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Hospital Service Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a specialized degree in biomedical engineering, healthcare technology, or a directly related field. Large health systems and academic medical centers file LCAs regularly for these roles, making them a realistic target for H-1B candidates with the right credentials.
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Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey empowers our members to achieve their best health. For over 90 years, we have been New Jersey’s health solutions leader driving innovations that improve health care quality, affordability, and member experience. Our members are our neighbors, our friends, and our families. It is this understanding that drives us to better serve and care for the 3.5 million people who place their trust in us. We pride ourselves on our best-in-class employees and strive to maintain an innovative and inclusive environment that allows them to thrive. When our employees bring their best and succeed, the Company succeeds.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This position is responsible for being the lead on site audits of hospital billing and coding practices and desk audits; forms development, profiling and tracking institutional audit trends. Designing audit protocols and special projects. Performs and finalizes multiple per diem, bill verification, DRG Validation (utilization review audits) and credit balance. Additionally provides guidance/instruction to various stakeholders on ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS & DRG assignment payment and auditing.
- Identifies and presents billing discrepancies found during audit and coordinates referral of improper claim payments through the appropriate channels.
- Identifies error trends as they relate to medical record and or billing documentation or misinterpretation of provider contract stipulations.
- Compiles statistics and other audit information to present to accounts, regulatory agencies, internal requesters.
- Reviews and updates audit processes with manager for purposes of keeping up with new innovations in clinical data review and company cost containment initiatives.
- Required to train new staff on department/audit procedures.
- Performs other special assignments as requested by manager.
- Demonstrates knowledge, understanding and conforms to laws, regulations and policies that pertain to the organizational units business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- Bachelor degree in Health Information Management preferred or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
- Requires a minimum of 3 years experience in a medical records department of an acute care hospital or other health care facility.
- Experience with DRG validation, ICD-10-CM training and education.
Additional licensing, certifications, registrations:
- RHIT/RHIA certification OR RN with CCS
Knowledge:
- Requires knowledge of medical terminology, detailed knowledge of anatomy & physiology, disease pathogenesis and treatment including procedural drug therapies, ancillary and diagnostic services.
- Requires knowledge of principles of utilization management.
- Requires knowledge of hospital structures and payment systems.
- Requires knowledge of centers of Medicare and Medicaid prospective payment system regulations.
- Prefer knowledge of ACCESS Software.
Skills and Abilities:
- Must have effective verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate the ability to work well within a team. Demonstrated ability to deliver highly technical information to less technical individuals.
- Must have strong PC skills experience with MICROSOFT office programs: excel, word and power point.
- Must demonstrate professional and ethical business practices, adherence to company standards, and a commitment to personal and professional development.
- Proven time management skills are necessary. Must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver timely and accurate work products with a customer service focus, and respond with a sense of urgency as required. Demonstrated ability to work in a production focused environment.
- Proven ability to ask probing questions and obtain thorough and relevant information.
- Needs to demonstrate willingness to cross-train, and be cross-trained, in other roles/duties.
- Must be detail oriented with strong organizational and data processing skills. Proven ability to follow detailed instructions is essential, along with proven problem solving skills.
- Proven analytical, research and problem solving skills a must.
WHY HORIZON?
At Horizon, you’ll do meaningful work that directly improves lives—while being supported by a mission-driven organization that values expertise, collaboration, and growth. We believe that when our people thrive, our communities do too. If you are passionate about making an impact, we’d love to hear from you!
SALARY RANGE:
$79,100 - $105,945
This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Horizon at the time of posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. Horizon also provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
- Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Retirement Plans
- Generous PTO
- Incentive Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
DISCLAIMER:
Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut or Delaware. This job summary has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by colleagues within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of colleagues assigned to this job.
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law. Horizon will consider reasonable accommodation requests as part of the recruiting and hiring process.
INTRODUCTION
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey empowers our members to achieve their best health. For over 90 years, we have been New Jersey’s health solutions leader driving innovations that improve health care quality, affordability, and member experience. Our members are our neighbors, our friends, and our families. It is this understanding that drives us to better serve and care for the 3.5 million people who place their trust in us. We pride ourselves on our best-in-class employees and strive to maintain an innovative and inclusive environment that allows them to thrive. When our employees bring their best and succeed, the Company succeeds.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This position is responsible for being the lead on site audits of hospital billing and coding practices and desk audits; forms development, profiling and tracking institutional audit trends. Designing audit protocols and special projects. Performs and finalizes multiple per diem, bill verification, DRG Validation (utilization review audits) and credit balance. Additionally provides guidance/instruction to various stakeholders on ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS & DRG assignment payment and auditing.
- Identifies and presents billing discrepancies found during audit and coordinates referral of improper claim payments through the appropriate channels.
- Identifies error trends as they relate to medical record and or billing documentation or misinterpretation of provider contract stipulations.
- Compiles statistics and other audit information to present to accounts, regulatory agencies, internal requesters.
