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Human Resources Manager roles qualify for OPT work authorization when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Most employers in this field are experienced with employment eligibility verification, making HR one of the more OPT-accessible management tracks.
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Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety—and home to Baystate Medical Practices, the region’s largest multispecialty group—is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to join our dynamic Community Health Center in Springfield, MA.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Program Director, this position oversees daily operations for multi-site practices. You’ll serve as a key member of the service line leadership team—partnering closely with medical leadership to drive operational excellence, financial performance, employee engagement, and outstanding patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Collaboration
- Partner closely with physician and service line leadership to support clinical and operational goals
- Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for patients and staff
- Build strong relationships across Baystate Health and leverage resources effectively
- Advocate for staff while maintaining clear expectations and accountability
- Lead teams across multiple sites while aligning staff to the service line vision
Operations & Process Improvement
- Oversee daily operations and standardized workflows across one or multiple sites
- Ensure consistent implementation of Baystate Health policies and procedures
- Analyze operational data, identify root causes, and implement improvement plans
- Research and apply best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and outcomes
- Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership to support strategic decisions
Patient Experience & Customer Focus
- Ensure a consistently positive patient experience across all sites
- Address concerns proactively using active listening and problem-solving
- Promote culturally competent care and respect for diverse perspectives
Communication & Change Management
- Communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of the organization
- Lead and support change initiatives by explaining the “why” and reinforcing adoption
- Navigate difficult conversations with fairness, diplomacy, and solutions-focused thinking
Employee Engagement & Development
- Coach, mentor, and develop staff to support career growth and engagement
- Use employee engagement data to create and implement improvement plans
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a culture of continuous learning
Human Resources & Performance Management
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and merit processes
- Address performance issues through coaching, documentation, and corrective action when needed
- Partner with HR on complex employee relations matters
- Ensure compliance with policies and accurate documentation across all sites
Financial, Budget & Revenue Cycle Management
- Understand and manage revenue cycle operations and billing processes
- Monitor dashboards, identify revenue opportunities, and resolve discrepancies
- Oversee co-pay collection, referrals, eligibility, registration accuracy, and charge capture
- Monitor budgets, analyze variances, and contribute to budget development
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors Degree, required
- Minimum 3-5 years of management or supervision experience in healthcare that has included clinical operations
- A broad and thorough knowledge of physician practice management and resource utilization; financial systems, budget management, reimbursement issues and regulations
- Excellent communication (both oral and written) and presentation skills
- Strong customer service skills in a high-volume setting
- Initiative and ability to work independently
- Outpatient experience, preferred
SCHEDULE & LOCATION
- Full-time
- 11 Wilbraham Road, Springfield MA
Direct reports (3): Administrative Coordinator, Administrative Supervisor, Clinical Supervisor
Size & Scope
- RN & LPNs – 25
- Medical Assistant – 26
- Patient Service Representative - 21
- Providers 19 App's 19
- Internal Medicine Residency (CHAM) – 46 Residents
- Medicine & Pediatric Residency (MSQ - 32 Residents
Residency programs (78 residents)
- Internal Medicine Residency (CHAM): 46 residents
- Med-Peds Residency (MSQ): 32 residents
THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!
- Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
- Continuing education support and reimbursement
- 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
- Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
Education
Bachelors Degree (Required)
Certifications
Compensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum
$108,180.00 – $124,342.00 – $147,097.00
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety—and home to Baystate Medical Practices, the region’s largest multispecialty group—is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to join our dynamic Community Health Center in Springfield, MA.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Program Director, this position oversees daily operations for multi-site practices. You’ll serve as a key member of the service line leadership team—partnering closely with medical leadership to drive operational excellence, financial performance, employee engagement, and outstanding patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Collaboration
- Partner closely with physician and service line leadership to support clinical and operational goals
- Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for patients and staff
- Build strong relationships across Baystate Health and leverage resources effectively
- Advocate for staff while maintaining clear expectations and accountability
- Lead teams across multiple sites while aligning staff to the service line vision
Operations & Process Improvement
- Oversee daily operations and standardized workflows across one or multiple sites
- Ensure consistent implementation of Baystate Health policies and procedures
- Analyze operational data, identify root causes, and implement improvement plans
- Research and apply best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and outcomes
- Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership to support strategic decisions
Patient Experience & Customer Focus
- Ensure a consistently positive patient experience across all sites
- Address concerns proactively using active listening and problem-solving
- Promote culturally competent care and respect for diverse perspectives
Communication & Change Management
- Communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of the organization
- Lead and support change initiatives by explaining the “why” and reinforcing adoption
- Navigate difficult conversations with fairness, diplomacy, and solutions-focused thinking
