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McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
Clinical Program Consultant
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Clinical Program Consultant serves as a clinical subject matter expert supporting customers and internal teams across infection prevention, surgical services, patient safety, and evidence-based clinical practice. In this role, you will develop clinical programs, provide consultation, support medical product evaluations and conversions, and deliver education to healthcare customers, sales teams, and business partners.
You will translate clinical evidence, industry standards, and best practices into practical solutions that improve patient safety, clinical quality, and customer outcomes.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Provide clinical consultation and subject matter expertise in areas such as infection prevention, perioperative/surgical services, epidemiology, sterile processing, and patient safety.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical programs, educational resources, clinical pathways, and best-practice tools.
- Support customer clinical assessments, medical product evaluations, product conversions, new product introductions, and implementations.
- Evaluate healthcare products and technologies for clinical appropriateness, safety, and effectiveness.
- Develop and deliver clinical education, webinars, presentations, and training for customers and internal teams.
- Interpret clinical literature, guidelines, and regulatory requirements and translate evidence into actionable recommendations.
- Partner with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, suppliers, and other teams to support customer and business initiatives.
- Support sales presentations, customer business reviews, RFP responses, product evaluations, and strategic initiatives with clinical expertise.
- Maintain current knowledge of clinical standards, regulatory requirements, industry trends, and evidence-based practices.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field
- 5+ years of clinical healthcare experience with demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following: infection prevention, epidemiology, perioperative nursing, surgical services, sterile processing, or quality/patient safety.
- Experience developing and delivering clinical education or training.
PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) credential.
- Previous operating room (OR) experience, such as a Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech), Scrub Nurse, or Back Table Technician, with knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, and OR workflows.
- Experience as an Infection Preventionist, Epidemiology Nurse, Perioperative/OR Nurse, Clinical Educator, Surgical Services professional, or Quality & Patient Safety professional.
- Experience supporting medical devices, healthcare products, product evaluations, conversions, or healthcare supply chain initiatives.
- Knowledge of CDC, AORN, APIC, The Joint Commission, and CMS standards and guidelines.
- Healthcare-associated infection (HAI) and surgical site infection (SSI) prevention experience.
- Customer-facing clinical consulting, sales support, or clinical business experience.
- Strong presentation, communication, relationship-building, and evidence-based decision-making skills.
- Advanced degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Healthcare Administration, or a related discipline.
COMPENSATION
- Our Base Pay Range for this position: $101,800 - $169,600
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
JOIN US AT MCKESSON!
BENEFITS
- Coverage you can rely on
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Health Spending Accounts
-
Flexible Spending Accounts
-
Benefits that go beyond your base pay
- 401(k) (U.S.)
- Pension (Canada)
-
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
-
Support for total well-being
- Mental Health Programs
- Flexible Schedules
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Program
- Education Reimbursement
- Volunteer Opportunities
-
Flexible Work Environment
-
A culture powered by belonging
By fostering a culture of belonging, we advance our goal of being the best place to work in healthcare—connecting the right talent to the right roles to solve our most critical challenges.
INTRODUCTION
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
Clinical Program Consultant
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Clinical Program Consultant serves as a clinical subject matter expert supporting customers and internal teams across infection prevention, surgical services, patient safety, and evidence-based clinical practice. In this role, you will develop clinical programs, provide consultation, support medical product evaluations and conversions, and deliver education to healthcare customers, sales teams, and business partners.
You will translate clinical evidence, industry standards, and best practices into practical solutions that improve patient safety, clinical quality, and customer outcomes.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Provide clinical consultation and subject matter expertise in areas such as infection prevention, perioperative/surgical services, epidemiology, sterile processing, and patient safety.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical programs, educational resources, clinical pathways, and best-practice tools.
- Support customer clinical assessments, medical product evaluations, product conversions, new product introductions, and implementations.
- Evaluate healthcare products and technologies for clinical appropriateness, safety, and effectiveness.
- Develop and deliver clinical education, webinars, presentations, and training for customers and internal teams.
- Interpret clinical literature, guidelines, and regulatory requirements and translate evidence into actionable recommendations.
- Partner with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, suppliers, and other teams to support customer and business initiatives.
- Support sales presentations, customer business reviews, RFP responses, product evaluations, and strategic initiatives with clinical expertise.
- Maintain current knowledge of clinical standards, regulatory requirements, industry trends, and evidence-based practices.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field
- 5+ years of clinical healthcare experience with demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following: infection prevention, epidemiology, perioperative nursing, surgical services, sterile processing, or quality/patient safety.
