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Secretary roles can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before sponsoring, and candidates from Australia, Canada, or Mexico have additional visa pathways with no lottery.
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Get Access To All JobsFacility St. Francis-Emory Healthcare
Req ID 560577 Post Date 11/11/2026
Description
Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.
Job Summary
The Secretary - Cath Lab provides essential clerical and operational support to the cardiac catheterization laboratory team. This role includes managing phone communications, assisting with patient transport and room turnover, coordinating inventory, and supporting clinical staff in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. The secretary ensures accurate documentation, facilitates communication among departments, and contributes to the safe and smooth functioning of the Cath Lab.
Essential Functions
- Answer phones and accurately take and deliver messages.
- Provide administrative support to the Cath Lab team, including documentation and communication.
- Support inventory processes, including supply stocking and tracking diagnostic and interventional materials.
- Assist with patient transport and room preparation between procedures.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with infection control standards.
- Provide assistance to cardiovascular technologists (CVTs) and nursing staff within the scope of role.
- Serve as a backup to the Cath Lab Assistant role as needed.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Competence in using computer-based inventory and scheduling systems.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Comfortable working in a high-pressure, fast-paced clinical environment.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)
Licenses/Certifications
BLS - Basic Life Support through AHA or other approved program Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)
Experience
1+ years experience in a healthcare-related field (Required)
Facility St. Francis-Emory Healthcare
Req ID 560577 Post Date 11/11/2026
Description
Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.
Job Summary
The Secretary - Cath Lab provides essential clerical and operational support to the cardiac catheterization laboratory team. This role includes managing phone communications, assisting with patient transport and room turnover, coordinating inventory, and supporting clinical staff in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. The secretary ensures accurate documentation, facilitates communication among departments, and contributes to the safe and smooth functioning of the Cath Lab.
Essential Functions
- Answer phones and accurately take and deliver messages.
- Provide administrative support to the Cath Lab team, including documentation and communication.
- Support inventory processes, including supply stocking and tracking diagnostic and interventional materials.
- Assist with patient transport and room preparation between procedures.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with infection control standards.
- Provide assistance to cardiovascular technologists (CVTs) and nursing staff within the scope of role.
- Serve as a backup to the Cath Lab Assistant role as needed.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Competence in using computer-based inventory and scheduling systems.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Comfortable working in a high-pressure, fast-paced clinical environment.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)
Licenses/Certifications
BLS - Basic Life Support through AHA or other approved program Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)
Experience
1+ years experience in a healthcare-related field (Required)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Secretary Jobs
Verify your degree matches the role
H-1B sponsorship for secretary positions requires the job to qualify as a specialty occupation. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific title and confirm the employer's job description requires a degree in a directly related field, not just any bachelor's degree.
Check TN eligibility before applying
If you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship, TN status can cover secretary roles that fall under a qualifying USMCA profession. Confirm the specific job duties map to an eligible category before accepting an offer, since not every administrative title qualifies.
Find employers with active LCA filing history
Target employers who've already filed Labor Condition Applications for administrative or office roles. Use Migrate Mate to search verified sponsoring employers by role type, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated DOL requirements for positions like yours.
Request the LCA wage level before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a prevailing wage at the correct level for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your job title and metro area before salary discussions so you know the DOL floor and can spot a misclassified wage level.
Get your credentials evaluated early
If your degree is from outside the U.S., USCIS requires a credential evaluation showing equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Order this from a NACES-member evaluator before your employer files, since processing can take several weeks and delays the entire petition.
Clarify PERM timing if pursuing a green card
Some employers sponsoring secretaries for an H-1B will also start PERM labor certification for EB-2 or EB-3. Ask during the offer stage whether the employer has done this before, since PERM requires DOL to certify no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a secretary role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but only if the specific position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field as a standard entry requirement. Generic administrative or executive assistant titles often don't meet USCIS's specialty occupation definition. The employer must demonstrate in the petition that the complexity of the role necessitates that specialized degree, not just that a degree is preferred.
Which visa types are realistic for secretary roles?
H-1B is the most common path for degree-holding candidates, though it's subject to an annual cap and lottery. Canadians and Mexicans may qualify for TN status if the role fits a USMCA profession. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has its own annual cap and requires an LCA but no lottery. Each visa requires the employer to demonstrate the role is a specialty occupation.
Do employers commonly sponsor secretaries for visas?
Sponsorship for secretary roles is less common than for technical or engineering positions, but it does happen, particularly at large law firms, financial institutions, and multinational corporations where the role requires specialized knowledge, language skills, or industry-specific expertise. Browse Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified sponsorship history for administrative and office roles.
Does a secretary need a specific degree for H-1B sponsorship?
USCIS requires that the degree field directly relate to the job duties, not just any bachelor's degree. For a secretary at a law firm, a degree in paralegal studies or legal administration may satisfy this. For a corporate secretary role with governance responsibilities, business administration or finance can qualify. A general liberal arts degree typically won't support the petition on its own.
What happens if my H-1B lottery registration isn't selected?
If you're not selected in the H-1B lottery, your status options depend on your current authorization. F-1 students can remain on OPT or STEM OPT while reregistering the following year. E-3 visa or TN holders can continue working under those statuses. USCIS also has cap-exempt H-1B pathways for employers like universities and nonprofit research organizations, which bypass the lottery entirely.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Secretary 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.