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Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per year
A bit about us:
We're a nationwide hospital system that owns and operates over 40 hospitals across the country. We're growing our legal team and are excited to talk about this expansion!
Why join us?
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits package
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
Job Details
Position Overview:
We are looking for an Immigration Paralegal with expertise in business immigration, specifically focusing on H1B visas and nurse and physician petitions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of immigration laws and regulations pertaining to healthcare professionals. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Manage a caseload of immigration matters, including H1B visa petitions, nurse and physician petitions, and other related immigration filings.
- Document Preparation: Prepare and review immigration forms, petitions, letters, and supporting documentation accurately and in accordance with legal requirements.
- Research: Stay informed about changes in immigration laws, regulations, and procedures relevant to business immigration and healthcare professionals.
- Communication: Correspond with immigration authorities, clients, and internal stakeholders to gather necessary information, provide updates, and address inquiries promptly.
- Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, HR professionals, and other team members to ensure timely and successful completion of immigration processes.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies related to immigration matters.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and organized records of immigration cases, including tracking deadlines, updates, and key milestones.
- Client Support: Provide guidance and support to healthcare professionals navigating the immigration process, addressing their questions and concerns with professionalism and empathy.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Paralegal Studies, Immigration Law, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Immigration Paralegal, with a focus on business immigration and healthcare-related petitions.
- Proficiency in preparing and filing H1B visa petitions, PERM labor certifications, and other relevant immigration documents.
- Strong knowledge of immigration laws, regulations, and procedures, particularly as they pertain to healthcare professionals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficiency in using legal software and immigration case management systems.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification as a Paralegal or completion of a Paralegal program.
- Experience working in a healthcare or healthcare-related setting.
- Fluency in additional languages, particularly those commonly spoken by healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds.
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