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Health Information Management jobs are a strong fit for OPT students with degrees in health informatics, health information technology, or a related field. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations, supporting both 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension for eligible graduates.
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Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.
Do you want to work collaboratively across all colleges, and with industry leaders to promote human flourishing? We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of our academic community and integrate faith.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions is seeking full-time Faculty members to teach in our Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management Program. As a full-time Faculty member, you’ll provide program instruction incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, we’d like to hear from you.
What you will do:
- Teaches undergraduate courses or graduate courses within the requisite discipline meeting the required course load requirements.
- Online Full-Time Faculty load level Student Count T-1. Teach/Manage an average of 80-100 students at all times.
- Develops and provides instruction that incorporates current teaching methodologies, technologies and other trends that reflect advances in the requisite discipline educational instruction.
- Engages students within classroom to stimulate discussions for collective learning.
- Incorporates relevant research resources and experiential activities to support course objectives, lectures and learning outcomes.
- Compiles bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading.
- Assists students outside classroom hours and actively mentors students.
- Develops and administers forward thinking short and long term learning plans for students’ development and growth.
- Maintains compliance with requirements for program accreditation.
- Assesses student performance in accordance with University Assessment Practices.
- Assist with curriculum design and development; be a sound advocate for change to programs, curriculum and teaching methodologies/pedagogies.
- Engages regularly in professional development activities.
- Participates actively in college or university committees for advancing the overall educational mission of the university.
- Fosters and promotes diversity and collegiality among faculty, students and staff.
- Provides leadership and mentorship to adjunct faculty.
- Develops and maintains relationships with professional contacts to support internship programs, project collaborations and student mentoring.
- Assists college administration in developing internal and external communities that promote the Colleges academic programs/majors.
- Maintains compliance with all college and University policies and program accreditation/licensure requirements.
- Effectively utilizes assigned resources including any budget allocations.
- Willingness to assume other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you need:
- Master’s degree in related field required.
- Eighteen (18) hours of graduate study in a field relevant to teach responsibilities.
- Two or more years of teaching and/or relevant nursing/medical experience.
- Active Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential through the American Health Information Management Association.
- Evidence of involvement in one’s professional area (e.g. membership in professional organizations, presentations, research, and/or publications).
- Must successfully pass a drug test.
- Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Why work at GCU:
- Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan.
- Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays.
- Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events.
- Free covered parking.
- We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program.
- Free on-site gyms on campus.
INTRODUCTION
Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.
Do you want to work collaboratively across all colleges, and with industry leaders to promote human flourishing? We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of our academic community and integrate faith.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions is seeking full-time Faculty members to teach in our Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management Program. As a full-time Faculty member, you’ll provide program instruction incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, we’d like to hear from you.
What you will do:
- Teaches undergraduate courses or graduate courses within the requisite discipline meeting the required course load requirements.
- Online Full-Time Faculty load level Student Count T-1. Teach/Manage an average of 80-100 students at all times.
- Develops and provides instruction that incorporates current teaching methodologies, technologies and other trends that reflect advances in the requisite discipline educational instruction.
- Engages students within classroom to stimulate discussions for collective learning.
- Incorporates relevant research resources and experiential activities to support course objectives, lectures and learning outcomes.
- Compiles bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading.
- Assists students outside classroom hours and actively mentors students.
- Develops and administers forward thinking short and long term learning plans for students’ development and growth.
- Maintains compliance with requirements for program accreditation.
- Assesses student performance in accordance with University Assessment Practices.
- Assist with curriculum design and development; be a sound advocate for change to programs, curriculum and teaching methodologies/pedagogies.
- Engages regularly in professional development activities.
- Participates actively in college or university committees for advancing the overall educational mission of the university.
- Fosters and promotes diversity and collegiality among faculty, students and staff.
- Provides leadership and mentorship to adjunct faculty.
- Develops and maintains relationships with professional contacts to support internship programs, project collaborations and student mentoring.
- Assists college administration in developing internal and external communities that promote the Colleges academic programs/majors.
- Maintains compliance with all college and University policies and program accreditation/licensure requirements.
- Effectively utilizes assigned resources including any budget allocations.
- Willingness to assume other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you need:
- Master’s degree in related field required.
- Eighteen (18) hours of graduate study in a field relevant to teach responsibilities.
- Two or more years of teaching and/or relevant nursing/medical experience.
- Active Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential through the American Health Information Management Association.
- Evidence of involvement in one’s professional area (e.g. membership in professional organizations, presentations, research, and/or publications).
- Must successfully pass a drug test.
- Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Why work at GCU:
- Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan.
- Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays.
- Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events.
- Free covered parking.
- We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program.
- Free on-site gyms on campus.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Health Information Management
Confirm your degree supports a specialty occupation claim
Health information management roles require a specific degree connection to qualify as a specialty occupation. A bachelor's in health informatics, health information technology, or a related field strengthens your OPT authorization and future H-1B visa eligibility.
Target employers with existing HIM compliance infrastructure
Hospitals, large physician groups, and health systems with dedicated compliance teams are more experienced with OPT work authorization. These organizations already understand HIPAA-driven hiring and are less likely to treat sponsorship as an obstacle.
Verify your role qualifies for the STEM OPT extension
If your degree is in health informatics or a related STEM-designated field, confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer. The 24-month extension adds significant runway and makes you more attractive to employers planning long-term.
Highlight EHR system certifications in your application
Certifications in Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms signal immediate productivity to hiring managers. Employers weighing OPT work authorization costs are more likely to move forward when a candidate reduces onboarding time and technical training investment.
Address OPT authorization proactively with smaller employers
Smaller clinics and outpatient practices may not have hired OPT students before. Come prepared with a one-page summary of OPT timelines, E-Verify requirements, and the authorization period so HR can make an informed decision quickly.
Pursue RHIT or RHIA certification to strengthen your candidacy
AHIMA credentials signal professional credentialing that employers recognize beyond your degree. Holding or actively pursuing RHIT or RHIA demonstrates commitment to the field and offsets any hesitation an employer may have about work authorization complexity.
Health Information Management OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do health information management jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. Degrees in health informatics or health information technology often carry STEM-designated CIP codes, making graduates eligible for the 24-month extension. Degrees in general health services administration typically do not. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming STEM eligibility.
What types of employers hire OPT students for health information management roles?
Hospitals, integrated health systems, outpatient clinics, health insurance companies, and healthcare IT vendors all hire HIM professionals. Large hospital networks and revenue cycle management firms tend to be the most experienced with OPT work authorization. You can browse OPT-friendly health information management employers directly on Migrate Mate, which filters for roles open to F-1 students.
Can I work as a health information manager at a hospital on OPT without H-1B sponsorship lined up?
Yes. OPT is independent of H-1B sponsorship. You're authorized to work for any qualifying employer during your OPT period without the employer needing to file anything immediately. The E-Verify requirement still applies, so confirm your employer is enrolled before your start date. H-1B sponsorship only becomes relevant if you want to stay after OPT expires.
Does working remotely in health information management affect my OPT authorization?
Remote work is permitted on OPT, but your employment must still be directly related to your major field of study. Your DSO needs accurate employer information in SEVIS, including address details even for fully remote roles. If you're working across state lines remotely, confirm with your DSO how to report the work location correctly to stay in compliance.
What happens if my OPT expires before my employer files for H-1B?
If your employer misses the H-1B filing window or you don't get selected in the lottery, your work authorization ends when OPT expires. A 60-day grace period follows, during which you can't work but can make plans to change status or depart. Starting your job search early and targeting employers with demonstrated H-1B filing history reduces this risk considerably.