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Clinical Program Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in public health, healthcare administration, or life sciences. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT if the degree is from an eligible program, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization to build clinical operations experience.
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The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for a Clinical Program Coordinator (H) in Miami, Florida.
The Clinical Program Coordinator (H) assists in the development, organization, production, and evaluation of various departmental program offerings within the assigned unit. Moreover, this employee provides general oversight to daily program activities in support of the University’s mission. The Clinical Program Coordinator (H) may also monitor the financial performance of programs to meet departmental goals and assists with short-and long-range budgetary planning.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Evaluates program effectiveness, analyzes results, and recommends appropriate action.
- Coordinates clinical program activities with other departments and staff to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Serves as a main point of contact to facilitate communication between stakeholders.
- Develops collaborative partnerships across teams and/or patients to streamline processes and enhance departmental productivity.
- Trains, develops, and empowers staff to effectively perform their jobs.
- Develops program/departmental communications and may involve promotional materials for distribution.
- Prepares reports which may include financial statements, and records for management or outside agencies.
- Ensures confidentiality of patient and hospital business information.
- Coordinates the maintenance of established supply levels in designated areas, as needed.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required or equivalent
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
Department Addendum
Residency & Externship Program Coordination
- Manage application intake, reviews, and match processes, including interview coordination
- Oversee onboarding and offboarding for residents and externs (Workday coordination, access, training compliance)
- Coordinate residency-related events, including evaluations, lecture series, rotations, and scheduling
- Manage resident rotations, clinic assignments, schedules, and faculty evaluations
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all residency communications
- Facilitate graduation activities, reimbursements (e.g., licenses), and professional milestones
Operational & Clinic Support
- Support optometry clinic operations, including in-basket monitoring and workflow coordination
- Oversee supply management and ensure clinic readiness for resident training activities
- Assist Program Director with monthly clinic schedule updates and alignment with education requirements
Administrative & Compliance Functions
- Partner with HR to manage residency job postings, onboarding workflows, and application tracking
- Coordinate onboarding logistics (welcome communications, trainings, badge access, headshots)
- Manage lecture logistics (room scheduling, speaker coordination, evaluation workflows)
- Secure space for interviews, orientations, and program events
- Prepare and submit required documentation for institutional committees and accreditation bodies
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Clinical Program Manager
Target employers with established OPT hiring infrastructure
Health systems, academic medical centers, and contract research organizations hire Clinical Program Managers regularly and are more likely to have HR processes that accommodate OPT work authorization. Smaller clinics often lack the infrastructure to support international hires efficiently.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Degrees in public health, biomedical informatics, health informatics, or clinical research often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before applying so you can accurately represent your authorization timeline to employers.
Lead with your clinical operations knowledge, not your visa status
Employers hiring Clinical Program Managers prioritize regulatory knowledge, protocol management, and cross-functional coordination. Frame your qualifications around those competencies first. Visa details belong in the application process, not the cover letter or initial outreach.
File your OPT extension early and track your I-20 endorsement date
USCIS recommends filing the STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. Clinical program roles involve onboarding processes that take weeks, so a lapse in work authorization creates real scheduling conflicts for employers.
Understand which employers are exempt from cap-subject H-1B
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated health agencies are often cap-exempt H-1B visa employers. If long-term sponsorship matters to you, targeting these organizations means you can transition from OPT to H-1B outside the annual lottery.
Use your clinical internship or practicum experience as direct evidence
Clinical Program Manager roles require demonstrated experience with IRB submissions, patient enrollment, or care coordination. If your OPT authorization covers your practicum period, document that experience precisely, as it directly addresses the qualifications most postings require.
Clinical Program Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Program Manager jobs typically qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a degree in public health, health informatics, biomedical sciences, or a related STEM-designated field, you likely qualify for the 24-month extension. The role itself does not determine STEM eligibility. Your DSO confirms eligibility based on your program's CIP code listed on your I-20.
How do I find Clinical Program Manager employers who sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters Clinical Program Manager listings by sponsorship willingness. Health systems, academic medical centers, and contract research organizations are the most consistent sources of OPT-friendly postings in this field. Searching by industry and employer type narrows results to organizations with established international hiring processes.
Can I work as a Clinical Program Manager on day one of my OPT EAD?
Yes, once USCIS issues your EAD and the start date on the card is reached, you're authorized to begin employment. You don't need a separate work visa or employer-specific approval at that stage. Keep a copy of your EAD, I-20, and I-94 accessible, as employers will need to complete Form I-9 before your first day.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm between Clinical Program Manager contracts?
F-1 OPT regulations allow up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT and up to 150 days during the STEM extension. If a contract ends and you're searching for your next role, that gap counts toward your limit. Notify your DSO immediately when employment ends so your SEVIS record reflects the change accurately.
Is a Clinical Program Manager role considered directly related to my degree for OPT purposes?
OPT employment must be directly related to your major field of study. Clinical Program Manager positions typically satisfy this requirement for graduates of public health, nursing administration, health sciences, or clinical research programs. If your degree is in a less directly related field, document how the role's core responsibilities connect to your coursework before your DSO certifies your authorization.