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McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A Clinical Case Educator requires the credentials of a Registered Nurse. In this role, a registered nurse is passionate and is committed to provide a high level of patient care and counseling patients enrolled in the Medication Therapy Program. The ideal candidate has great communication skills, problem solving skills, and must be self-motivated. This person will be driven to help team members to achieve the mission of providing high level of care to patients. This position is a telehealth position. The nurse will report adverse events and provide clinical interventions to the patient based on assessed need.
Must reside within a commutable distance of Cary, NC or Fort Worth, TX.
Shift Information
Cary, NC – Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm EST and one night per week rotating to work 11-8pm.
Fort Worth, TX – Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm CST and one night per week rotating to work 10-9pm.
The nurses are required to report to the office twice a week.
One rotating Saturday.
Key Responsibilities
- Counsel and educate new/existing patients on specialty drug therapies.
- Adherence to contracted and accrediting regulations as indicated by drug specification.
- Complete, thorough, and accurate documentation utilizing good documentation practice and compliance to industry standards and regulations.
- Discuss potential/current side effects with patients to educate about treatment alternatives and facilitate ongoing therapy adherence.
- Identify and report adverse events (AEs) and product complaints (PCs) to the manufacturer, FDA, and/or other governing authorities.
- Specialty drug verification and education. Provider/patient conduit to support therapeutic longevity.
- Adherence to patient management programs through call cadence schedules, medication management programing, drug counseling and provider collaboration.
- Maintenance of patient demographic records, medical history, and records in accordance with federal HIPAA standards.
- Collaboration with Pharmacy Support teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of specialty drugs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.
- Active RN license in NC/TX.
Education
Associates, Bachelor or higher degree in Nursing or accredited nursing diploma.
CRITICAL SKILLS
- 4+ years of nursing experience with at least 1 year of acute.
- Experience in Oncology or other specialties.
- Registered Nurse with current unrestricted compact state license or primary NC licensure. TX RN license is required for residents of TX.
- Ability to obtain licensing in all states and United States territories serviced within 3 months of employment through Biologics supported programming (minimal application guidelines apply).
- Computer skills, including e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet and web-based programs.
- Effective orally and in writing communication, experience with motivational interviewing preferably.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret practice standards, professional journals, technical procedures and government standards and regulations.
- PTO Blackout Dates – around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years holidays.
Physical Requirements
- Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required.
- Hybrid position - Office days required.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
Join us at McKesson!
INTRODUCTION
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A Clinical Case Educator requires the credentials of a Registered Nurse. In this role, a registered nurse is passionate and is committed to provide a high level of patient care and counseling patients enrolled in the Medication Therapy Program. The ideal candidate has great communication skills, problem solving skills, and must be self-motivated. This person will be driven to help team members to achieve the mission of providing high level of care to patients. This position is a telehealth position. The nurse will report adverse events and provide clinical interventions to the patient based on assessed need.
Must reside within a commutable distance of Cary, NC or Fort Worth, TX.
Shift Information
Cary, NC – Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm EST and one night per week rotating to work 11-8pm.
Fort Worth, TX – Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm CST and one night per week rotating to work 10-9pm.
The nurses are required to report to the office twice a week.
One rotating Saturday.
Key Responsibilities
- Counsel and educate new/existing patients on specialty drug therapies.
- Adherence to contracted and accrediting regulations as indicated by drug specification.
- Complete, thorough, and accurate documentation utilizing good documentation practice and compliance to industry standards and regulations.
- Discuss potential/current side effects with patients to educate about treatment alternatives and facilitate ongoing therapy adherence.
- Identify and report adverse events (AEs) and product complaints (PCs) to the manufacturer, FDA, and/or other governing authorities.
- Specialty drug verification and education. Provider/patient conduit to support therapeutic longevity.
- Adherence to patient management programs through call cadence schedules, medication management programing, drug counseling and provider collaboration.
- Maintenance of patient demographic records, medical history, and records in accordance with federal HIPAA standards.
- Collaboration with Pharmacy Support teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of specialty drugs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.
- Active RN license in NC/TX.
