CPT Physician Jobs

Physician CPT roles require your clinical training to be directly tied to your enrolled curriculum, authorized in writing by your DSO before your start date. Most placements are in teaching hospitals, residency-affiliated clinics, or academic medical centers where rotations integrate with your medical school program.

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Open Jobs35+
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationYuba City, CA
Most JobsSutter Health

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Physician, Pediatric Hospitalist
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Physician, Pediatric Hospitalist
Sutter Health
Modesto, California
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$300k/yr
On-Site
Other

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Primary Care Physician
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Primary Care Physician
Legacy Health
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Medical Specialists
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$274k - $305k/yr
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Doctorate

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Internal Medicine Physician
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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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Physician - Structural Heart Imager / Non-Invasive Cardiologist
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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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Physician - Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology
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Physician - Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$404k - $500k
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Doctorate

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Physician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a physician CPT role require a separate work permit from USCIS?

No separate USCIS filing is required. CPT authorization comes entirely from your DSO, who updates your I-20 to reflect the approved employer, dates, and training location. Your updated I-20 is your work authorization document. You must not begin any clinical duties before your DSO issues that updated I-20, even if the employer has already credentialed you.

Can I do CPT at a private medical practice instead of a hospital?

It's possible but much harder to authorize. Your school must confirm the private practice placement meets the integral curriculum requirement, which typically means a supervising physician who holds a faculty appointment at your institution. Many DSOs will not approve placements at practices with no formal academic affiliation, so confirm your school's policy before pursuing this path.

How do I find physician employers who understand CPT requirements?

Search Migrate Mate for physician roles at institutions with international trainee hiring history. Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, and Federally Qualified Health Centers regularly work with F-1 students on CPT and have HR staff who understand co-authorization paperwork, employer-of-record obligations, and the requirement that training align with your enrolled curriculum.

Does full-time physician CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?

Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count against OPT. If you're considering a full-time clinical rotation that extends beyond 12 months, plan your post-graduation work authorization strategy with your DSO before accepting the placement.

What does an employer need to provide for my CPT authorization?

Your DSO will typically require a formal offer letter specifying your role title, supervision structure, training location, hours per week, and exact start and end dates. Some schools also require a training agreement or affiliation agreement signed by both the employer and your program director. Collect all documents before submitting your CPT request, since incomplete packages delay DSO processing.