CPT Medical Doctor Jobs

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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Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationYuba City, CA
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Sutter Health
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Sutter Health
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Sutter Health
Folsom, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$162k - $214k/yr
On-Site
None

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Asian Health Services
Internal Medicine Physician
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Asian Health Services
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Internal Medicine Physician
Asian Health Services
Oakland, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$290k - $294k/yr
On-Site
None

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Southcoast Health
Physician - Structural Heart Imager / Non-Invasive Cardiologist
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Southcoast Health
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Physician - Structural Heart Imager / Non-Invasive Cardiologist
Southcoast Health
Middletown, Rhode Island
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$480k - $890k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Legacy Health
OB GYN Physician and Medical Director
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Legacy Health
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OB GYN Physician and Medical Director
Legacy Health
Silverton, Oregon
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$386k - $403k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Tia
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Tia
Added 6mo ago
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Tia
New York, New York
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$160k/yr
On-Site
None

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Medical 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.