Versiti OPT Eligible Jobs USA
Versiti is a healthcare and blood health organization that hires OPT students in laboratory science, clinical research, and healthcare operations roles. It has a track record of sponsoring H-1B visas for OPT hires, making it a practical target for F-1 students building a long-term U.S. career in the medical services sector.
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Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.
Position Summary:
Under direction of the Manager of Immunohematology Reference Laboratory, performs advanced immunohematology testing on clinical and research specimens for the resolution of serologic problems and provides the correct blood product for transfusion based on these results. Performs and interprets molecular testing on clinical and research specimens if applicable to the laboratory. Perform blood product component preparation if applicable to the laboratory. Provides the most appropriate blood in a timely and accurate manner and provides phone consultation to customers.
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE:
Compensation
The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.
Benefits
Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employees are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.
Responsibilities:
- Handles and processes specimens, ensuring proper identification.
- Performs serologic and molecular tests according to SOP on clinical, study, QC and research samples.
- Recognizes and resolves procedural discrepancies in testing results.
- Interprets laboratory results.
- Reports laboratory results.
- Maintains accurate and complete records.
- Perform reagent preparation.
- Operates laboratory equipment correctly and perform quality control testing on equipment and reagents. Knows acceptable levels of performance.
- Maintains controlled inventories of reagents and laboratory materials.
- Performs secondary review and release of test results and provides feedback to ensure accurate reporting of results.
- Adheres to all required FDA, AABB (American Association of Blood Banks), CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and CAP (College of American Pathology) regulations. Follows cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) standards.
- Support implementation and validation of new tests/equipment.
- Assists in the training of new personnel and training of students.
- Assess competence of clinical diagnostic lab staff if applicable.
- Provides on call and/or overtime coverage as required.
- Listens, anticipates and responds to the needs of internal and external customers and strives to meet expectations.
- Communicates clearly, accurately and respectfully with customers, donors, and colleagues, ensuring that necessary information is shared.
- Notifies management or other appropriate persons of problems or issues as appropriate.
- Works effectively with inter or intra-department(s) and project teams to meet customer needs and organizational goals.
- Participates in quality and process improvement.
- Supports and promotes Versiti mission and values, both at work and in the community.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Clinical Laboratory Science required.
Medical Technology (MLS/CLS/MT) required or science related degree with certification as a BB technologist required.
Experience
1-3 years experience working in an Immunohematology reference laboratory or transfusion service preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of immunohematology and immunology theory.
- Skill in the operation of laboratory equipment, instrument, computer and materials.
- Effective time managing and organizational skills to perform multiple laboratory tests simultaneously.
- Maintain accurate, timely records of patient information and laboratory results.
- Strong detail orientation and analytical ability to evaluate and ensure accuracy of data related to laboratory results and patient information.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey understanding of factual and theoretical information and make recommendations to customers.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Licenses and Certifications
MLS/CLS/MT/BB American Society for Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) certification required or equivalent required.
Or; two-year degree from an accredited college, university or technical college in a Medical Laboratory Technician program with an MLT certification and 4-6 years of IRL experience required.
Tools and Technology
- Personal Computer (desktop, laptop, tablet) required.
- General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required.
- Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
- General laboratory equipment including centrifuges, automated cell washers and incubator/waterbaths for performing clinical tests required.
- Molecular instrumentation such as light cyclers required.
- Pipettes (single channel, multi-channel, electronic, etc.) required.
- pH meter, microscopes required.
Overview:
Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.
Position Summary:
Under direction of the Manager of Immunohematology Reference Laboratory, performs advanced immunohematology testing on clinical and research specimens for the resolution of serologic problems and provides the correct blood product for transfusion based on these results. Performs and interprets molecular testing on clinical and research specimens if applicable to the laboratory. Perform blood product component preparation if applicable to the laboratory. Provides the most appropriate blood in a timely and accurate manner and provides phone consultation to customers.
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE:
Compensation
The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.
Benefits
Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employees are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.
Responsibilities:
- Handles and processes specimens, ensuring proper identification.
- Performs serologic and molecular tests according to SOP on clinical, study, QC and research samples.
- Recognizes and resolves procedural discrepancies in testing results.
- Interprets laboratory results.
- Reports laboratory results.
- Maintains accurate and complete records.
- Perform reagent preparation.
- Operates laboratory equipment correctly and perform quality control testing on equipment and reagents. Knows acceptable levels of performance.
- Maintains controlled inventories of reagents and laboratory materials.
- Performs secondary review and release of test results and provides feedback to ensure accurate reporting of results.
- Adheres to all required FDA, AABB (American Association of Blood Banks), CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and CAP (College of American Pathology) regulations. Follows cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) standards.
- Support implementation and validation of new tests/equipment.
- Assists in the training of new personnel and training of students.
- Assess competence of clinical diagnostic lab staff if applicable.
- Provides on call and/or overtime coverage as required.