- Reviews and updates audit processes with manager for purposes of keeping up with new innovations in clinical data review and company cost containment initiatives.
- Required to train new staff on department/audit procedures.
- Performs other special assignments as requested by manager.
- Demonstrates knowledge, understanding and conforms to laws, regulations and policies that pertain to the organizational units business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- Bachelor degree in Health Information Management preferred or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
- Requires a minimum of 3 years experience in a medical records department of an acute care hospital or other health care facility.
- Experience with DRG validation, ICD-10-CM training and education.
Additional licensing, certifications, registrations:
- RHIT/RHIA certification OR RN with CCS
Knowledge:
- Requires knowledge of medical terminology, detailed knowledge of anatomy & physiology, disease pathogenesis and treatment including procedural drug therapies, ancillary and diagnostic services.
- Requires knowledge of principles of utilization management.
- Requires knowledge of hospital structures and payment systems.
- Requires knowledge of centers of Medicare and Medicaid prospective payment system regulations.
- Prefer knowledge of ACCESS Software.
Skills and Abilities:
- Must have effective verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate the ability to work well within a team. Demonstrated ability to deliver highly technical information to less technical individuals.
- Must have strong PC skills experience with MICROSOFT office programs: excel, word and power point.
- Must demonstrate professional and ethical business practices, adherence to company standards, and a commitment to personal and professional development.
- Proven time management skills are necessary. Must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver timely and accurate work products with a customer service focus, and respond with a sense of urgency as required. Demonstrated ability to work in a production focused environment.
- Proven ability to ask probing questions and obtain thorough and relevant information.
- Needs to demonstrate willingness to cross-train, and be cross-trained, in other roles/duties.
- Must be detail oriented with strong organizational and data processing skills. Proven ability to follow detailed instructions is essential, along with proven problem solving skills.
- Proven analytical, research and problem solving skills a must.
WHY HORIZON?
At Horizon, you’ll do meaningful work that directly improves lives—while being supported by a mission-driven organization that values expertise, collaboration, and growth. We believe that when our people thrive, our communities do too. If you are passionate about making an impact, we’d love to hear from you!
SALARY RANGE:
$79,100 - $105,945
This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Horizon at the time of posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. Horizon also provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
- Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Retirement Plans
- Generous PTO
- Incentive Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
DISCLAIMER:
Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut or Delaware. This job summary has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by colleagues within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of colleagues assigned to this job.
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law. Horizon will consider reasonable accommodation requests as part of the recruiting and hiring process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hospital Service Technician
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Hospital Service Technician role. A biomedical engineering or clinical technology degree strengthens your case far more than a general healthcare or business credential.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Run your target job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before any salary discussion. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing level, so knowing the floor prevents offers that can't clear DOL review.
Target academic medical centers and health systems
Large hospital networks and teaching hospitals file LCAs for Hospital Service Technician roles far more consistently than small clinics. Filter your search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active H-1B filing history in healthcare services occupations.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
If you're transitioning from OPT STEM extension to H-1B, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to maintain your authorization during the cap-gap period. Ask HR to confirm enrollment status before your offer letter is finalized.
Document equipment certifications alongside your degree
Hospital Service Technicians who maintain or repair specialized medical equipment often hold OEM or CBET certifications. Including these in your petition package supports the specialty occupation argument and helps your employer build a stronger I-129 narrative.
File premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS premium processing reduces the I-129 adjudication window to 15 business days. If your hospital employer has a credentialing or department onboarding deadline, ask HR to include the premium processing fee in the sponsorship package from the start.
H-1B Visa Hospital Service Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Hospital Service Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined and what degree the employer requires. If the position demands at least a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, clinical engineering, or a directly related technical field, it can qualify. Roles where any bachelor's degree is acceptable regardless of field are harder to support. The employer's job description and internal requirements carry significant weight in USCIS adjudication.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Hospital Service Technician positions?
Academic medical centers, large multi-campus health systems, and hospital networks with in-house biomedical engineering departments are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Smaller community hospitals or contracted equipment service companies rarely file because the volume doesn't justify the process. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history specifically in healthcare support and biomedical technician occupations.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new hospital employer without losing my status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, provided your current H-1B was previously approved and you've maintained lawful status. You don't need to wait for the new petition to be approved. Make sure the new employer files before your current authorized period ends to preserve continuity.
What happens to my H-1B if my hospital employer eliminates the position or downsizes?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, so a layoff or position elimination ends your authorized employment. USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or prepare to depart. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window. Acting quickly matters because the 60-day period is not extendable under current USCIS rules.
Does the SOC code assigned to my role affect how USCIS reviews my H-1B petition?
Yes, significantly. The Standard Occupational Classification code your employer uses on the LCA and I-129 determines the prevailing wage level and shapes how USCIS evaluates the specialty occupation claim. Hospital Service Technician roles are often mapped to biomedical equipment technician or medical equipment repairer SOC codes. Mismatches between the SOC code, your actual duties, and your degree field are a common source of Requests for Evidence from USCIS.