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Public health roles in epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, and program management regularly qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when tied to a relevant graduate degree. Government agencies, academic medical centers, nonprofits, and consulting firms all sponsor H-1B petitions for these positions, making it a viable path for internationally trained professionals.
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Ensemble is a leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle management solutions for health systems, including hospitals and affiliated physician groups. They offer end-to-end revenue cycle solutions as well as a comprehensive suite of point solutions to clients across the country.
Ensemble keeps communities healthy by keeping hospitals healthy. We recognize that healthcare requires a human touch, and we believe that every touch should be meaningful. This is why our people are the most important part of who we are. By empowering them to challenge the status quo, we know they will be the difference!
O.N.E Purpose:
- Customer Obsession: Consistently provide exceptional experiences for our clients, patients, and colleagues by understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations.
- Embracing New Ideas: Continuously innovate by embracing emerging technology and fostering a culture of creativity and experimentation.
- Striving for Excellence: Execute at a high level by demonstrating our “Best in KLAS” Ensemble Difference Principles and consistently delivering outstanding results.
The Opportunity:
CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING:
- Bonus Incentives
- Paid Certifications
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Career Advancement
- The pay range is $20.45 - $22.50 per hour, depending on level of experience.
This position is located On-Site at Ardent - Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, OK.
Interviews uninsured/under-insured patients to determine eligibility for a state Medicaid benefit or location Financial Assistance program. Assists with application processes to facilitate accurate and appropriate submissions. Follows-up on submitted applications to ensure timely billing or adjustment processing.
Essential Job Functions:
- Reviewing all referred uninsured/under-insured patients for program eligibility opportunities, initializing and coordinating the application process to facilitate accurate and appropriate submissions
- Effectively communicating with the patient to obtain documents that must accompany the application
- Following submitted applications to determination point, updating applicable insurance information and ensuring timely billing or adjustment posting
- Documenting all relevant actions and communication steps in assigned patient accounting systems
- Maintaining working knowledge of all state and federal program requirements; shares information with colleagues and supervisors
- Developing and maintaining proactive working relationship with county/state/federal Medicaid caseworker partners, working collaboratively with other revenue cycle departments and associates
- Other job duties as assigned
Employment Qualifications:
Minimum years and type of experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in healthcare industry, interacting with patients regarding hospital financial issues.
- Must be inquisitive and demonstrate openness to innovation including AI to explore better processes and ways to alleviate friction and improve patient and client experiences.
Other knowledge, skills, and abilities preferred:
- Understanding of Revenue Cycle including admission, billing, payments and denials.
- Comprehensive knowledge of patient insurance process for obtaining authorizations and benefits verification.
- Knowledge of Health Insurance requirements. Knowledge of medical terminology or CPT or procedure codes.
- Patient Access experience with managed care/insurance and Call Center experience highly preferred.
Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma or GED. Combination of post-secondary education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Certifications:
- CRCR within 9 months of hire (Company Paid)
Join an award-winning company
Five-time winner of “Best in KLAS” 2020-2022, 2024-2025
Black Book Research's Top Revenue Cycle Management Outsourcing Solution 2021-2024
22 Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) MAP Awards for High Performance in Revenue Cycle 2019-2024
Leader in Everest Group's RCM Operations PEAK Matrix Assessment 2024
Clarivate Healthcare Business Insights (HBI) Revenue Cycle Awards for strong performance 2020, 2022-2023
Energage Top Workplaces USA 2022-2024
Fortune Media Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2024
Monster Top Workplace for Remote Work 2024
Great Place to Work certified 2023-2024
- Innovation
- Work-Life Flexibility
- Leadership
- Purpose + Values
Bottom line, we believe in empowering people and giving them the tools and resources needed to thrive. A few of those include:
- Associate Benefits – We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family, including healthcare, time off, retirement, and well-being programs.
- Our Culture – Ensemble is a place where associates can do their best work and be their best selves. We put people first, last and always. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation.
