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Transition Manager jobs on OPT require employers comfortable sponsoring or maintaining F-1 work authorization. Most roles fall under business or management specialty occupations, which support H-1B visa eligibility later. STEM OPT extension is not typically available for this title, so your 12-month OPT timeline matters from day one.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, Aurora - CO
Department: UCHA Transition Specialties Unit
Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
Pay: $22.75 - $35.26 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Work nights, earn more - our Night Shift Incentive Program pays $1,600 quarterly ($6,400/year) to full-time night shift RNs and LPNs
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing program.
- State licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) or Vocational Nurse (LVN).
- BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
At UCHealth, We Improve Lives
LPN:
As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, LPN provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
- Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
- Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
- Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions.
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, Aurora - CO
Department: UCHA Transition Specialties Unit
Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Days
Pay: $22.75 - $35.26 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Work nights, earn more - our Night Shift Incentive Program pays $1,600 quarterly ($6,400/year) to full-time night shift RNs and LPNs
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing program.
- State licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) or Vocational Nurse (LVN).
- BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
At UCHealth, We Improve Lives
LPN:
As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, LPN provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
- Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
- Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
- Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions.
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Transition Manager
Target employers with a track record of H-1B sponsorship
Transition Manager roles at consulting firms and large enterprises are more likely to sponsor visas long-term. Check USCIS H-1B visa disclosure data to confirm an employer has filed petitions for similar management roles before accepting an offer.
Frame your OPT timeline upfront in applications
Hiring managers often assume international candidates need immediate visa action. Clarifying that you have 12 months of authorized work time reduces hesitation and signals you understand the process, making conversations about sponsorship easier to initiate.
Emphasize change management certifications
Credentials like Prosci ADKAR or CCMP signal structured expertise that justifies specialty occupation status under H-1B. Earning one before your OPT ends strengthens both your candidacy and any future visa petition your employer files on your behalf.
Focus on industries with high sponsorship rates
Technology, financial services, and management consulting sponsor Transition Managers far more consistently than government contractors or nonprofits. Targeting these sectors increases the likelihood an employer already has internal immigration counsel and established sponsorship workflows in place.
Connect your degree directly to the role in your resume
Transition Manager roles must qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship. Explicitly linking your degree in business, organizational psychology, or a related field to your job duties strengthens this case for both hiring managers and immigration attorneys.
Start the H-1B conversation before your OPT expires
The H-1B cap-subject lottery opens in March for an October start date. If your OPT expires before October, ask your employer about cap-exempt options or an early filing strategy so there is no gap in your authorized employment.
Transition Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Transition Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Transition Manager roles typically qualify as professional positions tied to a bachelor's degree or higher in business, organizational management, or a related field, which satisfies F-1 OPT employment requirements. Your work must be directly related to your degree, so document that connection clearly from your first day on the job.
Does a Transition Manager role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Generally no. Transition Management is classified under business and management occupations rather than STEM fields, so the 24-month STEM OPT extension is not available for this title. You'll be working with a standard 12-month OPT period, which makes early employer conversations about H-1B sponsorship especially important for maintaining continuous work authorization.
How do I find Transition Manager jobs that support OPT work authorization?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to hiring international candidates. Browsing Transition Manager listings on Migrate Mate saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, when your OPT timeline is already running.
Will employers sponsor an H-1B visa for a Transition Manager role?
Many will, particularly in consulting, technology, and financial services. The key requirement is that the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Transition Manager roles generally meet this bar, but the employer must be willing to file the petition and navigate the H-1B lottery.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a timely filed application on record, you may be eligible for a cap-gap extension that bridges your authorization through September 30. Confirm this with your Designated School Official immediately after your employer submits the petition, and do not stop working until you have written confirmation of your cap-gap status.