Clinical Education Specialist Jobs for OPT Students
Clinical Education Specialist jobs are actively filled by F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in nursing, allied health, education technology, or life sciences. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions under SOC codes tied to health education or biological sciences, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization.
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MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology and so much more! We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team. We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done. Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates.
Clinical Education Specialist
The Clinical Education Specialist is responsible for coordinating the successful execution of the Clinical Services onboarding program, ongoing team member education, external clinical services related continuing education programs and the technician student extern/intern program. The Training Coordinator will also deliver general hospital and departmental training topics and is responsible for the ongoing maintenance of all training manuals and employee training records.
What you’ll do:
- Facilitate the MedVet onboarding and training period for all new Clinical Services team members
- Facilitate new hire orientation and site-based general new hire training
- Ensure completion of specific task/procedure training for clinical skills (via direct instruction or by coordinating with the appropriate MedVet Clinical Services team members)
- Gather routine feedback and training observations/recommendations from mentors or subject matter experts for each new team member
- Maintain training files on each new Clinical Services team member throughout onboarding
- Plan, execute, and track Clinical Services team member ongoing training (mandatory and other topics as needs are identified)
- Mandatory annual training such as OSHA and Radiation safety
- Communication and training for new medications, equipment, and procedures for team members
- Facilitate additional on the job clinical training as needed
- Track team member progress against training plan(s) through routine testing and assessment
- Maintain training documentation/files for each team member
- Schedule and coordinate the Hospital delivery of student and observer programs
- Veterinary technician student extern program
- MedVet observer programs (new hires and others as indicated)
- Participate in ongoing Clinical Services learning program development and delivery
- Help to develop uniform and consistent training processes, programs, resources and manuals for MedVet clinical services roles at the organizational level
- Generate and maintain specific hospital and departmental training materials and resources in partnership with local clinical services leadership
- Collaborate with regional marketing partners for clinical services speaker and topic recommendations for external continuing education series and referral partner training requests
- Provide ongoing support for Clinical teams by functioning as a clinical team member as directed by manager
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Animal Sciences, Veterinary Technology or a related field is a plus. Credentialed Technician license is required. Experience in veterinary healthcare required.
- Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Competency utilizing Microsoft Office programs including MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. Ability to learn industry-specific programs required.
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Multi-tasking capability
- Promotion of a professional and caring image of MedVet through high personal work standards
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with both new and existing team members
- A positive attitude and a “team” approach
- Ability to function as a team member by communicating effectively and diplomatically, being approachable and willing to assist coworkers, maintaining a positive and proactive attitude, and promoting interdepartmental communication and cooperation
- Ability and initiative to work with minimal supervision and direction
Perks and Benefits include:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits, Vision and Dental
- HSA, FSA and Dependent Care FSA
- 401k with employer match
- Elective short-term disability and company paid long term disability
- Elective Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Shift Differentials and On-call Pay
- Uniform Allowance
- Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance
- Continuing education opportunities and assistance program
- Sign on bonus available to Credentialed Veterinary Technicians
- Strong career growth and personal development opportunities
This role has a hiring range of $26.50-38.75/hr based on experience.
Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check. MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
Description
MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology and so much more! We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team. We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done. Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates.
Clinical Education Specialist
The Clinical Education Specialist is responsible for coordinating the successful execution of the Clinical Services onboarding program, ongoing team member education, external clinical services related continuing education programs and the technician student extern/intern program. The Training Coordinator will also deliver general hospital and departmental training topics and is responsible for the ongoing maintenance of all training manuals and employee training records.
What you’ll do:
- Facilitate the MedVet onboarding and training period for all new Clinical Services team members
- Facilitate new hire orientation and site-based general new hire training
- Ensure completion of specific task/procedure training for clinical skills (via direct instruction or by coordinating with the appropriate MedVet Clinical Services team members)
- Gather routine feedback and training observations/recommendations from mentors or subject matter experts for each new team member
- Maintain training files on each new Clinical Services team member throughout onboarding
- Plan, execute, and track Clinical Services team member ongoing training (mandatory and other topics as needs are identified)
- Mandatory annual training such as OSHA and Radiation safety
- Communication and training for new medications, equipment, and procedures for team members
- Facilitate additional on the job clinical training as needed
- Track team member progress against training plan(s) through routine testing and assessment
- Maintain training documentation/files for each team member
- Schedule and coordinate the Hospital delivery of student and observer programs
- Veterinary technician student extern program
- MedVet observer programs (new hires and others as indicated)
- Participate in ongoing Clinical Services learning program development and delivery
- Help to develop uniform and consistent training processes, programs, resources and manuals for MedVet clinical services roles at the organizational level
- Generate and maintain specific hospital and departmental training materials and resources in partnership with local clinical services leadership
- Collaborate with regional marketing partners for clinical services speaker and topic recommendations for external continuing education series and referral partner training requests
- Provide ongoing support for Clinical teams by functioning as a clinical team member as directed by manager
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Animal Sciences, Veterinary Technology or a related field is a plus. Credentialed Technician license is required. Experience in veterinary healthcare required.
- Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Competency utilizing Microsoft Office programs including MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. Ability to learn industry-specific programs required.
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Multi-tasking capability
- Promotion of a professional and caring image of MedVet through high personal work standards
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with both new and existing team members
- A positive attitude and a “team” approach
- Ability to function as a team member by communicating effectively and diplomatically, being approachable and willing to assist coworkers, maintaining a positive and proactive attitude, and promoting interdepartmental communication and cooperation
- Ability and initiative to work with minimal supervision and direction
Perks and Benefits include:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits, Vision and Dental
- HSA, FSA and Dependent Care FSA
- 401k with employer match
- Elective short-term disability and company paid long term disability
- Elective Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Shift Differentials and On-call Pay
- Uniform Allowance
- Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance
- Continuing education opportunities and assistance program
- Sign on bonus available to Credentialed Veterinary Technicians
- Strong career growth and personal development opportunities
This role has a hiring range of $26.50-38.75/hr based on experience.
Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check. MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Education Specialist
Target employers with existing OPT infrastructure
Hospital systems, medical device companies, and clinical training organizations hire OPT students regularly. These employers already understand DSO requirements and EAD card timelines, which significantly reduces friction during the hiring process for Clinical Education Specialist roles.
Confirm your SOC code qualifies for STEM OPT
Clinical Education Specialist roles often fall under SOC codes for health educators or instructional designers. Ask your DSO to confirm your offer letter job duties align with a STEM-designated code before accepting, so you can apply for the 24-month STEM extension.
Lead with your clinical credentials in applications
Employers hiring for clinical education value licensure, certifications, and hands-on patient care experience. Listing RN, PA, or relevant specialty certifications prominently signals that your qualifications justify the extra administrative steps that come with OPT sponsorship.
Address OPT timing proactively with hiring managers
Clinical education roles often have structured onboarding tied to product launches or cohort schedules. Sharing your EAD start date and OPT end date upfront helps employers plan around your authorization window and avoid last-minute delays in your start date.
Emphasize training design skills alongside clinical knowledge
The most competitive Clinical Education Specialist candidates combine clinical background with curriculum development or eLearning platform experience. Highlighting tools like LMS administration or instructional content creation broadens your appeal to medical device and health tech employers.
Prepare a one-page OPT explainer for employer HR teams
Many smaller healthcare employers are unfamiliar with OPT work authorization. A brief document explaining your EAD card, reporting obligations, and the 90-day unemployment limit removes common objections and positions you as an organized, low-risk hire for the role.
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Do Clinical Education Specialist jobs typically qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Many Clinical Education Specialist roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, but it depends on how the job is classified. Roles tied to SOC codes in health education, biological sciences, or instructional design technology are most likely to qualify. Ask your DSO to verify the SOC code in your offer letter before you accept the position.
What academic backgrounds do employers look for in OPT candidates for this role?
Employers typically seek candidates with degrees in nursing, public health, life sciences, health informatics, or education technology. Clinical experience in a patient care setting is a strong differentiator, especially for medical device and hospital-based roles. Some positions also consider candidates from biomedical engineering or pharmacy backgrounds if the product training focus aligns with their coursework.
How do I find Clinical Education Specialist jobs that explicitly support OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to sponsor or support OPT work authorization, so you are not sorting through hundreds of listings that exclude international students. Searching on Migrate Mate for Clinical Education Specialist roles saves time and connects you directly with employers already familiar with EAD card requirements and OPT timelines.
Can I work as a Clinical Education Specialist while on pre-completion OPT?
Yes, if the role is directly related to your field of study and you have not yet graduated. Pre-completion OPT limits you to part-time hours during the academic term, which can be a challenge for full-time clinical education positions. Most employers hiring for this role expect full-time availability, so post-completion OPT is the more practical authorization stage for these jobs.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch employers as a Clinical Education Specialist?
OPT work authorization is tied to you, not your employer, so you can change jobs as long as the new role is directly related to your degree program. You must report the employer change to your DSO within ten days. If you are on STEM OPT, your new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and you will need to update your Form I-983 training plan.
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