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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Overview

Open Jobs276+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type98% On-site
Median Salary$279K
Top LocationColumbia, MO
Most JobsVirginia Mason Franciscan Health

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Novant Health
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Novant Health
Charlotte, North Carolina
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Baptist Health South Florida
Physician, Genitourinary Medical Oncology
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Physician, Genitourinary Medical Oncology
Baptist Health South Florida
Miami, Florida
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Open Rank Pediatric Critical Care Physician
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Open Rank Pediatric Critical Care Physician
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Memorial Health University Medical Center
Otolaryngology Neurotology Physician
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Memorial Health University Medical Center
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Otolaryngology Neurotology Physician
Memorial Health University Medical Center
Savannah, Georgia
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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CommonSpirit Health
Med-Peds Physician
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Med-Peds Physician
CommonSpirit Health
Lexington, Kentucky
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$250,000/yr - $320,000/yr
On-Site
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.

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