Business Office Manager Jobs for OPT Students
Business Office Manager jobs are open to F-1 OPT students with degrees in business administration, healthcare administration, or management. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations for OPT and STEM OPT extension purposes. Employers in healthcare, education, and corporate settings regularly hire and sponsor international candidates in this role.
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Explore opportunities with Conemaugh Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Business Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and directing the administrative support and non-clinical operations of the agency, and for ensuring that all duties are performed in a timely manner. The Business Manager is also responsible for ensuring that all administrative support to the Executive Director and/or Clinical Director functions are operating effectively and efficiently.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Overseeing and maintaining contracts, binders, and HR/medical files for all agency employees and contract staff in accordance with policy and applicable regulations
- Reviewing, reconciling, and submitting invoices to Home Office in accordance with LHC Group policy. This also includes ensuring payment is issued timely, following up on concerns, and maintaining a positive relationship with all vendors
- Performs and or manages billing audits per policy and follows-up with corrections
- Manages clerical staff and manages all non-clinical workflow and process in the office. This includes timely completion of all clerical tasks, as well as providing input into hiring, disciplinary, and separation decisions
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- Must possess at least one of the following:
- 3+ years of healthcare experience
- 3+ years of experience in an office administration role
- Bachelor's Degree
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated solid organizational, written, verbal communication, and time management skills
- Demonstrated computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office suite
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Demonstrated solid process and people leadership abilities
- Experience with payroll process, supply management, and basic financial knowledge
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
COMPENSATION
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Explore opportunities with Conemaugh Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Business Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and directing the administrative support and non-clinical operations of the agency, and for ensuring that all duties are performed in a timely manner. The Business Manager is also responsible for ensuring that all administrative support to the Executive Director and/or Clinical Director functions are operating effectively and efficiently.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Overseeing and maintaining contracts, binders, and HR/medical files for all agency employees and contract staff in accordance with policy and applicable regulations
- Reviewing, reconciling, and submitting invoices to Home Office in accordance with LHC Group policy. This also includes ensuring payment is issued timely, following up on concerns, and maintaining a positive relationship with all vendors
- Performs and or manages billing audits per policy and follows-up with corrections
- Manages clerical staff and manages all non-clinical workflow and process in the office. This includes timely completion of all clerical tasks, as well as providing input into hiring, disciplinary, and separation decisions
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- Must possess at least one of the following:
- 3+ years of healthcare experience
- 3+ years of experience in an office administration role
- Bachelor's Degree
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated solid organizational, written, verbal communication, and time management skills
- Demonstrated computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office suite
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Demonstrated solid process and people leadership abilities
- Experience with payroll process, supply management, and basic financial knowledge
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
COMPENSATION
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Business Office Manager
Target industries with high sponsorship rates
Healthcare networks, university systems, and large corporate offices sponsor Business Office Manager roles far more reliably than small businesses. Focus your search on employers with established HR infrastructure and a track record of hiring international employees.
Emphasize your degree alignment clearly
Consular officers and USCIS look for a clear connection between your degree field and the role. A business administration or healthcare management degree maps directly to this title. Make that connection explicit in your resume and cover letter.
Document your specialized skills thoroughly
Business Office Managers oversee billing, compliance, staff coordination, and budgeting. Documenting specific systems you've managed, such as EHR platforms or ERP software, strengthens the specialty occupation case if your employer later files an H-1B petition.
Understand your OPT authorization end date precisely
Your EAD card governs when you can legally work. Track your OPT end date and any grace period carefully. Gaps in employment can affect your status, so coordinate your start date with your DSO and keep your SEVIS record current throughout.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-open employers
Not every Business Office Manager posting is open to OPT candidates. Searching through Migrate Mate filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, saving you time and avoiding applications to employers who won't support your work authorization situation.
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Does a Business Office Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT?
Yes, in most cases. A Business Office Manager position typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, healthcare administration, or a related field, which meets the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses for H-1B classification. However, the role must be defined clearly in your job description. Vague titles without degree requirements attached can create problems during OPT authorization reviews or later H-1B filings.
Can F-1 OPT students work as Business Office Managers in healthcare settings?
Yes. Healthcare organizations, including hospital networks, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities, regularly hire Business Office Managers on OPT. These employers often have legal and HR teams experienced with work authorization. Healthcare administration roles map well to degrees in health services management or business, which supports both OPT approval and eventual H-1B sponsorship. Browse open roles on Migrate Mate to find healthcare employers actively hiring OPT candidates.
Does a Business Office Manager job qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
Only if your degree is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Business administration degrees generally do not qualify, but degrees in management information systems, health informatics, or operations research often do. If your degree qualifies and the employer is E-Verify enrolled, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of post-graduation work authorization total.
What should I look for in a Business Office Manager job posting to confirm sponsorship is possible?
Look for postings that explicitly mention visa sponsorship or state the employer is an E-Verify participant. Also check whether the role requires a specific bachelor's degree, which signals the employer understands the specialty occupation standard. Avoid postings that list the degree as preferred rather than required, since that framing can complicate H-1B filings later. Roles at larger organizations with dedicated HR teams tend to have clearer sponsorship pathways.
How much time do I have on OPT to find a Business Office Manager position before losing my status?
Your OPT period begins on the start date printed on your EAD card and runs for 12 months. F-1 regulations allow up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT. Once your OPT ends, you have a 60-day grace period to depart, transfer, or change status. Finding a role before the 90-day unemployment threshold is critical. The earlier you begin your job search, the more time you have to evaluate employers and negotiate sponsorship terms.
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