Collections Specialist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Collections Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before sponsoring, and candidates with F-1 OPT or STEM OPT can work while a full H-1B visa petition is pending.
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The Billing and Collections Specialist is a full-time remote position responsible for the timely follow-up and resolution of billed claims and outstanding accounts. This role manages accounts receivable activities, investigates and resolves claim denials and payment discrepancies, and ensures accurate and thorough documentation of account activity. The specialist works collaboratively with internal teams and payers to optimize reimbursement, reduce outstanding balances, and maintain compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Pay Range: $18.59 - $26.98 Hourly
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
- Appeal and/or rebill all open, underpaid/unpaid claims thoroughly, accurately, promptly, and with all supporting documentation
- Responsible for maintaining and updating payor billing and collection guidelines, fee schedules, etc.
- Review, document, and resolve all incoming correspondence, payor calls, and payments; Assist as needed
- Report all payor issues and/or denial trends to Lead/Supervisor
- May work cross-functionally to complete multiple assignments
- Other duties as assigned
Additional Job Requirements
- Regular scheduled attendance
- Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 0%
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to four years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2-3 years’ medical billing and claims reimbursement experience; preferred
- Knowledge of all Government, Commercial and Private payers; preferred
- Knowledge of medical and billing terminology; required
- Knowledge of HIPAA and other industry specific regulations; required
- (Internal) Employed as Billing & Collections Specialist I for a minimum of 1 year; exceptions with manager approval
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
- Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
- Intermediate customer service and phone skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Computer Skills
- Intermediate with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- None
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Job Summary
The Billing and Collections Specialist is a full-time remote position responsible for the timely follow-up and resolution of billed claims and outstanding accounts. This role manages accounts receivable activities, investigates and resolves claim denials and payment discrepancies, and ensures accurate and thorough documentation of account activity. The specialist works collaboratively with internal teams and payers to optimize reimbursement, reduce outstanding balances, and maintain compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Pay Range: $18.59 - $26.98 Hourly
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
- Appeal and/or rebill all open, underpaid/unpaid claims thoroughly, accurately, promptly, and with all supporting documentation
- Responsible for maintaining and updating payor billing and collection guidelines, fee schedules, etc.
- Review, document, and resolve all incoming correspondence, payor calls, and payments; Assist as needed
- Report all payor issues and/or denial trends to Lead/Supervisor
- May work cross-functionally to complete multiple assignments
- Other duties as assigned
Additional Job Requirements
- Regular scheduled attendance
- Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 0%
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to four years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2-3 years’ medical billing and claims reimbursement experience; preferred
- Knowledge of all Government, Commercial and Private payers; preferred
- Knowledge of medical and billing terminology; required
- Knowledge of HIPAA and other industry specific regulations; required
- (Internal) Employed as Billing & Collections Specialist I for a minimum of 1 year; exceptions with manager approval
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
- Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
- Intermediate customer service and phone skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Computer Skills
- Intermediate with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- None
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Collections Specialist
Frame your degree as directly relevant
Collections Specialist roles must meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard. Explicitly connect your finance, accounting, or business degree to your job duties in your resume and cover letter so employers can defend the degree requirement when filing the LCA.
Search DOL filings by occupation title
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wage levels for Collections Specialist roles in your target city. Knowing your wage tier before interviews lets you flag employers whose offers fall below DOL-certified levels, which can sink an LCA filing.
Target financial services firms with sponsorship history
Banks, credit unions, debt management companies, and accounts receivable outsourcing firms file LCAs regularly for collections roles. These employers already have immigration counsel on retainer and are less likely to drop sponsorship mid-process than smaller firms.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Search Collections Specialist roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed LCA filing history for this occupation. That verification step removes guesswork about whether a company has sponsored before and cuts time spent on employers who won't.
Clarify sponsorship scope during offer negotiation
Ask explicitly whether the offer covers H-1B filing fees, premium processing, and future green card sponsorship. Some employers cover USCIS petition costs but exclude PERM labor certification, which matters if you're planning a long-term U.S. career path.
Check your O*NET job zone before applying
O*NET classifies Collections Specialists at a job zone that may not automatically signal degree-level work to USCIS. Document any analytical, compliance, or financial reporting duties in your application materials to strengthen the specialty occupation argument at the petition stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Collections Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires that the position normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as finance, accounting, or business administration. Collections roles focused on complex commercial debt, compliance, or financial analysis are stronger candidates than entry-level consumer collections positions, which USCIS may challenge as not requiring a specialized degree.
What visa options are available to Collections Specialist candidates beyond H-1B?
F-1 students can work as Collections Specialists under OPT for 12 months, with a 24-month STEM OPT extension available if the role ties to a STEM-designated degree such as finance or data analytics. TN visa status is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals, as economists and accountants appear on the USMCA profession list, though the role title must map clearly to a listed category. EB-2 and EB-3 green cards are also viable long-term paths through PERM labor certification.
How do I find Collections Specialist jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Browse Collections Specialist roles on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for this occupation. That lets you focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring candidates rather than those that may be open to it in theory but have no track record.
Will my employer need to file a PERM labor certification for a Collections Specialist green card?
Most EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based green card petitions for Collections Specialists require PERM labor certification through DOL. The employer must conduct a formal recruitment process and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. PERM timelines currently run well over a year, and candidates from India and China face substantial priority date backlogs, so early planning with your employer matters.
Does a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. satisfy H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
USCIS evaluates foreign degrees through credential evaluation. A three-year degree is often accepted when combined with relevant post-degree work experience under the degree-equivalency framework, where three years of specialized experience can substitute for one year of education. For Collections Specialist roles, the evaluator should confirm the degree aligns specifically with finance, accounting, or a related discipline rather than issuing a general equivalency.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Collections Specialist jobs?
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.