OPT Applications Analyst Jobs
Applications Analyst roles are well-suited for F-1 OPT students with degrees in information systems, computer science, or business technology. Most positions qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to three years of work authorization. Employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for strong performers, making this a practical long-term path.
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ENTERPRISE DIGITAL SERVICES, Melville, NY
Requisition: 202936
Profession: Information Technology and Services
Specialty: Epic Applications
Full Time, Days, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Salary Range: $85090.00-$147220.00/year
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
- Epic Security certified
JOB DESCRIPTION
Implements, maintains, and supports Epic EHR applications, focusing on specific modules. Independently analyzes and resolves moderately complex issues, leveraging established guidelines and experience to configure and optimize the Epic system. Actively contributes to process design and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY
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Implements and provides ongoing support for specific Epic IT solutions, ensuring seamless operation and optimal functionality.
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Analyzes and documents complex use cases and workflows, making independent decisions on optimal technical approaches and system configuration.
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Configures, tests, installs, and maintains Epic applications, translating functional requirements into system build.
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Troubleshoots and resolves moderately complex application-related issues, applying established guidelines and prior experience.
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Collaborates with various internal stakeholders, including clinicians, administrators, and IT teams, to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and design solutions, ensuring Epic application specifications meet business needs, support process design initiatives, and promote effective system utilization.
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Participates in the testing and validation of system upgrades and supports ongoing system optimization efforts.
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Conducts thorough testing of system changes to guarantee seamless integration and minimal disruption to daily operations.
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Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related, are not essential functions.
JOB QUALIFICATION
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Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
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One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience, required.
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Epic certification, required.
ADDITIONAL SALARY DETAIL
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $85090.00-$147220.00/year.
Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Northwell Health. Candidates should check Northwell Health Careers for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.
INTRODUCTION
ENTERPRISE DIGITAL SERVICES, Melville, NY
Requisition: 202936
Profession: Information Technology and Services
Specialty: Epic Applications
Full Time, Days, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Salary Range: $85090.00-$147220.00/year
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
- Epic Security certified
JOB DESCRIPTION
Implements, maintains, and supports Epic EHR applications, focusing on specific modules. Independently analyzes and resolves moderately complex issues, leveraging established guidelines and experience to configure and optimize the Epic system. Actively contributes to process design and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY
-
Implements and provides ongoing support for specific Epic IT solutions, ensuring seamless operation and optimal functionality.
-
Analyzes and documents complex use cases and workflows, making independent decisions on optimal technical approaches and system configuration.
-
Configures, tests, installs, and maintains Epic applications, translating functional requirements into system build.
-
Troubleshoots and resolves moderately complex application-related issues, applying established guidelines and prior experience.
-
Collaborates with various internal stakeholders, including clinicians, administrators, and IT teams, to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and design solutions, ensuring Epic application specifications meet business needs, support process design initiatives, and promote effective system utilization.
-
Participates in the testing and validation of system upgrades and supports ongoing system optimization efforts.
-
Conducts thorough testing of system changes to guarantee seamless integration and minimal disruption to daily operations.
-
Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related, are not essential functions.
JOB QUALIFICATION
-
Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
-
One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience, required.
-
Epic certification, required.
ADDITIONAL SALARY DETAIL
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $85090.00-$147220.00/year.
Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Northwell Health. Candidates should check Northwell Health Careers for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Applications Analyst
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Applications Analyst positions almost always qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in information systems, computer science, or a related field. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before applying to maximize your authorized work period.
Target employers with H-1B sponsorship history
Focus on mid-size and enterprise companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for similar roles in recent years. Organizations with established IT departments and internal visa counsel are significantly more likely to sponsor analysts when OPT expires.
Address OPT timing early in the process
Proactively tell hiring managers how long your OPT authorization lasts and when your STEM extension kicks in. Employers worry about short runways, so giving them a clear three-year timeline upfront removes the most common objection before it becomes one.
Highlight cross-functional systems experience
Applications Analysts who can bridge technical and business teams are harder to replace. Demonstrating experience with ERP, CRM, or enterprise platforms like Salesforce or SAP signals the specialized value that pushes employers to invest in visa sponsorship.
Apply during the fall recruiting cycle for H-1B timing
H-1B registration opens in March each year. Starting a role by October of the prior year gives employers a full cycle to sponsor you. Timing your job search to align with this calendar meaningfully increases your chances of a successful transition.
Get your I-983 training plan signed before day one
STEM OPT requires an employer-signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins. Raise this with HR during onboarding, not after. Delays in getting it signed can create authorization gaps that complicate both your status and the employer relationship.
Applications Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Applications Analyst jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Applications Analyst positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, provided your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in fields like information systems, computer science, or management information systems. The role must involve applying STEM knowledge in a meaningful way. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO, since degree titles alone do not determine eligibility.
How do I find Applications Analyst jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Browse Applications Analyst listings on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for employers open to OPT and visa sponsorship. Targeting companies with dedicated IT or enterprise systems teams gives you the best odds, since they hire analysts regularly and already understand the sponsorship process. Smaller firms without HR infrastructure are less likely to navigate it successfully.
What visa typically follows OPT for Applications Analysts?
The H-1B is the most common visa path for Applications Analysts after OPT. The role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Some employers also consider the L-1 visa if you transfer from an international office, and candidates with exceptional achievements may be eligible for the O-1 visa.
Can I work as a contractor or through a staffing agency on OPT as an Applications Analyst?
Yes, OPT allows contract and staffing agency arrangements, but the work must be directly related to your degree field. For STEM OPT specifically, the end client where you perform work must also sign the I-983 training plan alongside your agency employer. Purely speculative bench arrangements without an active placement do not satisfy the training plan requirement.
How much time do I have on OPT to find an Applications Analyst role before my status is affected?
F-1 OPT allows up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment during the initial 12-month period, and an additional 60 days during the STEM extension. If you are already in your extension, the 60-day limit applies from the start of that period, not from when unemployment begins. Tracking these days carefully matters, since exceeding the limit ends your authorized stay.