaction surveys
- Develop and implement interventions to mitigate barriers and achieve positive experience goals
Operational Oversight:
- Provide facility-level oversight for revenue cycle performance improvement processes
- Ensure compliance with regulations and standards
- Manage HIM activities and staff members effectively
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency
Human Capital Management:
- Interview, select, and develop individuals within the area of responsibility
- Promote associate loyalty and retention through engagement and inclusion
- Develop work schedules to ensure cost-effective staffing and work-life balance
- Establish and evaluate performance improvement programs using an interdisciplinary approach
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with customers, employees, physicians, clinics, and other departments
- Conduct regular meetings to disseminate information and provide performance feedback
- Serve as a consultant to regional and facility-based leadership regarding HIM services
Professional Development:
- Maintain professional growth through journals, affiliations, seminars, and workshops
- Participate in continuing education programs and activities related to healthcare and revenue cycle management
- Develop and implement an annual plan for personal and professional development
Financial and Resource Management:
- Manage the financial and personnel aspects of assigned areas
- Optimize resource allocation to meet operational goals
Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
- Implement quality assurance programs to maintain high standards of service
- Prepare and present reports using statistically sound information
Project Management:
- Lead and conduct special projects, including developing work plans and facilitating resource allocation
- Execute project tasks and obtain assistance from intra and inter-functional resources as required
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3+ years of leadership experience
- 3+ years of healthcare information documentation experience
- 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and/or SharePoint
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certified in RHIT or RHIA - registered health information technician and registered health information administrator
- Proven solid leadership and business driver skills, with the ability to make hard decisions focusing on operational goals
- Ability to influence change and serve as a primary change agent
- Proven solid program management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple, concurrent projects
- Ability to work with individuals at all levels, including executive, managerial, and staff positions
- Ability to attract, develop, deploy, and retain a world-class revenue cycle team
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Health Information Management
Verify your credential meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the HIM role. An RHIA credential from AHIMA strengthens your petition by showing the field has standardized educational requirements, reducing RFE risk on specialty occupation grounds.
Search LCA filings by SOC code
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers who have filed LCAs under HIM-specific SOC codes. This shows you which hospital systems and health IT companies have active sponsorship history for your exact role type, not just general tech or healthcare.
Target health systems over staffing agencies
Hospital networks and integrated health systems typically hold I-129 petitions in-house, giving you more stability than third-party staffing. Confirm the employer is the direct petitioner before accepting an offer involving H-1B sponsorship.
Benchmark your wage against OFLC Wage Search
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Pull the current figures from OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know the certified floor, not just market rate.
Clarify remote work before your LCA is filed
If your HIM role is fully or partially remote, your employer must file LCA amendments for each work location, including your home address. Nail down the work arrangement in writing before filing starts to avoid compliance gaps later.
Account for cap-gap if transitioning from OPT
If you're on OPT when your H-1B petition is filed, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer submits the petition before your OPT expires so there's no gap in your authorization to work HIM roles.
H-1B Visa Health Information Management: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Health Information Management qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in health information management, health informatics, or a closely related field. Positions like HIM director, clinical data analyst, or health informatics specialist typically qualify. Roles requiring only a general business or associate degree may face USCIS scrutiny, so the job description must explicitly state the degree requirement.
Which employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for HIM roles?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and health IT vendors are the most active H-1B sponsors for Health Information Management positions. Epic, Cerner, and major health networks file LCAs regularly for coding, informatics, and data governance roles. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in HIM on Migrate Mate, filtered by LCA filing history for your specific occupation.
Does an RHIA or RHIT certification help my H-1B petition?
An RHIA from AHIMA directly supports the specialty occupation argument because it demonstrates the field has standardized, degree-level educational requirements recognized by a national credentialing body. USCIS adjudicators are more likely to accept the specialty occupation classification when the petitioner can point to an industry-recognized credential tied to a specific bachelor's degree program.
How does remote work affect my H-1B if I work in HIM?
Each physical work location where you perform services must have its own certified LCA. If you work remotely from home, your home address counts as a worksite. Your employer must file an amended LCA and, in some cases, an amended I-129 before you begin working at that location. Failing to update the LCA for a new worksite is a DOL compliance violation.
What happens to my H-1B status if my HIM job is eliminated?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. During this window, you're not authorized to work. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires. USCIS allows you to start the new HIM role once the petition is filed, under portability rules.