Employee Engagement & Development
- Coach, mentor, and develop staff to support career growth and engagement
- Use employee engagement data to create and implement improvement plans
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a culture of continuous learning
Human Resources & Performance Management
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and merit processes
- Address performance issues through coaching, documentation, and corrective action when needed
- Partner with HR on complex employee relations matters
- Ensure compliance with policies and accurate documentation across all sites
Financial, Budget & Revenue Cycle Management
- Understand and manage revenue cycle operations and billing processes
- Monitor dashboards, identify revenue opportunities, and resolve discrepancies
- Oversee co-pay collection, referrals, eligibility, registration accuracy, and charge capture
- Monitor budgets, analyze variances, and contribute to budget development
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors Degree, required
- Minimum 3-5 years of management or supervision experience in healthcare that has included clinical operations
- A broad and thorough knowledge of physician practice management and resource utilization; financial systems, budget management, reimbursement issues and regulations
- Excellent communication (both oral and written) and presentation skills
- Strong customer service skills in a high-volume setting
- Initiative and ability to work independently
- Outpatient experience, preferred
SCHEDULE & LOCATION
- Full-time
- 11 Wilbraham Road, Springfield MA
Direct reports (3): Administrative Coordinator, Administrative Supervisor, Clinical Supervisor
Size & Scope
- RN & LPNs – 25
- Medical Assistant – 26
- Patient Service Representative - 21
- Providers 19 App's 19
- Internal Medicine Residency (CHAM) – 46 Residents
- Medicine & Pediatric Residency (MSQ - 32 Residents
Residency programs (78 residents)
- Internal Medicine Residency (CHAM): 46 residents
- Med-Peds Residency (MSQ): 32 residents
THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!
- Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
- Continuing education support and reimbursement
- 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
- Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
Education
Bachelors Degree (Required)
Certifications
Compensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum
$108,180.00 – $124,342.00 – $147,097.00
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Human Resources Manager
Lead with your degree alignment
HR Manager roles require a qualifying degree in human resources, business administration, or organizational psychology. Open every application by connecting your specific degree field to the role requirements directly, this clears the specialty occupation question before it's asked.
Target employers with existing international workforces
Companies with large international employee populations are far more likely to understand OPT documentation. Look for organizations with global operations or multinational hiring histories, as their HR teams already process work authorization verification routinely.
Address OPT timing proactively in interviews
HR hiring managers understand employment eligibility better than most. Be upfront about your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early in the process, they'll respect the transparency and it removes ambiguity before an offer stage.
Highlight HRIS and compliance experience
Demonstrable experience with HR information systems and I-9 compliance processes signals immediate value. Employers prioritize HR candidates who already understand employment authorization workflows, which also reinforces that you understand your own OPT documentation requirements.
Frame H-1B sponsorship as a low-lift for HR employers
HR Managers are often the very people who administer H-1B visa filings internally. Employers in this sector understand the process well. Position yourself as someone who reduces that learning curve, not creates it, by demonstrating familiarity with the petition process.
Pursue roles at mid-size to large companies with in-house legal
Companies with dedicated legal or compliance teams handle OPT-to-H-1B transitions far more smoothly than small employers. A 500-plus employee organization with in-house counsel is structurally better positioned to sponsor you without treating it as a burden.
Human Resources Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Human Resources Manager role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Human Resources Manager roles qualify for OPT when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, industrial-organizational psychology, or a closely related field. The key is that your degree field must align with the specific job requirements. Most corporate HR Manager postings explicitly list a relevant degree as required, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard that OPT work authorization depends on.
Am I eligible for a STEM OPT extension as an HR Manager?
It depends on your degree field. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree is in a STEM-designated program, such as industrial-organizational psychology or certain business analytics concentrations, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. A general HR or business administration degree typically does not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM OPT designated degree program list to confirm eligibility before assuming you have the extra time.
How do I find HR Manager jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for roles where employers are open to work authorization. Searching there saves significant time compared to applying broadly and hitting sponsorship walls late in the process. When browsing, prioritize postings at companies with existing international employee populations, as those employers have established I-9 and work authorization processes and are less likely to be surprised by OPT documentation requirements.
Will employers in HR be familiar with OPT work authorization?
More than in almost any other field. HR departments are responsible for I-9 verification and employment eligibility for their entire organization, so most HR hiring managers have direct experience with OPT, EAD cards, and work authorization documentation. That familiarity generally makes conversations about your status more straightforward than with hiring managers in technical or creative fields who rarely encounter these processes.
What happens to my HR Manager job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a timely filed receipt notice, you may be able to continue working under cap-gap protection through September 30 of that year. Your employer's HR or legal team should coordinate this carefully with your DSO. The timing between OPT expiration and the H-1B October 1 start date is the most critical window to manage, so begin that conversation with your employer well in advance.