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1601 Saint Francis Ave
Suite 100
Shakopee, MN 55379-3384
Date Posted:
September 17, 2026
Department:
62884315 AHG Psychiatry
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
32
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
**$2,000 starting bonus available for eligible external talent**
- .8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour day shifts; Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Thursdays off)
- No weekends
- Required to float to locations within a 20-mile radius
- Eligible for mileage reimbursement
Job Description:
Provides support to providers and the nursing staff in the delivery of timely, quality patient health care services. Some duties include assisting with rooming patients, managing patient flow, administering medication, and communication with patients.
Principle Responsibilities
- Rooms patients, manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient medical information/data.
- Collects and confirms pt information via interview, questionnaires, vital signs and accurately documents in EMR according to documentation standards.
- Assists patients, as necessary, to prepare for physician exam, including providing psycho-emotional support.
- Assists with the collection, labeling, and processing of specimens.
- Facilitates obtaining lab/imaging results.
- Works with the electronic medical records in basket, responding to messages as delegated by RN or provider.
- May need to help cover front desk and provide backup to patient registration/scheduling.
- Performs patient care tasks as delegated by Provider or RN.
- Performs injections.
- Assists with procedures.
- Supports patient care and reinforces patient information regarding tests, labs, procedure preparation, treatment plan, preventative or other health information.
- Coordinates results of tests, procedures etc. with provider or RN.
- May prepare refill information for provider to review and prescribe.
- May assist with patient transportation.
- Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors, and employees.
- Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to Supervisor and via safety huddles.
- Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
- Follows all policies, procedures, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
- Cleans, stocks, maintains inventory for exam, medication and supply rooms.
- Reports any acute problems and changes in patient's condition.
- Applies High reliable safety principles to all interactions.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description.
- Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant program or a comparable healthcare education program with a similar scope of clinical training.
- Candidates with fewer than six (6) months of Medical Assistant experience must have completed a minimum of 160 hours of clinical externship or equivalent clinical practicum.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous Medical Assistant experience.
- Medical Terminology.
Licenses/Certifications
- Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross.
- Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire).
- Medical Assistant certification preferred. Acceptable certifications include:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA - AAMA).
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA - AMT).
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA – NHA).
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA – NCCT).
- Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA - NHA).
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*:
- Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently.
Pay Range
Pay Range: $22.04 to $30.01 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer.
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Location Address:
1601 Saint Francis Ave
Suite 100
Shakopee, MN 55379-3384
Date Posted:
September 17, 2026
Department:
62884315 AHG Psychiatry
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
32
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
**$2,000 starting bonus available for eligible external talent**
- .8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour day shifts; Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Thursdays off)
- No weekends
- Required to float to locations within a 20-mile radius
- Eligible for mileage reimbursement
Job Description:
Provides support to providers and the nursing staff in the delivery of timely, quality patient health care services. Some duties include assisting with rooming patients, managing patient flow, administering medication, and communication with patients.
Principle Responsibilities
- Rooms patients, manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient medical information/data.
- Collects and confirms pt information via interview, questionnaires, vital signs and accurately documents in EMR according to documentation standards.
- Assists patients, as necessary, to prepare for physician exam, including providing psycho-emotional support.
- Assists with the collection, labeling, and processing of specimens.
- Facilitates obtaining lab/imaging results.
- Works with the electronic medical records in basket, responding to messages as delegated by RN or provider.
- May need to help cover front desk and provide backup to patient registration/scheduling.
- Performs patient care tasks as delegated by Provider or RN.
- Performs injections.
- Assists with procedures.
- Supports patient care and reinforces patient information regarding tests, labs, procedure preparation, treatment plan, preventative or other health information.
- Coordinates results of tests, procedures etc. with provider or RN.
- May prepare refill information for provider to review and prescribe.
- May assist with patient transportation.
- Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors, and employees.
- Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to Supervisor and via safety huddles.
- Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
- Follows all policies, procedures, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
- Cleans, stocks, maintains inventory for exam, medication and supply rooms.
- Reports any acute problems and changes in patient's condition.
- Applies High reliable safety principles to all interactions.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description.
- Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant program or a comparable healthcare education program with a similar scope of clinical training.
- Candidates with fewer than six (6) months of Medical Assistant experience must have completed a minimum of 160 hours of clinical externship or equivalent clinical practicum.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous Medical Assistant experience.
- Medical Terminology.
Licenses/Certifications
- Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross.
- Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire).
- Medical Assistant certification preferred. Acceptable certifications include:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA - AAMA).
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA - AMT).
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA – NHA).
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA – NCCT).
- Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA - NHA).
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*:
- Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently.
Pay Range
Pay Range: $22.04 to $30.01 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer.
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Medical Director Psychiatry
Verify your credentials meet ECFMG requirements early
If you trained outside the U.S., ECFMG certification and USMLE passage are prerequisites before any employer can file your H-1B petition. Confirm your documentation is complete before targeting roles, since gaps delay the filing window significantly.
Target health systems with cap-exempt H-1B eligibility
Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities and certain research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap at any time. Prioritizing these employers removes the lottery risk entirely and lets you start sooner.
Search LCA filings filtered for psychiatry leadership roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by LCA filing history for Medical Director and psychiatry-related job codes, so you're only applying to organizations with a documented record of sponsoring this specific role type.
Request premium processing before your offer expires
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. Ask the employer to file with premium processing, which commits USCIS to a 15-business-day decision and protects you if you're transitioning from another nonimmigrant status.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before contract negotiations
Look up the Level III or Level IV wage for your SOC code and work location using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing any offer. The LCA must certify at or above that figure, so knowing it in advance prevents last-minute contract revisions.
Clarify board certification scope in the specialty occupation letter
Employers' H-1B support letters must establish that the Medical Director role specifically requires a board-certified psychiatrist. Ensure your offer letter and the attorney's specialty occupation analysis reference your ABPN certification explicitly, not just a general physician license.
H-1B Visa Medical Director Psychiatry: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Medical Director Psychiatry role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes Medical Director Psychiatry as a specialty occupation because it requires at minimum a medical degree, psychiatric residency completion, and typically board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. The role's theoretical and applied knowledge base satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Your employer's attorney will document this in the H-1B petition's support letter.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for psychiatry medical director positions?
Academic medical centers, nonprofit hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, behavioral health networks, and large multispecialty groups are the most active sponsors for this title. Many of these are cap-exempt, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified LCA filings for medical director and psychiatry job codes in your target region.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect my job search as a psychiatry medical director candidate?
If the sponsoring employer is a for-profit organization without a qualifying cap-exempt affiliation, your petition enters the annual lottery with an April 1 filing date and an October 1 start date. Cap-exempt employers, including nonprofits affiliated with universities and certain research hospitals, can file year-round. Targeting cap-exempt health systems eliminates lottery timing risk and allows earlier start dates.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change medical director roles?
Yes, through H-1B portability. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current authorization ends, and you can begin the new role once USCIS receives the petition, without waiting for approval. The receiving employer must file a new LCA certified at the prevailing wage for your new location and job code before submitting the transfer.
Does a Medical Director Psychiatry role support an EB-1 or EB-2 NIW green card path?
Both pathways are viable depending on your profile. An EB-1B outstanding researcher or professor category suits physicians with a strong publication record and institutional research role. A National Interest Waiver, or NIW, under EB-2 is increasingly used by psychiatrists serving underserved populations, where the national benefit of your work can satisfy the waiver standard without requiring employer PERM sponsorship.