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Systems Analyst roles qualify for OPT work authorization under CIP codes tied to Computer and Information Sciences. Many employers in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors sponsor H-1B visas after OPT, making this one of the stronger long-term pathways for F-1 students in STEM-adjacent fields.
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To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Clinical Systems Analyst I functions as the primary support contact and expert for the clinical application. They work under the direction of the Sr. Manager to configure, build, install and support the application. They coordinate all issues that arise during the project for their application area. Responsibilities include analyzing work flows and understanding policies, procedures and constraints of the clinical or business operations. In depth and precise investigation and documentation of operational specifications and application functionality is required. Leads effort to analyze and document project requirement for successful system upgrades. They function as the primary contact to troubleshoot problems and questions from end-users during training, go-live and stabilization periods. Attention to detail is a critical skill for this position. Successful candidates enjoy helping other users learn and adopt usage of the application. They collaboratively work with all departments as necessary in problem solving issues related to the application, communication, documentation, and in the implementation and maintenance of the application. Documents standard operating procedures for area of responsibility. Design, document and executes application testing and training plans.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.
Responsibilities:
Application Development
- Supports application development including system analysis, planning and preparation.
- Demonstrates extraordinary ability to perform the technical skills of the job. Works with team members to enhance technical and analytical skills, provide support and provides recommendations and participates in design and code walkthroughs.
- Designs, programs and tests conversions, interfaces, reports and other computer programs according to the departmental standards.
- Analyzes the need for development of in-house programs to support the new system, including programs needed to convert data from the old to the new system.
- Identifies and recommends changes in workflow, procedures, forms and/or data to make optimal use of the new system.
- Provides application function, design, and build expertise and experience needed for successful implementation.
- Assists in resolving major design issues and presents options for resolution.
- Analyzes business processes to ensure proper system configuration.
- Logs, tracks, and resolves issues and changes in regards to software code modifications or enhancements.
- Meets with users to determine specifications of particular hardware or software needs.
- Informs management of all issues that are impacting or will impact assigned area/s.
Teamwork
- Creates and maintains regular status reports to immediate manager.
- Attends weekly team meetings to discuss team and project related activities, issues, change, communications, and updates.
- Completes specific task activities as assigned and specified in project plans or application documentation.
- Works with training team to develop application specific training curriculums and materials.
- Supports all project team members with application and information systems knowledge.
- Promotes a team atmosphere that is conducive to the overall accomplishment of goals, schedules, and deadlines.
- Openly shares information with all team members.
- Willingness to subordinate individual goals for team goals.
Documentation
- Documents and maintains all required system design and build documents and configures system accordingly.
- Contributes to preparation of testing scripts and materials and performs unit, system, and integrated testing tasks.
- Provides expertise and experience to the development of production environment readiness plan.
Other
- Provides training to other IT staff and user clients as appropriate.
- Coordinates interactions and activities of vendors, both on-site and off-site.
- Work closely with end users to identify business needs and benefits of implementing a computing solution and strives to understand their needs.
Qualifications
EDUCATION Associates degree preferred or equivalent experience required.
- Valid Registered Nurse or Clinical License required within the appropriate clinical field.
EXPERIENCE 3 years clinical experience preferred.
- Prior operational responsibilities for system adoption troubleshooting and workflow validation required.
- Strong workflow and problem solving skills and Operations Improvement experience required.
LICENSURE Valid Registered Nurse license or other Clinical License in the appropriate clinical field required.
SPECIAL SKILLS Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision and ability to deal with simultaneous tasks, communicate effectively, problem solve, and develop creative solutions to complex problems required.
- Strong organizational, problem solving and listening skills, attention to detail, innovative thinking and ability to inspire others required.
- Must possess a high level of customer service skills and participate as strong, collaborative team player.
- Working knowledge or experience in Microsoft Office tools and an understanding of computer system capabilities to address process requirements required. Ability to contribute to detailed technical discussions and revise technical documentation.
- Familiarity and/or certification in Epic is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMAND Travel is required to YNHHS facilities.
Overview:
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Clinical Systems Analyst I functions as the primary support contact and expert for the clinical application. They work under the direction of the Sr. Manager to configure, build, install and support the application. They coordinate all issues that arise during the project for their application area. Responsibilities include analyzing work flows and understanding policies, procedures and constraints of the clinical or business operations. In depth and precise investigation and documentation of operational specifications and application functionality is required. Leads effort to analyze and document project requirement for successful system upgrades. They function as the primary contact to troubleshoot problems and questions from end-users during training, go-live and stabilization periods. Attention to detail is a critical skill for this position. Successful candidates enjoy helping other users learn and adopt usage of the application. They collaboratively work with all departments as necessary in problem solving issues related to the application, communication, documentation, and in the implementation and maintenance of the application. Documents standard operating procedures for area of responsibility. Design, document and executes application testing and training plans.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.
Responsibilities:
Application Development
- Supports application development including system analysis, planning and preparation.
- Demonstrates extraordinary ability to perform the technical skills of the job. Works with team members to enhance technical and analytical skills, provide support and provides recommendations and participates in design and code walkthroughs.
- Designs, programs and tests conversions, interfaces, reports and other computer programs according to the departmental standards.