- Experience developing and delivering clinical education or training.
PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) credential.
- Previous operating room (OR) experience, such as a Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech), Scrub Nurse, or Back Table Technician, with knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, and OR workflows.
- Experience as an Infection Preventionist, Epidemiology Nurse, Perioperative/OR Nurse, Clinical Educator, Surgical Services professional, or Quality & Patient Safety professional.
- Experience supporting medical devices, healthcare products, product evaluations, conversions, or healthcare supply chain initiatives.
- Knowledge of CDC, AORN, APIC, The Joint Commission, and CMS standards and guidelines.
- Healthcare-associated infection (HAI) and surgical site infection (SSI) prevention experience.
- Customer-facing clinical consulting, sales support, or clinical business experience.
- Strong presentation, communication, relationship-building, and evidence-based decision-making skills.
- Advanced degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Healthcare Administration, or a related discipline.
COMPENSATION
- Our Base Pay Range for this position: $101,800 - $169,600
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
JOIN US AT MCKESSON!
BENEFITS
- Coverage you can rely on
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Health Spending Accounts
-
Flexible Spending Accounts
-
Benefits that go beyond your base pay
- 401(k) (U.S.)
- Pension (Canada)
-
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
-
Support for total well-being
- Mental Health Programs
- Flexible Schedules
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Program
- Education Reimbursement
- Volunteer Opportunities
-
Flexible Work Environment
-
A culture powered by belonging
By fostering a culture of belonging, we advance our goal of being the best place to work in healthcare—connecting the right talent to the right roles to solve our most critical challenges.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Program Consultant
Align your degree to the role
Program Consultant positions span industries, so your degree field matters more than the title itself. If your degree is in business, public administration, or a technical field, document that alignment explicitly in your resume and cover materials before applying.
Search DOL LCA data strategically
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have certified Labor Condition Applications for Program Consultant or related consulting titles. This shows which employers have already navigated the sponsorship process for roles similar to yours.
Clarify specialty occupation standing early
USCIS scrutinizes consulting roles because some positions don't require a specific degree field. Ask hiring managers whether the role has a defined degree requirement in the job description, since vague postings can complicate H-1B petition approval.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for consulting roles, so you can focus outreach on companies already willing to file. Search by role type and location to narrow your target list before applying.
Use O*NET to frame your credentials
O*NET lists the knowledge areas and typical education requirements for management and program consulting occupations. Reference those competencies when explaining your qualifications to recruiters who aren't familiar with specialty occupation standards.
Confirm the employer's PERM readiness if pursuing a green card
If you want a path beyond H-1B status, ask whether the employer has completed PERM labor certifications before. Employers new to the process face longer timelines, and Program Consultant roles often require demonstrating that no qualified U.S. workers were available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS requires that the role normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific, directly related field. Generic consulting roles with broad degree requirements have faced scrutiny. Roles tied to a defined discipline, such as IT program consulting, healthcare program management, or policy consulting with a public administration background, have a stronger foundation for H-1B qualification.
Which visas can sponsor a Program Consultant working in the U.S.?
H-1B is the primary work visa for Program Consultants, covering specialty occupation roles with an annual cap and selection process. Australian nationals can use the E-3 visa, which also requires a specialty occupation and has a separate annual cap. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role fits a USMCA-listed profession. Each path requires employer support and a qualifying degree.
What degree do I need for a sponsored Program Consultant position?
Most sponsored Program Consultant roles require at least a bachelor's degree in business administration, management, public policy, information systems, or a field directly tied to the program's subject matter. USCIS looks at whether the degree is specifically related to the duties, not just held by the applicant. A general business degree may suffice if the role involves business process consulting, but a mismatch between degree and duties can trigger a Request for Evidence.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Program Consultant roles?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified sponsorship history for consulting and program management roles, letting you focus your applications on companies that have already filed for similar positions. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who haven't navigated the process.
Can a staffing firm or consulting agency sponsor my H-1B as a Program Consultant?
Yes, but with added complexity. Staffing agencies and consulting firms that place workers at third-party client sites face additional USCIS scrutiny under the employer-employee relationship standard. The petitioning employer must demonstrate it retains control over your work. Some large consulting firms have well-established H-1B sponsorship programs, but you should confirm the arrangement includes direct employment rather than a pure placement model before accepting an offer contingent on sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Program Consultant 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.