Advanced Practice Provider Jobs for OPT Students
Advanced Practice Provider jobs on OPT include nurse practitioner, physician assistant, and certified nurse midwife roles. Most require an active state license and DEA registration, which take time to obtain. Your OPT start date must align with your clinical start date, so plan your authorization timeline carefully.
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Emory Healthcare is where belonging meets purpose.
Emory Healthcare is looking for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Primary Care team in a corporate clinic setting. This position will be split between several corporate healthcare facilities and will have both an adult and pediatric focus.
Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners are an integral part of the Emory Healthcare integrated academic health care system. Some highlights of joining the Emory Healthcare team:
Highly competitive compensation package.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs.
Paid Parental Leave benefit available to all qualified employees.
Wellness incentives.
* Comprehensive health benefits that start Day 1.
DESCRIPTION
Job Description:
Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records. Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems. Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes. Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment. Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays. Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient. In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services. Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems. Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development. Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations. Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans. Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations. Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting. Actively participates on organizational health services committees. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia.
May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties.
* PALS, BLS, or ACLS may be required in some areas.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):
20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally);
11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently);
01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly);
Lifting 50 lbs max;
Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs;
Occasional to frequent standing & walking,
Occasional sitting,
Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing),
* Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Blood-borne pathogen exposure
Bio-hazardous waste
Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors
Communicable diseases
Electrical shock
Floor Surfaces
Hot/Cold Temperatures
Indoor/Outdoor conditions
Latex
Lighting
Patient care/handling injuries
Radiation
Shift work
Travel may be required.
* Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
INTRODUCTION
Emory Healthcare is where belonging meets purpose.
Emory Healthcare is looking for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Primary Care team in a corporate clinic setting. This position will be split between several corporate healthcare facilities and will have both an adult and pediatric focus.
Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners are an integral part of the Emory Healthcare integrated academic health care system. Some highlights of joining the Emory Healthcare team:
Highly competitive compensation package.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs.
Paid Parental Leave benefit available to all qualified employees.
Wellness incentives.
* Comprehensive health benefits that start Day 1.
DESCRIPTION
Job Description:
Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records. Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems. Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes. Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment. Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays. Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient. In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services. Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems. Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development. Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations. Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans. Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations. Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting. Actively participates on organizational health services committees. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia.
May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties.
* PALS, BLS, or ACLS may be required in some areas.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):
20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally);
11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently);
01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly);
Lifting 50 lbs max;
Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs;
Occasional to frequent standing & walking,
Occasional sitting,
Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing),
* Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Blood-borne pathogen exposure
Bio-hazardous waste
Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors
Communicable diseases
Electrical shock
Floor Surfaces
Hot/Cold Temperatures
Indoor/Outdoor conditions
Latex
Lighting
Patient care/handling injuries
Radiation
Shift work
Travel may be required.
* Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Advanced Practice Provider
Obtain your state license before OPT begins
Licensing boards in most states take 60 to 90 days to process APP credentials. Apply immediately after passing your boards so your license is active when your OPT employment start date arrives. Unlicensed APPs cannot legally practice.
Target health systems with established visa support
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers are far more likely to have HR teams experienced with OPT work authorization. Community health centers and federally qualified health centers also hire APPs regularly and often have immigration compliance infrastructure in place.
Confirm your role qualifies as a STEM OPT extension
Most APP roles fall under non-STEM CIP codes, meaning you likely receive 12 months of OPT, not 24. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before counting on a STEM extension. Physician assistant programs sometimes qualify depending on classification.
Align your OPT start date with your clinical onboarding
Hospitals require background checks, credentialing, and orientation before APPs see patients. These processes take four to eight weeks. Request an OPT start date that accounts for onboarding so you are not burning authorized work time before you can legally practice.
Understand how locum and per diem work affects OPT
OPT requires a direct employment relationship or qualifying self-employment. Locum tenens arrangements through staffing agencies can create gray areas around employer reporting. Work with your DSO to confirm any contract arrangement meets SEVIS employment reporting requirements before accepting.
Begin H-1B sponsorship conversations at the offer stage
The H-1B lottery opens in March for an October 1 start. If your OPT expires before October, cap-exempt employers like universities and nonprofit hospitals can file H-1B petitions outside the lottery. Ask about this pathway during contract negotiations, not after you have signed.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Advanced Practice Provider on OPT?
Yes, APP roles qualify for OPT as long as the position is directly related to your degree field. A nurse practitioner who graduated from an MSN or DNP program and practices within that clinical scope meets the relatedness requirement. Your DSO must record the employer in SEVIS within 10 days of your start date.
Do Advanced Practice Provider employers commonly sponsor OPT students?
Health systems, academic medical centers, and federally qualified health centers hire OPT-authorized APPs more routinely than smaller private practices, which often lack HR capacity for work authorization compliance. Migrate Mate lists APP roles from employers experienced with F-1 OPT, so you can focus on opportunities where sponsorship is realistic rather than screening employers manually.
How does the 90-day unemployment rule affect APP job seekers on OPT?
USCIS allows a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during your OPT period. APP credentialing and state licensing delays can push your actual start date weeks after your OPT authorization begins, and that gap counts as unemployment. Coordinate your OPT start date closely with your employer's credentialing timeline to avoid burning through your unemployment buffer before you see your first patient.
Can I work at multiple clinical sites on OPT as an APP?
Yes, but each employer must be reported in SEVIS. APPs who work across multiple facilities, a common arrangement in hospital medicine and urgent care, need to ensure every site is recorded with their DSO. If hours at a secondary site drop below 20 per week, some DSOs may question whether it qualifies as full-time OPT employment, so clarify expectations upfront.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my employer switches credentialing entities or the practice is acquired?
A merger, acquisition, or credentialing transfer that changes your legal employer requires a SEVIS update. Failing to report a new employer name or EIN within 10 days is a compliance violation that can affect your OPT status. Notify your DSO immediately when any organizational change affects who signs your paycheck, and get written confirmation of your new employer's legal name.
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