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Health Information Technology roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when they require a bachelor's degree or higher in health informatics, information management, or a directly related field. Hospitals, health systems, and payers are active H-1B sponsors for HIT analysts, EHR implementation specialists, and clinical data managers.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Syracuse, NY
Category: Faculty
Job Type: Full Time - 10 Months
Posted On: Mon Oct 19 2026
Job Description:
Onondaga Community College's School of Health, Wellness and Human Services seeks applicants for a full-time tenure track appointment within the Health Information Technology, AAS and Healthcare Administration AS programs. The major responsibilities within this role include support of the two programs through the development and delivery of content and learning activities in the traditional face-to-face classroom setting, academic advising, curriculum development, committee participation, and assessment of program and student learning outcomes.
The successful candidate will:
- Use appropriate technology to deliver and enhance learning
- Be innovative in the presentation of lectures and hands-on learning activities that achieve learning outcomes
- Provide timely feedback on students' assignments and exams throughout each semester
- Assess learning outcomes and adapt curriculum to meet learning objectives
- Be responsive to student questions and available for student support
- Demonstrate insight and encouragement in working with diverse student populations, especially students traditionally underrepresented in higher education
- Review and validate current affiliation agreements while exploring new opportunities for partnerships for student internships with local and regional community agencies
- Provide appropriate academic advising to students to support timely degree completion
- Be accountable to meet the needs of the Department and the College, including timely submission of grades and other required materials.
- Development and delivery of content and learning activities for traditional face-to-face classes
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Option 1:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management from an accredited college, university, or foreign equivalency.
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential and active membership status with the American.
Option 2:
Masters in Health Information or Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Business Administration or Management with minimum of 18 credits in Health Information/Informatics from a regionally accredited college, university or foreign equivalency.
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential and active membership status with the American.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Dual AHIMA credential
- Designation as an AHIMA approved ICD-10-CM/PCS trainer or 2 years coding acute care with ICD-10-CM/PCS
- Previous college teaching experience, or presenter at a professional conference or as part of organization's employee training program.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching, flexibility in instructional delivery, active professional development/life-long learning, experience in student advisement, curriculum development, service to college and community, and a commitment to working closely with undergraduate students in small-class settings in a dynamic and diverse/multicultural college environment.
Additional Information:
Salary for Assistant Professor level is $61,466.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
- New York State Teacher's Retirement System or Optional Retirement Savings Program (401(a).
- Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.
Location: Syracuse, NY
Category: Faculty
Job Type: Full Time - 10 Months
Posted On: Mon Oct 19 2026
Job Description:
Onondaga Community College's School of Health, Wellness and Human Services seeks applicants for a full-time tenure track appointment within the Health Information Technology, AAS and Healthcare Administration AS programs. The major responsibilities within this role include support of the two programs through the development and delivery of content and learning activities in the traditional face-to-face classroom setting, academic advising, curriculum development, committee participation, and assessment of program and student learning outcomes.
The successful candidate will:
- Use appropriate technology to deliver and enhance learning
- Be innovative in the presentation of lectures and hands-on learning activities that achieve learning outcomes
- Provide timely feedback on students' assignments and exams throughout each semester
- Assess learning outcomes and adapt curriculum to meet learning objectives
- Be responsive to student questions and available for student support
- Demonstrate insight and encouragement in working with diverse student populations, especially students traditionally underrepresented in higher education
- Review and validate current affiliation agreements while exploring new opportunities for partnerships for student internships with local and regional community agencies
- Provide appropriate academic advising to students to support timely degree completion
- Be accountable to meet the needs of the Department and the College, including timely submission of grades and other required materials.
- Development and delivery of content and learning activities for traditional face-to-face classes
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Option 1:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management from an accredited college, university, or foreign equivalency.
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential and active membership status with the American.
Option 2:
Masters in Health Information or Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Business Administration or Management with minimum of 18 credits in Health Information/Informatics from a regionally accredited college, university or foreign equivalency.
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential and active membership status with the American.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Dual AHIMA credential
- Designation as an AHIMA approved ICD-10-CM/PCS trainer or 2 years coding acute care with ICD-10-CM/PCS
- Previous college teaching experience, or presenter at a professional conference or as part of organization's employee training program.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching, flexibility in instructional delivery, active professional development/life-long learning, experience in student advisement, curriculum development, service to college and community, and a commitment to working closely with undergraduate students in small-class settings in a dynamic and diverse/multicultural college environment.
Additional Information:
Salary for Assistant Professor level is $61,466.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
- New York State Teacher's Retirement System or Optional Retirement Savings Program (401(a).
- Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Health Information Technology
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes HIT petitions when degrees are in general IT or unrelated health fields. Document how your coursework in health informatics, clinical systems, or health data management directly maps to the job duties your employer describes.
Target HIPAA-regulated employer categories
Health systems, payers, pharmacy benefit managers, and health IT vendors routinely sponsor H-1B workers for EHR, interoperability, and data governance roles. Avoid startups without an established H-1B filing history, especially for your first sponsorship.
Search LCA filings for HIT job titles
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by DOL Labor Condition Application filings for health information technology occupations, so you see verified sponsorship history before applying rather than asking during screening calls.
Confirm the prevailing wage level before offers
HIT roles span DOL wage levels I through IV depending on experience and supervisory duties. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to verify your offer meets the certified wage, since underpaid LCAs trigger RFEs.
Clarify cap-exempt status with healthcare employers
Hospitals affiliated with a nonprofit research institution or university may qualify as cap-exempt, letting you start immediately rather than waiting for October 1. Ask HR whether the entity holds cap-exempt status before your employer files.
Time your transition using the 60-day grace period
If you're switching HIT employers after an H-1B approval, you have a 60-day grace period once your prior employment ends. Your new employer must file a transfer petition before that window closes to maintain your work authorization.
H-1B Visa Health Information Technology: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Health Information Technology role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specifically related field such as health informatics, health information management, or clinical data science. Roles like EHR analyst, HIT project manager, or interoperability specialist typically qualify. USCIS may issue an RFE if the degree field is too broad, such as general business or generic computer science with no health curriculum.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for HIT professionals?
Hospital networks, integrated health systems, health insurance payers, and health IT vendors are the most consistent sponsors. Federal contractors supporting government health programs also file regularly. Use Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified DOL LCA filing history for health information technology occupations, which filters out companies that list HIT roles but have never sponsored a visa.
How does USCIS evaluate the specialty occupation requirement for HIT jobs?
USCIS looks at whether the employer's job description requires a degree in a specific field related to the duties, not just any bachelor's degree. For HIT roles, a degree in health information management, biomedical informatics, or a closely related discipline strengthens the petition. Generic IT degrees without health coursework often generate Requests for Evidence asking the employer to justify the degree requirement.
Can I use my OPT STEM extension period to find an H-1B-sponsoring HIT employer?
Yes. HIT roles at employers enrolled in E-Verify qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible STEM Classification of Instructional Programs code, which health informatics and biomedical informatics often do. That extension gives you two additional H-1B lottery cycles beyond your initial OPT year, significantly improving your odds of selection.
What should I check before accepting an H-1B-sponsored HIT offer?
Verify that the employer's LCA wage level matches your actual responsibilities, since a Level I wage for a role requiring advanced clinical systems expertise can create compliance issues. Confirm the employer has an established H-1B filing process and understands prevailing wage obligations under DOL rules. Check the O*NET profile for your job title to understand how USCIS will classify the occupation during adjudication.