Education
Associates, Bachelor or higher degree in Nursing or accredited nursing diploma.
CRITICAL SKILLS
- 4+ years of nursing experience with at least 1 year of acute.
- Experience in Oncology or other specialties.
- Registered Nurse with current unrestricted compact state license or primary NC licensure. TX RN license is required for residents of TX.
- Ability to obtain licensing in all states and United States territories serviced within 3 months of employment through Biologics supported programming (minimal application guidelines apply).
- Computer skills, including e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet and web-based programs.
- Effective orally and in writing communication, experience with motivational interviewing preferably.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret practice standards, professional journals, technical procedures and government standards and regulations.
- PTO Blackout Dates – around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years holidays.
Physical Requirements
- Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required.
- Hybrid position - Office days required.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
Join us at McKesson!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Clinical Case Manager
Target healthcare systems with OPT track records
Large hospital networks and nonprofit community health organizations hire case managers at scale and often have HR teams familiar with OPT authorization. Smaller private practices rarely have the infrastructure to support international work authorization paperwork.
Confirm your degree qualifies for the role
Most Clinical Case Manager postings require a bachelor's or master's in social work, psychology, or a related field. Verify your degree field matches the job description before applying, since USCIS scrutinizes degree-to-role alignment during OPT and future H-1B visa petitions.
Address your OPT timeline in your cover letter
Hiring managers unfamiliar with OPT may see authorization expiration as a risk. Briefly note your current OPT end date, eligibility for the 60-day grace period, and whether your employer can pursue H-1B sponsorship before your status expires.
Pursue licensure as early as your state allows
Many case manager roles prefer candidates working toward LCSW or LSW licensure. Starting the supervised hours clock during OPT signals long-term commitment and makes you a stronger H-1B sponsorship candidate when the time comes.
Prioritize roles with structured supervision requirements
Positions that require licensed clinical supervision, such as those at community mental health centers or federally qualified health centers, tend to have employer investment in retaining staff, making them more likely to support visa sponsorship conversations long-term.
Search Migrate Mate for OPT-friendly case manager openings
Migrate Mate filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you can focus on employers already open to OPT workers. Use it to identify Clinical Case Manager roles posted by healthcare organizations with documented sponsorship histories.
Clinical Case Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Case Manager jobs qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, if your degree is directly related to the role. OPT requires that your employment be in a field directly related to your major area of study. A Clinical Case Manager position typically qualifies for graduates with degrees in social work, psychology, counseling, public health, or nursing. You should document the connection between your coursework and job duties in case your DSO or USCIS requests verification.
Can I work as a Clinical Case Manager on STEM OPT extension?
Only if your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Social work and psychology are generally not STEM-designated, but public health, health informatics, and certain behavioral science programs may qualify. Check your program's CIP code on the DHS STEM list before assuming you're eligible. If your degree qualifies, a 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you significantly more time to find an H-1B sponsor.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor OPT workers for Clinical Case Manager roles?
Large nonprofit hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and government-affiliated behavioral health agencies are the most consistent OPT sponsors for case management roles. These organizations hire at volume, have established HR processes for work authorization, and often support H-1B petitions for high-performing staff. You can find Clinical Case Manager openings at sponsorship-friendly employers on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for OPT-compatible roles.
What happens to my OPT if my Clinical Case Manager contract ends before my EAD expires?
You have a 60-day grace period from the date your employment ends, during which you can find a new position. Your OPT EAD does not get extended, so the clock keeps running. If you secure a new Clinical Case Manager role within the grace period, you can begin work immediately. If you cannot find a new position in time, you must either depart the U.S. or transition to another valid immigration status.
Does a Clinical Case Manager role count as unemployment time under OPT rules?
Any period without qualifying employment counts toward your OPT unemployment limit, which is 90 days for standard OPT and 150 days for STEM OPT extension. Part-time work of at least 20 hours per week qualifies, so a part-time case manager position while searching for full-time work does count. Keep documentation of all employment, including offer letters and pay stubs, to demonstrate continuous authorized work if USCIS or your DSO ever reviews your record.