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Care Manager jobs on OPT require employers willing to sponsor work authorization, which narrows the field but doesn't make it rare. Healthcare organizations, managed care companies, and nonprofit agencies regularly hire international graduates for care coordination roles. Your STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree field.
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Get Access To All JobsWorking at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.
As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.
Summary
The Assistant Patient Care Manager is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of nursing operations, ensuring quality care for patients and their families. Mentors, serves as a resource, and provides support for staff and faculty on clinical nursing issues while meeting the department, nursing, and organization goals. Oversees clinical care performed by assigned nursing staff.
Job Title: Assistant Patient Care Manager
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Field of Study: Nursing or other related field of study
Minimum Education Notes: Associate's degree with BSN in process, to be completed within University program guidelines, not to exceed four (4) years from date of hire.
Preferred Education Level: Master's Degree
Preferred Field of Study: Nursing
Licensure Certification Needed: Yes
Minimum Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Minimum Experience: Minimum three (3) years nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting
Training Required: Strong computer skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Advanced nursing skills; IV therapy, intervention with emergencies, teaching skills. Demonstrated competency in in-patient and out-patient best practices including patient care, technology, and processes.
Salary Range
Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.
We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.
If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission, then we have a place for you!
1. Equal Employment Opportunity
Moffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
2. Reasonable Accommodation
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Moffitt endeavors to make moffitt.org/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact one of the Human Resources receptionists by phone at 813-745-7899 or by email at HRReceptionists@moffitt.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Read more information about your EEO rights under the law.
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Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.
As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.
Summary
The Assistant Patient Care Manager is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of nursing operations, ensuring quality care for patients and their families. Mentors, serves as a resource, and provides support for staff and faculty on clinical nursing issues while meeting the department, nursing, and organization goals. Oversees clinical care performed by assigned nursing staff.
Job Title: Assistant Patient Care Manager
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Field of Study: Nursing or other related field of study
Minimum Education Notes: Associate's degree with BSN in process, to be completed within University program guidelines, not to exceed four (4) years from date of hire.
Preferred Education Level: Master's Degree
Preferred Field of Study: Nursing
Licensure Certification Needed: Yes
Minimum Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Minimum Experience: Minimum three (3) years nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting
Training Required: Strong computer skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Advanced nursing skills; IV therapy, intervention with emergencies, teaching skills. Demonstrated competency in in-patient and out-patient best practices including patient care, technology, and processes.
Salary Range
Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.
We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.
If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission, then we have a place for you!
1. Equal Employment Opportunity
Moffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
2. Reasonable Accommodation
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Moffitt endeavors to make moffitt.org/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact one of the Human Resources receptionists by phone at 813-745-7899 or by email at HRReceptionists@moffitt.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Read more information about your EEO rights under the law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Care Manager
Target healthcare systems with dedicated HR infrastructure
Large hospital networks and managed care organizations have immigration counsel on staff and process OPT sponsorship regularly. Smaller clinics often lack the internal capacity to navigate work authorization, so focus your applications on employers with 500 or more employees.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility before applying
Care Manager roles can qualify for the 24-month STEM extension if your degree is in health informatics, public health, or a related STEM field. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applications, since this significantly extends your runway for employers.
Address OPT authorization proactively in cover letters
Briefly state your authorization type and end date in your cover letter. Employers unfamiliar with OPT often assume complexity where there is none. A clear, confident sentence explaining your status removes ambiguity and signals you understand the process.
Prioritize case management roles at nonprofit and government contractors
Federally contracted healthcare organizations and nonprofits receiving public funding frequently have compliance experience with international hires. These employers are more likely to have existing OPT and H-1B visa sponsorship workflows compared to private practices or small regional providers.
Emphasize clinical or population health technology skills
Care Manager roles increasingly require proficiency in EHR platforms like Epic or Cerner and population health tools. Highlighting technical competencies strengthens your application and supports STEM OPT extension arguments if your background is in health informatics or data-driven care coordination.
Start the H-1B conversation early with your employer
OPT has a fixed end date, so discuss H-1B sponsorship within the first few months of employment. The H-1B lottery registration window opens in March each year. Employers who understand this timeline are far more likely to retain and sponsor you long term.
Care Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Care Manager on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes, OPT authorizes you to work in a role directly related to your degree without employer-specific sponsorship during your authorized period. However, your employer must be comfortable employing you under OPT status and, if applicable, willing to initiate H-1B sponsorship before your OPT expires. Most large healthcare employers are familiar with this process.
Do Care Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in health informatics, public health administration, or another STEM-designated field, and the Care Manager role involves applying that technical knowledge, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO and verify your employer can meet E-Verify requirements before assuming eligibility.
Where can I find Care Manager jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students seeking sponsorship-friendly employers. You can filter Care Manager roles by employers who have a documented history of hiring international graduates. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company does not support OPT or H-1B transitions.
What degree fields support a Care Manager OPT application?
Social work, nursing, public health, health administration, psychology, and health informatics are the most common degree backgrounds for Care Manager roles. Your OPT work authorization requires that the position be directly related to your field of study, so you will need to demonstrate that connection clearly on your resume and in any employer conversations about your work authorization status.
How does the 60-day grace period affect Care Manager job seekers?
When your Care Manager position ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find new employment, transfer to another visa status, or depart the U.S. You cannot work during this period. If you are between contracts or roles, start your next job search immediately when you receive notice, and keep your DSO informed so your SEVIS record accurately reflects your situation.