- Growth – We invest in your professional development. Each associate will earn a professional certification relevant to their field and can obtain tuition reimbursement.
- Recognition – We offer quarterly and annual incentive programs for all employees who go beyond and keep raising the bar for themselves and the company.
Ensemble is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Ensemble also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Ensemble provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require accommodation in the application process, please contact TA@ensemblehp.com.
This posting addresses state specific requirements to provide pay transparency. Compensation decisions consider many job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location; knowledge; skills; relevant experience; education; licensure; internal equity; time in position. A candidate entry rate of pay does not typically fall at the minimum or maximum of the role’s range.
Employment Disclaimers – Ensemble
Thank you for considering a career at Ensemble!
Ensemble is a leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle management solutions for health systems, including hospitals and affiliated physician groups. They offer end-to-end revenue cycle solutions as well as a comprehensive suite of point solutions to clients across the country.
Ensemble keeps communities healthy by keeping hospitals healthy. We recognize that healthcare requires a human touch, and we believe that every touch should be meaningful. This is why our people are the most important part of who we are. By empowering them to challenge the status quo, we know they will be the difference!
O.N.E Purpose:
- Customer Obsession: Consistently provide exceptional experiences for our clients, patients, and colleagues by understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations.
- Embracing New Ideas: Continuously innovate by embracing emerging technology and fostering a culture of creativity and experimentation.
- Striving for Excellence: Execute at a high level by demonstrating our “Best in KLAS” Ensemble Difference Principles and consistently delivering outstanding results.
The Opportunity:
CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING:
- Bonus Incentives
- Paid Certifications
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Career Advancement
- The pay range is $20.45 - $22.50 per hour, depending on level of experience.
This position is located On-Site at Ardent - Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, OK.
Interviews uninsured/under-insured patients to determine eligibility for a state Medicaid benefit or location Financial Assistance program. Assists with application processes to facilitate accurate and appropriate submissions. Follows-up on submitted applications to ensure timely billing or adjustment processing.
Essential Job Functions:
- Reviewing all referred uninsured/under-insured patients for program eligibility opportunities, initializing and coordinating the application process to facilitate accurate and appropriate submissions
- Effectively communicating with the patient to obtain documents that must accompany the application
- Following submitted applications to determination point, updating applicable insurance information and ensuring timely billing or adjustment posting
- Documenting all relevant actions and communication steps in assigned patient accounting systems
- Maintaining working knowledge of all state and federal program requirements; shares information with colleagues and supervisors
- Developing and maintaining proactive working relationship with county/state/federal Medicaid caseworker partners, working collaboratively with other revenue cycle departments and associates
- Other job duties as assigned
Employment Qualifications:
Minimum years and type of experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in healthcare industry, interacting with patients regarding hospital financial issues.
- Must be inquisitive and demonstrate openness to innovation including AI to explore better processes and ways to alleviate friction and improve patient and client experiences.
Other knowledge, skills, and abilities preferred:
- Understanding of Revenue Cycle including admission, billing, payments and denials.
- Comprehensive knowledge of patient insurance process for obtaining authorizations and benefits verification.
- Knowledge of Health Insurance requirements. Knowledge of medical terminology or CPT or procedure codes.
- Patient Access experience with managed care/insurance and Call Center experience highly preferred.
Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma or GED. Combination of post-secondary education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Certifications:
- CRCR within 9 months of hire (Company Paid)
Join an award-winning company
Five-time winner of “Best in KLAS” 2020-2022, 2024-2025
Black Book Research's Top Revenue Cycle Management Outsourcing Solution 2021-2024
22 Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) MAP Awards for High Performance in Revenue Cycle 2019-2024
Leader in Everest Group's RCM Operations PEAK Matrix Assessment 2024
Clarivate Healthcare Business Insights (HBI) Revenue Cycle Awards for strong performance 2020, 2022-2023
Energage Top Workplaces USA 2022-2024
Fortune Media Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2024
Monster Top Workplace for Remote Work 2024
Great Place to Work certified 2023-2024
- Innovation
- Work-Life Flexibility
- Leadership
- Purpose + Values
Bottom line, we believe in empowering people and giving them the tools and resources needed to thrive. A few of those include:
- Associate Benefits – We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family, including healthcare, time off, retirement, and well-being programs.
