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Arizona's growing technology corridor in the Phoenix metro, expanding semiconductor manufacturing sector, and research-intensive universities in Tempe and Tucson create steady F-1 OPT sponsorship opportunities across engineering, data science, finance, and healthcare IT roles for international students.
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A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients' lives? We're seeking a dedicated Transition Care Associate with a Bachelor's Degree and experience in hospital/healthcare settings or a social work background to join our collaborative interdisciplinary team. In this vital role, you'll guide patients and families through the discharge process—from reviewing daily holdovers and attending multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, nutritionists, and pharmacists, to communicating discharge plans and providing crucial support every step of the way. As a valued team member, you'll experience the rewarding impact of direct patient interaction while building a strong foundation for professional growth in healthcare. If you thrive in fast-paced, engaging environments where your contributions truly matter and collaboration drives success, this is your opportunity to advance your career while making a real difference in patient care!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position facilitates the safe and timely transition of clients from acute care to alternative levels of care such as skilled nursing facility, long-term acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, home infusion therapy, hospice and/or home care or community program. Facilitates discharge plan for the transition of care and services into the designated setting or service. Provides on-site or telephonic discharge arrangements to post-acute and community services.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Processes and facilitates the timely discharge/transfer of clients from hospital care to identified post-acute setting. Notifies care coordination team member(s) if patient or caregiver demonstrate or verbalize any inability/concern to be able to manage their post-acute plan or responsibilities.
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Facilitates/implements the care plan with proposed interventions in collaboration with healthcare team. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to implement, manage and communicate the transition of care arrangements.
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Participates in performance improvement projects, Banner initiatives and performs data collection for measurement of projects as assigned.
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Documents all interventions in the patient medical record both timely and accurately including all elements of the discharge plan. Performs transfer of accurate, pertinent patient information between all appropriate entities of the post-acute care continuum.
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Assist and support patients and families in making appropriate arrangements for the post-acute plan. Performs follow-up calls to patients and providers as indicated and report any concerns to leadership.
-
Serves as an intermediary when providing community resources to patients, caregiver, and families. Discusses with patient, caregiver, and/or family maintaining clear communication regarding anticipated discharge date and potential care settings.
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Maintains knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other program benefits to assist patients with transition of care planning and choices.
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Employee has freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures and implements the discharge plan under the delegated authority of a provider, licensed MSW, registered nurse or other licensed healthcare professional. Confers with supervisor/manager on any unusual situations and communicates plans and activities for patient discharge across the care continuum. Internal customers: Post-acute services team members and all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of assigned facility interdisciplinary health care team. External customers: home health agencies, nursing homes, insurance providers, group homes, assisted living facilities, hospice, long-term acute care hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, volunteer agencies, county/governmental agencies and medical supply companies and others as required.
SCHEDULE:
- This is a full time opportunity.
- Hours are Monday-Friday,
- Weekend rotations are required in this role.
- Enjoy a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential when applicable.
LOCATION
- Banner Behavioral Health Hospital
For more than four decades, Banner Behavioral Health has provided 24/7 crisis intervention and therapeutic services in a medically safe, recovery-focused environment. Banner Behavioral Health has 156 licensed inpatient beds and is located in Scottsdale, AZ. Our focus is on adults and adolescents dealing with mental health and/or chemical dependency issues who voluntarily seek help. Our highly skilled and compassionate staff are dedicated to providing a therapeutic healing environment and excellent health care experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree in social work or related degree or a Licensed Practice Nurse, or a Licensed Respiratory Therapist required.
Must have knowledge of government/community agencies and resources, such as Medicare/Medicaid, long term care or other applicable resources/services. Must demonstrate effective communication and customer service skills, human relation skills and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours and work weekends on rotation. BLS required. (BLS is not required for employees working in the Insurance Division.)
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Previous experience in health care service setting, interacting with patients and families, usually obtained through work in social services, as a licensed practical nurse or in a discharge planning setting.
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Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
INTRODUCTION
A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients' lives? We're seeking a dedicated Transition Care Associate with a Bachelor's Degree and experience in hospital/healthcare settings or a social work background to join our collaborative interdisciplinary team. In this vital role, you'll guide patients and families through the discharge process—from reviewing daily holdovers and attending multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, nutritionists, and pharmacists, to communicating discharge plans and providing crucial support every step of the way. As a valued team member, you'll experience the rewarding impact of direct patient interaction while building a strong foundation for professional growth in healthcare. If you thrive in fast-paced, engaging environments where your contributions truly matter and collaboration drives success, this is your opportunity to advance your career while making a real difference in patient care!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position facilitates the safe and timely transition of clients from acute care to alternative levels of care such as skilled nursing facility, long-term acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, home infusion therapy, hospice and/or home care or community program. Facilitates discharge plan for the transition of care and services into the designated setting or service. Provides on-site or telephonic discharge arrangements to post-acute and community services.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Processes and facilitates the timely discharge/transfer of clients from hospital care to identified post-acute setting. Notifies care coordination team member(s) if patient or caregiver demonstrate or verbalize any inability/concern to be able to manage their post-acute plan or responsibilities.
-
Facilitates/implements the care plan with proposed interventions in collaboration with healthcare team. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to implement, manage and communicate the transition of care arrangements.
-
Participates in performance improvement projects, Banner initiatives and performs data collection for measurement of projects as assigned.
