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System Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation when the position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring, and many also hire on F-1 OPT or STEM OPT while the H-1B visa process is pending.
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Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary
This is your chance to be part of a team that makes a real difference for our providers and the patients they serve. As our Medical Staff System Specialist, you’ll take ownership of the technology that drives credentialing, sharpen your skills with the CredentialStream platform, and bring fresh ideas to the processes that keep Rex running smoothly. You’ll be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative team that celebrates curiosity, accuracy, and great teamwork. If you have Medical Staff Services or credentialing systems experience and you are excited to grow your career while making a lasting impact, don’t wait. Submit your application today and help us shape the future of Medical Staff Services at Rex!
Responsibilities:
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Compiles, formats, and prepares reports using various software packages, which includes researching and gathering data from multiple sources. Merges data or links databases, develops complex queries to extrapolate statistics and data from the database for ad hoc reports.
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Defines the data report needs of the users in the department and the UNC system. Responds to requests for information and data from internal or external sources.
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May perform special projects or assignments and may supervise staff or oversee data input.
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Provides training and support to current Medical Staff Services members regarding credential software, input and analysis of data, and for the use of new or changing applications systems. Assists staff and serves as a resource for others.
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Responsible for the administration and maintenance of the CredentialStream database. Manages all aspects of credentialing/recredentialing, data verification, data quality assurance and analysis. Establishes policies and procedures regarding the administration of the database.
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Serves as the liaison between the Paging Directory and ISD, external vendors or organizations, and/or other departments. Troubleshoots and resolves problems/issues at the user level.
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Assists with onsite audits of credentials files by managed care organizations. Assists with providing credential files for all accreditation and other survey visits, including Joint Commission, DHHS, etc.
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Coordinates the administration and scheduling of a variety of professional meetings, seminar, or conferences. Coordinates the planning and logistical arrangements for special events.
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Provides guidance to the Credentialing Coordinator(s) to ensure that all initial and reappointment practitioner applications are processed in accordance with state and federal credentialing regulations including the Joint Commission, CMS, the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), and the TPN Medical Staff Bylaws.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is preferred.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- No licensure or certification required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
- If a Bachelor's degree: One (1) year of experience in credential system management.
- If an Associate's degree: Five (5) years of experience in credential system management.
- If a High School diploma or GED: Nine (9) years of experience in credential system management.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: UNC REX Healthcare
Organization Unit: Rex Medical Staff Services
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $23.24 - $33.41 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Hybrid
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
Description
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Summary
This is your chance to be part of a team that makes a real difference for our providers and the patients they serve. As our Medical Staff System Specialist, you’ll take ownership of the technology that drives credentialing, sharpen your skills with the CredentialStream platform, and bring fresh ideas to the processes that keep Rex running smoothly. You’ll be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative team that celebrates curiosity, accuracy, and great teamwork. If you have Medical Staff Services or credentialing systems experience and you are excited to grow your career while making a lasting impact, don’t wait. Submit your application today and help us shape the future of Medical Staff Services at Rex!
Responsibilities:
-
Compiles, formats, and prepares reports using various software packages, which includes researching and gathering data from multiple sources. Merges data or links databases, develops complex queries to extrapolate statistics and data from the database for ad hoc reports.
-
Defines the data report needs of the users in the department and the UNC system. Responds to requests for information and data from internal or external sources.
-
May perform special projects or assignments and may supervise staff or oversee data input.
-
Provides training and support to current Medical Staff Services members regarding credential software, input and analysis of data, and for the use of new or changing applications systems. Assists staff and serves as a resource for others.
-
Responsible for the administration and maintenance of the CredentialStream database. Manages all aspects of credentialing/recredentialing, data verification, data quality assurance and analysis. Establishes policies and procedures regarding the administration of the database.
-
Serves as the liaison between the Paging Directory and ISD, external vendors or organizations, and/or other departments. Troubleshoots and resolves problems/issues at the user level.
-
Assists with onsite audits of credentials files by managed care organizations. Assists with providing credential files for all accreditation and other survey visits, including Joint Commission, DHHS, etc.
-
Coordinates the administration and scheduling of a variety of professional meetings, seminar, or conferences. Coordinates the planning and logistical arrangements for special events.
-
Provides guidance to the Credentialing Coordinator(s) to ensure that all initial and reappointment practitioner applications are processed in accordance with state and federal credentialing regulations including the Joint Commission, CMS, the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), and the TPN Medical Staff Bylaws.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is preferred.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- No licensure or certification required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
- If a Bachelor's degree: One (1) year of experience in credential system management.
- If an Associate's degree: Five (5) years of experience in credential system management.
- If a High School diploma or GED: Nine (9) years of experience in credential system management.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: UNC REX Healthcare
Organization Unit: Rex Medical Staff Services
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $23.24 - $33.41 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Hybrid
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a System Specialist
Map your degree to the role title
Consular officers and USCIS adjudicators look for a direct connection between your degree field and the System Specialist duties on the job description. A degree in information systems or computer science maps cleanly; a general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your target metro area before your offer call. Employers must certify the LCA wage meets prevailing wage, so knowing the floor protects you from an offer that could stall the filing.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for systems and IT specialist roles, filtered by city and industry. Applying to companies that have already filed for similar roles shortens your sponsorship timeline significantly.
Clarify the role scope in writing before the offer
System Specialist is a broad title covering network administration, enterprise software, and IT operations. Get a written job description before the offer stage so the LCA accurately reflects your duties. A vague title without defined technical requirements raises specialty occupation scrutiny.
Confirm your STEM OPT employer is E-Verify enrolled
If you're bridging on STEM OPT while awaiting H-1B status, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension is approved. Verify this during the offer process, not after you've signed, since late enrollment delays your authorization start date.
Ask about PERM timing for green card sponsorship
Some System Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Ask your hiring manager during negotiations whether the company sponsors permanent residency and at what employment milestone the PERM process typically begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a System 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 or higher in a specific related field. A System Specialist role focused on enterprise IT architecture, network engineering, or systems analysis typically qualifies. A general IT support role that accepts any bachelor's degree, regardless of field, is more likely to face a Request for Evidence challenging specialty occupation status.
Which visas can employers use to sponsor a System Specialist?
H-1B is the most common path for full-time permanent hires. If you're an Australian citizen, the E-3 visa offers a faster route with no lottery. F-1 students can work as System Specialists on OPT or STEM OPT before transitioning to H-1B. TN visa status is not available for System Specialist roles, as that title does not appear on the USMCA profession list.
What degree does a System Specialist need for visa sponsorship?
USCIS looks for a bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the role's technical duties. Computer science, information systems, information technology, or electrical engineering are the strongest fits. If your degree is in a less directly related field, your employer's LCA attorney may need to document how your coursework maps to the specific system tasks in the job description to satisfy specialty occupation requirements.
How do I find System Specialist jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Browse Migrate Mate to find System Specialist roles at employers with verified sponsorship history. The platform shows you companies that have already filed LCAs for similar roles, so you can prioritize applications to employers who understand the sponsorship process and have done it before.
Can a System Specialist self-petition for a green card without employer sponsorship?
Self-petition is possible through the EB-1A extraordinary ability category, but System Specialists rarely meet that standard unless they have documented exceptional contributions to the field. Most green card paths for this role go through employer-sponsored EB-2 or EB-3, which require PERM labor certification. A National Interest Waiver under EB-2 is theoretically available but requires demonstrating national importance, which is a high bar for IT roles without research or policy impact.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored System 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.