- Our Culture – Ensemble is a place where associates can do their best work and be their best selves. We put people first, last and always. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation.
- Growth – We invest in your professional development. Each associate will earn a professional certification relevant to their field and can obtain tuition reimbursement.
- Recognition – We offer quarterly and annual incentive programs for all employees who go beyond and keep raising the bar for themselves and the company.
Ensemble is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Ensemble also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Ensemble provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require accommodation in the application process, please contact TA@ensemblehp.com.
This posting addresses state specific requirements to provide pay transparency. Compensation decisions consider many job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location; knowledge; skills; relevant experience; education; licensure; internal equity; time in position. A candidate entry rate of pay does not typically fall at the minimum or maximum of the role’s range.
Employment Disclaimers – Ensemble
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Public Health
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
H-1B approval for public health roles depends on proving your specific degree directly relates to the job duties. A general bachelor's won't always suffice. Cross-reference your credential against the O*NET profile for your target occupation before applying.
Target government contractors and academic medical centers
Federal contractors and academic medical centers file H-1B petitions more consistently than local health departments, which often lack in-house immigration counsel. Prioritize employers with existing USCIS filing history in public health or epidemiology roles.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate to surface public health employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This cuts time spent approaching organizations that won't sponsor, letting you focus on genuinely viable opportunities.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the applicable wage level before entering salary discussions so there are no surprises during filing.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive positions
Public health roles tied to grant-funded projects or outbreak response have hard start dates. Ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which gives USCIS a 15-business-day adjudication window instead of the standard multi-month timeline.
Clarify cap-exempt status if joining a university or nonprofit
Universities, affiliated research institutions, and qualifying nonprofits are cap-exempt employers. If you're joining one, your H-1B petition can be filed at any time of year, bypassing the April lottery entirely. Confirm cap-exempt status with your employer's HR team before your start date.
H-1B Visa Public Health: Frequently Asked Questions
Do public health jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Most do, but the qualifier is the degree requirement attached to the specific role. Epidemiologist, biostatistician, health policy analyst, and public health program manager positions typically qualify because they require at minimum a relevant bachelor's degree, and more commonly a master's in public health, epidemiology, or a related field. Generalist community health worker roles without a degree requirement usually don't qualify.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for public health roles?
Federal contractors, academic medical centers, schools of public health, state health department research arms, and global health consulting firms are the most active sponsors. Local health departments and smaller nonprofits sponsor less frequently due to limited immigration infrastructure. Use Migrate Mate to browse public health roles filtered specifically by employers with verified H-1B filing history.
Can I work for a public health agency on an H-1B?
Yes, federal and state government agencies can sponsor H-1B petitions, though the process differs slightly from private employers. Some agencies use third-party staffing arrangements. Tribal organizations and certain public health authorities affiliated with universities may qualify as cap-exempt, which means petitions can be filed year-round without waiting for the annual lottery.
How does the H-1B lottery affect public health job seekers?
The annual H-1B cap applies to most private-sector employers. USCIS accepts registrations in March and selects petitions by lottery for the 85,000 available slots, with a 20,000 subset reserved for U.S. master's degree holders. Public health professionals with a U.S. master's or doctoral degree get entered in both pools, improving selection odds. Cap-exempt employers like universities avoid the lottery entirely.
What happens to my H-1B status if my public health grant funding ends?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, not your funding source. If your position ends because a grant expires, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can look for a new sponsoring employer. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during this window. Acting quickly matters because the grace period doesn't extend, and working after it lapses violates your status.