- Listens, anticipates and responds to the needs of internal and external customers and strives to meet expectations.
- Communicates clearly, accurately and respectfully with customers, donors, and colleagues, ensuring that necessary information is shared.
- Notifies management or other appropriate persons of problems or issues as appropriate.
- Works effectively with inter or intra-department(s) and project teams to meet customer needs and organizational goals.
- Participates in quality and process improvement.
- Supports and promotes Versiti mission and values, both at work and in the community.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Clinical Laboratory Science required.
Medical Technology (MLS/CLS/MT) required or science related degree with certification as a BB technologist required.
Experience
1-3 years experience working in an Immunohematology reference laboratory or transfusion service preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of immunohematology and immunology theory.
- Skill in the operation of laboratory equipment, instrument, computer and materials.
- Effective time managing and organizational skills to perform multiple laboratory tests simultaneously.
- Maintain accurate, timely records of patient information and laboratory results.
- Strong detail orientation and analytical ability to evaluate and ensure accuracy of data related to laboratory results and patient information.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey understanding of factual and theoretical information and make recommendations to customers.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Licenses and Certifications
MLS/CLS/MT/BB American Society for Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) certification required or equivalent required.
Or; two-year degree from an accredited college, university or technical college in a Medical Laboratory Technician program with an MLT certification and 4-6 years of IRL experience required.
Tools and Technology
- Personal Computer (desktop, laptop, tablet) required.
- General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required.
- Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
- General laboratory equipment including centrifuges, automated cell washers and incubator/waterbaths for performing clinical tests required.
- Molecular instrumentation such as light cyclers required.
- Pipettes (single channel, multi-channel, electronic, etc.) required.
- pH meter, microscopes required.
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Align your degree to Versiti's lab roles
Versiti's core hiring is in laboratory sciences, transfusion medicine, and clinical research. Map your degree field directly to these disciplines before applying. A clear match between your coursework and the role's specialty occupation requirement strengthens your later H-1B petition.
Verify Versiti's E-Verify enrollment before accepting
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm Versiti's enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before your OPT EAD expires. A lapse here cuts your 24-month extension window before it starts.
Target departments with recurring H-1B filing history
Versiti's H-1B filings concentrate in laboratory and clinical operations. Apply to roles in those departments rather than administrative or support functions, where visa transition pathways are less established and hiring managers may be less familiar with OPT-to-H-1B workflows.
Search Versiti's verified OPT roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Versiti job listings by OPT eligibility and H-1B filing history. This narrows your search to roles where Versiti has an established pattern of sponsoring the visa transition, saving time spent on listings that won't lead to long-term status.
Research prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Versiti must pay H-1B workers at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your role before negotiating your offer, so your salary doesn't create a compliance issue at the H-1B filing stage.
Flag your STEM OPT timeline early in the offer process
Your I-983 training plan must be signed by Versiti before USCIS approves the STEM OPT extension. Raise this requirement with your hiring contact at the offer stage, not after onboarding, to avoid delays that could create a gap between your initial OPT EAD and the extension approval.
Versiti OPT Eligibility: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Versiti sponsor OPT visas?
Versiti hires F-1 students who already hold an OPT EAD issued by USCIS. Employers don't sponsor or file for OPT itself. What Versiti does is hire OPT workers and, for STEM OPT extensions, provide the signed I-983 training plan and maintain E-Verify enrollment that USCIS requires to approve the 24-month extension.
Which roles at Versiti are most likely to support OPT students?
Versiti's strongest OPT hiring is in laboratory science, transfusion medicine, clinical research, and blood health operations. These departments align with the specialty occupation standard required for a future H-1B petition and have a documented history of H-1B filings, making them the most viable entry points for F-1 students.
How do I find OPT-eligible job openings at Versiti?
Migrate Mate filters Versiti listings by OPT eligibility and displays the company's H-1B filing history by role and department. That filing history is the most reliable indicator that Versiti is both familiar with and willing to support the OPT-to-H-1B transition for a given position.
How do I time my OPT application to align with Versiti's hiring cycle?
USCIS recommends filing your OPT EAD application up to 90 days before your program end date, with processing taking up to five months. Start your job search at Versiti no later than four to five months before your planned start date so your EAD approval and your offer timeline align without a gap.
Does Versiti sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Versiti has an established record of sponsoring H-1B visas, and many of those petitions originate from employees who began on OPT. The H-1B process is entirely separate from OPT, requires Versiti to file a petition with USCIS, and is subject to the annual cap and lottery. Roles in laboratory and clinical departments are most frequently sponsored.
How does Versiti hire OPT students?
OPT is work authorization granted directly to F-1 students after graduation — no employer petition is required. Versiti can hire OPT students as soon as their EAD card is approved. STEM degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months when their employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Most companies that hire OPT students also support the transition to H-1B when the student's OPT period is ending. Check Versiti's individual postings on Migrate Mate to confirm OPT acceptance per role.