Laboratory Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Maryland
Maryland's laboratory sector spans NIH-adjacent biomedical research in Bethesda and Rockville, academic labs at Johns Hopkins and the University of Maryland, and federal contractors across the Baltimore-Washington corridor. Major employers including Leidos, Emergent BioSolutions, and MedImmune have established records of sponsoring work visas for qualified laboratory professionals.
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Performs various front desk and phlebotomy duties in an ambulatory laboratory setting including such functions as complete demographic and insurance registration, scheduling patients and/or verifying insurance information, phlebotomy specimen collection and quality checks of samples. Must be fully certified in patient registration and phlebotomy; and other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Demonstrates knowledge of FPI and its practices, including payer contracts, policies and best practices.
- Exhibits entry level of skill in managing provider schedules and scheduling appointments accurately and effectively, including communicating patient responsibilities (obtaining a referral, bringing a co-pay, presenting identification and an insurance card at check in) and other events as part of the practice pre-visit activities.
- Demonstrates the ability and understanding of FPI policy for cash collection and patient encounter, including collecting co-payments, outstanding balances and posting accurately and efficiently in GE Front Desk Credit Card Module.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of the revenue cycle as it relates to patient encounters and obtaining/verifying patient demographic and insurance information in order to receive payment for services rendered.
- Observes and applies relevant FPI and departmental policies and procedures. Observes and promotes positive guest relations. Demonstrates courtesy and open communications with patients and referral sources.
- Confirms all written orders on the requisition match specimen label.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
- Completion of an accredited program in Phlebotomy.
- Previous medical office experience is a plus.
- General understanding and application of basic accounting principles.
- PC proficiency.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Accurate data entry skills.
- Current knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and pre-authorization.
- Knowledge of computerized billing system.
COMPENSATION
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits
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INTRODUCTION
Performs various front desk and phlebotomy duties in an ambulatory laboratory setting including such functions as complete demographic and insurance registration, scheduling patients and/or verifying insurance information, phlebotomy specimen collection and quality checks of samples. Must be fully certified in patient registration and phlebotomy; and other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Demonstrates knowledge of FPI and its practices, including payer contracts, policies and best practices.
- Exhibits entry level of skill in managing provider schedules and scheduling appointments accurately and effectively, including communicating patient responsibilities (obtaining a referral, bringing a co-pay, presenting identification and an insurance card at check in) and other events as part of the practice pre-visit activities.
- Demonstrates the ability and understanding of FPI policy for cash collection and patient encounter, including collecting co-payments, outstanding balances and posting accurately and efficiently in GE Front Desk Credit Card Module.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of the revenue cycle as it relates to patient encounters and obtaining/verifying patient demographic and insurance information in order to receive payment for services rendered.
- Observes and applies relevant FPI and departmental policies and procedures. Observes and promotes positive guest relations. Demonstrates courtesy and open communications with patients and referral sources.
- Confirms all written orders on the requisition match specimen label.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
- Completion of an accredited program in Phlebotomy.
- Previous medical office experience is a plus.
- General understanding and application of basic accounting principles.
- PC proficiency.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Accurate data entry skills.
- Current knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and pre-authorization.
- Knowledge of computerized billing system.
COMPENSATION
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Which companies sponsor visas for laboratory professionals in Maryland?
Federal contractors and biotech firms lead laboratory visa sponsorship in Maryland. Employers such as Leidos, Emergent BioSolutions, MedImmune (AstraZeneca), and Novavax have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for laboratory roles. Academic medical centers including Johns Hopkins Hospital and University of Maryland Medical System also sponsor research scientists and clinical laboratory professionals through H-1B and J-1 visa pathways.
Which visa types are most common for laboratory roles in Maryland?
The H-1B is the most widely used visa for laboratory scientists, research associates, and clinical lab specialists in Maryland, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field. J-1 exchange visitor visas are also common for postdoctoral researchers at NIH-affiliated institutions and universities. Some laboratory roles at academic hospitals use TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals.
Which cities in Maryland have the most laboratory sponsorship jobs?
Rockville and Bethesda concentrate the largest share of laboratory sponsorship activity, driven by proximity to NIH campuses and a dense cluster of biotech and pharmaceutical companies. Baltimore is the second major hub, anchored by Johns Hopkins University and its affiliated research institutes. Gaithersburg also hosts a significant number of biopharmaceutical employers, including Novavax and several contract research organizations.
How to find laboratory visa sponsorship jobs in Maryland?
Migrate Mate filters laboratory job listings in Maryland specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through roles that don't apply to international candidates. Searching within Migrate Mate for laboratory roles in Rockville, Baltimore, or Gaithersburg surfaces positions at biotech firms, federal contractors, and academic institutions that have a documented history of sponsoring H-1B and J-1 visas for scientific staff.
Are there state-specific factors that affect laboratory visa sponsorship in Maryland?
Maryland's concentration of NIH-funded research creates a pipeline of postdoctoral and research scientist roles that routinely involve J-1 and H-1B sponsorship. Employers must pay the Department of Labor's prevailing wage for the specific laboratory occupation and geographic area, which in the Baltimore-Washington metro tends to reflect a competitive market for scientific talent. Positions at institutions receiving federal grants are often well-practiced in navigating sponsorship requirements.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored laboratory jobs in Maryland?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.