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F-1 students pursuing a medical degree can use CPT to complete required clinical rotations, residency-track clerkships, or research placements that your DSO has designated as integral to your program. Authorization is issued per academic term, tied directly to your I-20, and must be in place before your first day of clinical work.
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Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join their dynamic Urgent Care team in Folsom, CA
Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience in Primary Care, Urgent Care, Acute Care
- Family and/or Emergency Medicine Trained
Join Us and Enjoy
- Flexible schedule, 20-40 hours per week
- Supportive team environment
- Generous compensation with bonus potential
- Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
- Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
- Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match
- Relocation assistance of up to $20,000
- CME allowance
- Robust retirement program
- Advanced practice technology, including EPIC
- A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle
Organization Details
Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is a vibrant and talented community committed to delivering safe, affordable and high-quality care. Our multi-specialty medical group is comprised of over 1,600 clinicians practicing in seven counties in northern California, most within a 50-mile radius of Sacramento. SMG contains primary care and specialty Physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians -- nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, licensed clinical social workers and licensed marriage and family therapists, who make up about 20% of our group. Our clinicians not only excel in clinical practice but are also actively engaged in teaching, research, leadership, community outreach, and volunteer work. SMG has earned both local and national recognition for excellence in patient care and experience.
Community Information
Folsom is a dynamic city with a unique mixture of sophistication, historic insight and ceaseless energy. Ideally located between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe and close to the Sierra Foothill wine country, Folsom could be described as the Mecca of Northern California outdoor recreation. Folsom has an abundance of recreation for all ages from water sports such as kayaking, water skiing and sailing to an expansive network of bicycle and hiking trails that meander along the American River Parkway. The city is home to corporations such as Intel and Kikkoman Foods, who believe the quality of life for their employees and the resources needed for business success is outstanding. Its great shopping, restaurant and an excellent school system makes it an ideal location to raise a family.
Equal Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.
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Get Access To All JobsMedical Doctor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 students on CPT work as a Medical Doctor in a clinical setting?
Yes, if the clinical work is a required part of your degree program and your DSO authorizes it on your I-20. This typically covers clerkships, required rotations, and supervised clinical practicums. Elective or self-arranged placements that aren't tied to a specific curricular requirement don't qualify for CPT authorization, regardless of how relevant they are to your specialty.
Does CPT authorization cover both inpatient and outpatient Medical Doctor roles?
CPT authorization covers the specific employer and dates listed on your I-20, not a category of work. If your rotation spans both inpatient and outpatient settings under the same employer, one CPT authorization typically covers both. Switching to a separate outpatient clinic mid-rotation requires a new CPT authorization from your DSO before you start at that site.
How do I find hospitals and health systems that accept F-1 CPT students for Medical Doctor placements?
Start with Migrate Mate, which surfaces healthcare employers with documented sponsorship and authorization experience. Teaching hospitals affiliated with medical schools are most familiar with CPT paperwork, but you'll still need to confirm that their HR and GME office can process a CPT I-9 correctly before you accept any rotation offer.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
Yes. One year or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, doesn't affect OPT. For medical students, many required rotations are structured as full-time, so tracking your cumulative full-time CPT against the 12-month threshold is essential well before your program ends.
What happens if my Medical Doctor CPT placement extends longer than my I-20 end date?
You must stop working on the date your CPT authorization expires, even if the clinical rotation contract continues. Your DSO needs to extend your I-20 and issue a new CPT authorization before the expiration date. Continuing to work after CPT authorization lapses constitutes unauthorized employment and can trigger a status violation that affects future visa applications.