-
Documents all interventions in the patient medical record both timely and accurately including all elements of the discharge plan. Performs transfer of accurate, pertinent patient information between all appropriate entities of the post-acute care continuum.
-
Assist and support patients and families in making appropriate arrangements for the post-acute plan. Performs follow-up calls to patients and providers as indicated and report any concerns to leadership.
-
Serves as an intermediary when providing community resources to patients, caregiver, and families. Discusses with patient, caregiver, and/or family maintaining clear communication regarding anticipated discharge date and potential care settings.
-
Maintains knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other program benefits to assist patients with transition of care planning and choices.
-
Employee has freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures and implements the discharge plan under the delegated authority of a provider, licensed MSW, registered nurse or other licensed healthcare professional. Confers with supervisor/manager on any unusual situations and communicates plans and activities for patient discharge across the care continuum. Internal customers: Post-acute services team members and all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of assigned facility interdisciplinary health care team. External customers: home health agencies, nursing homes, insurance providers, group homes, assisted living facilities, hospice, long-term acute care hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, volunteer agencies, county/governmental agencies and medical supply companies and others as required.
SCHEDULE:
- This is a full time opportunity.
- Hours are Monday-Friday,
- Weekend rotations are required in this role.
- Enjoy a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential when applicable.
LOCATION
- Banner Behavioral Health Hospital
For more than four decades, Banner Behavioral Health has provided 24/7 crisis intervention and therapeutic services in a medically safe, recovery-focused environment. Banner Behavioral Health has 156 licensed inpatient beds and is located in Scottsdale, AZ. Our focus is on adults and adolescents dealing with mental health and/or chemical dependency issues who voluntarily seek help. Our highly skilled and compassionate staff are dedicated to providing a therapeutic healing environment and excellent health care experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree in social work or related degree or a Licensed Practice Nurse, or a Licensed Respiratory Therapist required.
Must have knowledge of government/community agencies and resources, such as Medicare/Medicaid, long term care or other applicable resources/services. Must demonstrate effective communication and customer service skills, human relation skills and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours and work weekends on rotation. BLS required. (BLS is not required for employees working in the Insurance Division.)
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Previous experience in health care service setting, interacting with patients and families, usually obtained through work in social services, as a licensed practical nurse or in a discharge planning setting.
-
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Tips for Finding OPT Jobs in Arizona
Target Arizona's semiconductor and chip manufacturing expansion
Major semiconductor investments in the Phoenix area have created engineering and technical roles that regularly sponsor F-1 OPT workers. Research companies with active manufacturing campuses in Chandler, Gilbert, and Scottsdale for the strongest sponsorship concentration.
Leverage your university's OPT employer network
Arizona State University, University of Arizona, and Arizona State's career services offices maintain direct relationships with local employers familiar with OPT authorization. Attend employer recruiting events on campus before your OPT start date to get ahead of the timeline.
Align your job search to STEM OPT-eligible roles
STEM OPT extends your authorization from 12 to 36 months if your degree and job qualify. In Arizona, roles in electrical engineering, software development, data analytics, and biotechnology frequently meet the STEM OPT criteria, giving you a longer runway to demonstrate value.
Focus on employers with a documented OPT sponsorship history
Not every Arizona employer understands OPT authorization requirements. Use Migrate Mate to find companies that have actively hired F-1 OPT workers, which signals employer familiarity with the process and reduces friction in your application.
Explore Tucson's research and defense sector opportunities
Tucson hosts a cluster of aerospace, defense, and optics employers connected to the University of Arizona's research programs. These industries regularly hire STEM graduates on OPT and have established HR processes for work authorization documentation.
Apply early relative to your OPT start date
Arizona employers in competitive fields like fintech and software often fill roles months in advance. Start applications at least 90 days before your intended OPT start date to give employers time to onboard you without gaps in your authorization period.
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Get Access To All JobsF-1 OPT Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Arizona sponsor the most F-1 OPT visas?
Technology, semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace and defense, financial services, and healthcare IT sponsor the largest share of F-1 OPT workers in Arizona. The Phoenix metro's growing tech and chip fabrication ecosystem drives much of this demand, while Tucson contributes through optics, defense contracting, and university-affiliated research roles.
Which cities in Arizona have the most F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix and its surrounding East Valley cities, particularly Chandler, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Gilbert, account for the highest concentration of F-1 OPT sponsorship opportunities in Arizona. Tucson is the secondary hub, especially for STEM roles tied to the University of Arizona's research and technology commercialization ecosystem.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Arizona?
Roles in software engineering, electrical and semiconductor engineering, data science, financial analysis, supply chain management, and biomedical research commonly qualify for F-1 OPT in Arizona. Positions must be directly related to your field of study. STEM-designated degrees open additional qualifying roles and extend OPT authorization to 36 months.
How do I find F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings specifically by F-1 OPT sponsorship availability in Arizona, which removes the guesswork of identifying employer willingness. Combining that with your university's career center, local tech meetups in Phoenix, and networking within ASU or University of Arizona alumni groups gives you the broadest coverage of active opportunities.
Are there any state-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Arizona?
Arizona does not impose state-level restrictions on F-1 OPT employment beyond federal requirements, so authorization is governed entirely by your DSO and USCIS rules. However, some Arizona employers in defense and aerospace require security clearance eligibility, which can limit OPT candidates. Always confirm work authorization compatibility before applying to cleared positions.