TN Visa Clinical Operations Director Jobs
Clinical Operations Director roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty as a management consultant or scientific, engineering, or technical occupation, depending on how the position is scoped. Canadian citizens can enter at the U.S. border with employer support documentation; Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate with the same documentation. Your employer prepares a support letter outlining your qualifications and role details before you apply.
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Optum Behavioral Care Center, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Clinical Operations Director to join our team in Venice, FL. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Directly manage a team of OBC clinicians and ensure clinicians are prepared and supported to provide care to those we serve
- Provide clinician development with clinical oversight, professional development, training, and address performance management needs with timely feedback
- Set and communicate clear expectations for clinical quality, evidence-based treatment, documentation, and HIPAA compliance
- Promote a clinical quality and safety culture, adherence to OBC and Optum policies, utilizing evidence-based protocols and industry best practices
- Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly metrics are met (e.g., completion of notes, schedule availability, appointment volume)
- Maximize clinical operational performance across key performance indicators in partnership with the Executive Director; facilitate remediation plans if targets are missed
- Foster a collaborative culture and team camaraderie with regular team meetings, check-ins, and 1:1s
- Carry a clinical caseload of at least 10-50% in alignment with compensation arrangement
We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:
- Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
- Flexible work models & paid time off
- Health and well-being benefits including health insurance, 401k matching, and wellness resources
- Professional development with tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
- Licensed as a PHD, PsyD, LCSW, LPC, or LCP (independently licensed) in the state of Florida
- 3+ years of experience leading, managing, and driving change in a highly regulated environment
- Experience managing teams and prioritizing competing priorities to ensure quality, on-time delivery, and appropriate team focus
- Proven ability to oversee and coordinate multiple clinical locations
- Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation (Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS or other EHRs)
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Optum Behavioral Care Center, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Clinical Operations Director to join our team in Venice, FL. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Directly manage a team of OBC clinicians and ensure clinicians are prepared and supported to provide care to those we serve
- Provide clinician development with clinical oversight, professional development, training, and address performance management needs with timely feedback
- Set and communicate clear expectations for clinical quality, evidence-based treatment, documentation, and HIPAA compliance
- Promote a clinical quality and safety culture, adherence to OBC and Optum policies, utilizing evidence-based protocols and industry best practices
- Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly metrics are met (e.g., completion of notes, schedule availability, appointment volume)
- Maximize clinical operational performance across key performance indicators in partnership with the Executive Director; facilitate remediation plans if targets are missed
- Foster a collaborative culture and team camaraderie with regular team meetings, check-ins, and 1:1s
- Carry a clinical caseload of at least 10-50% in alignment with compensation arrangement
We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:
- Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
- Flexible work models & paid time off
- Health and well-being benefits including health insurance, 401k matching, and wellness resources
- Professional development with tuition reimbursement and dedicated learning time
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field
- Licensed as a PHD, PsyD, LCSW, LPC, or LCP (independently licensed) in the state of Florida
- 3+ years of experience leading, managing, and driving change in a highly regulated environment
- Experience managing teams and prioritizing competing priorities to ensure quality, on-time delivery, and appropriate team focus
- Proven ability to oversee and coordinate multiple clinical locations
- Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation (Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS or other EHRs)
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with equal effectiveness
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Operations Director
Align your credentials to TN categories
Clinical Operations Director roles don't map to a single TN category. Frame your application around management consultant or scientific occupations based on your degree field, because CBP officers evaluate the degree-to-role connection at entry.
Target health systems with established TN pipelines
Hospitals operating multi-site clinical trials and contract research organizations regularly sponsor work visas for operations leadership. These employers have experience with visa sponsorship and legal counsel familiar with USMCA filings, which can streamline your hiring process significantly.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Operations Director openings by employers with recent visa filings. This cuts out roles where you'd need to educate hiring managers about USMCA eligibility from scratch.
Prepare a degree equivalency letter early
If your clinical or life sciences degree is from a Canadian or Mexican institution, get a credential evaluation before your first interview. CBP requires the degree to directly relate to the director role, and gaps in that documentation can trigger secondary inspection.
Negotiate visa support letter into your offer timeline
Your employer will need to prepare a support letter documenting your qualifications and role before your port of entry interview. Build at least seven business days into your start date negotiation to ensure the letter is complete and thorough—this gives your employer time to gather necessary documentation without rushing the process after you've already relocated.
Understand the Mexican TN consular appointment process
As a Mexican citizen, you'll need to apply for TN status at a U.S. consulate rather than at a port of entry. Schedule your consular appointment in Mexico City or Monterrey as soon as your employer provides their support letter, since appointment availability varies by season and can add weeks to your start date.
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Find Clinical Operations Director JobsClinical Operations Director TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Operations Director role qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the position is structured and your degree. TN status requires the role to fall under an approved USMCA occupation category, most commonly management consultant or a scientific or technical profession. A Clinical Operations Director overseeing clinical trials or regulatory submissions with a relevant degree in life sciences, nursing, or health administration can qualify, but the degree-to-role connection must be direct and documentable for CBP review.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN has no lottery and no annual cap for Canadian citizens, so your employer can sponsor you any time of year without waiting for an October 1 start date. H-1B selection is random and capped at 85,000 per fiscal year. For Mexican citizens, TN has a 5,500 annual allocation, but it still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely. Renewal for both visas requires employer continuation, though TN renewals don't require USCIS petition approval for Canadians entering at the border.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for TN sponsorship?
Your employer will prepare a support letter describing your role, your USMCA occupation category, and your qualifications. For Canadian citizens, you bring this letter along with your degree credentials, credential evaluation if applicable, and a valid passport directly to your U.S. port of entry. For Mexican citizens, you'll apply at a U.S. consulate with the same documentation. USCIS is not involved in the TN visa process.
How do I find Clinical Operations Director jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Clinical Operations Director roles at employers with recent visa filings, so you're not spending interviews educating hiring managers about USMCA eligibility. Most generic job searches don't filter by visa type, which means you often reach the offer stage only to find the employer won't sponsor. Filtering by employers experienced with work visa sponsorship upfront saves significant time in a role where hiring timelines are already long.
Can I switch employers while working as a Clinical Operations Director on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. If you change employers, your new employer must prepare a new support letter for your new position. Canadian citizens can present this letter at the U.S. border or port of entry without advance filing. Mexican citizens need to apply at a U.S. consulate with the support letter. You don't maintain TN status during a gap between employers, so coordinate your transition carefully to avoid a lapse in work authorization.
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