- Analyzes the need for development of in-house programs to support the new system, including programs needed to convert data from the old to the new system.
- Identifies and recommends changes in workflow, procedures, forms and/or data to make optimal use of the new system.
- Provides application function, design, and build expertise and experience needed for successful implementation.
- Assists in resolving major design issues and presents options for resolution.
- Analyzes business processes to ensure proper system configuration.
- Logs, tracks, and resolves issues and changes in regards to software code modifications or enhancements.
- Meets with users to determine specifications of particular hardware or software needs.
- Informs management of all issues that are impacting or will impact assigned area/s.
Teamwork
- Creates and maintains regular status reports to immediate manager.
- Attends weekly team meetings to discuss team and project related activities, issues, change, communications, and updates.
- Completes specific task activities as assigned and specified in project plans or application documentation.
- Works with training team to develop application specific training curriculums and materials.
- Supports all project team members with application and information systems knowledge.
- Promotes a team atmosphere that is conducive to the overall accomplishment of goals, schedules, and deadlines.
- Openly shares information with all team members.
- Willingness to subordinate individual goals for team goals.
Documentation
- Documents and maintains all required system design and build documents and configures system accordingly.
- Contributes to preparation of testing scripts and materials and performs unit, system, and integrated testing tasks.
- Provides expertise and experience to the development of production environment readiness plan.
Other
- Provides training to other IT staff and user clients as appropriate.
- Coordinates interactions and activities of vendors, both on-site and off-site.
- Work closely with end users to identify business needs and benefits of implementing a computing solution and strives to understand their needs.
Qualifications
EDUCATION Associates degree preferred or equivalent experience required.
- Valid Registered Nurse or Clinical License required within the appropriate clinical field.
EXPERIENCE 3 years clinical experience preferred.
- Prior operational responsibilities for system adoption troubleshooting and workflow validation required.
- Strong workflow and problem solving skills and Operations Improvement experience required.
LICENSURE Valid Registered Nurse license or other Clinical License in the appropriate clinical field required.
SPECIAL SKILLS Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision and ability to deal with simultaneous tasks, communicate effectively, problem solve, and develop creative solutions to complex problems required.
- Strong organizational, problem solving and listening skills, attention to detail, innovative thinking and ability to inspire others required.
- Must possess a high level of customer service skills and participate as strong, collaborative team player.
- Working knowledge or experience in Microsoft Office tools and an understanding of computer system capabilities to address process requirements required. Ability to contribute to detailed technical discussions and revise technical documentation.
- Familiarity and/or certification in Epic is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMAND Travel is required to YNHHS facilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Systems Analyst
Target STEM OPT-eligible employers first
Systems Analyst roles classified under CIP codes like 11.0101 qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Prioritize employers with active E-Verify enrollment, since that's a hard requirement for STEM OPT authorization through your DSO.
Frame your degree match clearly in applications
Hiring managers reviewing OPT candidates want to see a direct line from your degree to the role. Explicitly connect your Information Systems, Computer Science, or Engineering degree to the systems analysis work in your resume summary and cover letter.
Identify employers with H-1B sponsorship history
Search OFLC disclosure data to verify which companies have previously sponsored H-1B visas for Systems Analyst roles. Firms with consistent sponsorship history are significantly more likely to extend that support to OPT candidates they hire.
Highlight cross-functional communication skills
Systems Analysts sit between technical teams and business stakeholders. Employers sponsoring OPT candidates take on extra process overhead, so demonstrating you can reduce friction between departments makes you a stronger candidate worth that investment.
Apply before your OPT start date, not after
Many employers won't extend offers if your OPT hasn't been approved yet. Start applying two to three months before your program end date so you have an active EAD card in hand when onboarding conversations begin.
Negotiate your training plan early for STEM OPT
STEM OPT requires a formal training plan signed by your employer. Bring this up during the offer stage, not after you've accepted. Employers unfamiliar with the process will need lead time to work with their HR or legal teams.
Systems Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Systems Analyst on OPT?
Yes, provided your degree field is directly related to the Systems Analyst role. Common qualifying degrees include Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Business Information Technology. Your DSO must authorize OPT and your employment must align with the academic program listed on your I-20. Unrelated degree fields will not qualify, even if you're technically capable of doing the work.
Do Systems Analyst jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on how your degree's CIP code is classified and whether your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Systems Analyst roles at E-Verify employers, where your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code such as 11.0101 or 14.0101, qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Where can I find Systems Analyst jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so you can filter Systems Analyst roles by employers actively open to OPT candidates. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, after interviews have already taken place.
What happens if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, you're protected by cap-gap rules through September 30 of that year, assuming you're subject to the H-1B annual cap. Your EAD is automatically extended during this cap-gap period. If the H-1B petition is not selected in the lottery or not filed in time, you'll need to stop working and either change status or leave the U.S.
How long does it typically take to get hired as a Systems Analyst on OPT?
Hiring timelines for Systems Analyst roles range from three to eight weeks from first interview to offer, though enterprise employers in finance and healthcare often run longer processes. Factor in another two to four weeks for onboarding paperwork and background checks. Starting your search at least three months before your OPT authorization begins gives you a realistic buffer to land a role before your employment window opens.