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Clinical Supervisor roles on OPT typically require a master's or doctoral degree in social work, counseling, or psychology, making them a strong fit for STEM-adjacent behavioral health graduates. Most positions qualify for the 12-month standard OPT period, with STEM extension eligibility depending on your specific degree classification.
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Inova Primary Care is looking for a dedicated Outpatient Clinical Supervisor to join the team. This role will be full time days position, Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Job Location:
- Inova Primary Care N. Fairfax 3833 N. Fairfax Dr Ste 200 Arlington, VA 22203
- Inova Primary Care McLean 6845 Elm St Ste 710 McLean, VA 22101
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
OUTPATIENT CLINICAL SUPERVISOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversees and assists team members in assigned functional area, which may include but not limited to, ensuring team is meeting key-deliverables and quality standards, addressing and resolving challenges, managing and tracking performance, and assisting in time management and scheduling; escalates issues to senior leaders as needed.
- Supervises clinical operations, direct patient care, and patient education.
- Responsible for the administration and application of all clinical nursing functions, procedures and protocols.
- Coordinates and facilitates patient care progression throughout the healthcare continuum.
- Manages patient care effectively and timely by working collaboratively and maintaining active communication with members of the primary care team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Vocational / Technical Diploma in Practical Nursing
- License: Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Experience: 1 year of nursing or related healthcare experience
- Certification: BLS from the American Heart Association.
INTRODUCTION
Inova Primary Care is looking for a dedicated Outpatient Clinical Supervisor to join the team. This role will be full time days position, Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Job Location:
- Inova Primary Care N. Fairfax 3833 N. Fairfax Dr Ste 200 Arlington, VA 22203
- Inova Primary Care McLean 6845 Elm St Ste 710 McLean, VA 22101
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
OUTPATIENT CLINICAL SUPERVISOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversees and assists team members in assigned functional area, which may include but not limited to, ensuring team is meeting key-deliverables and quality standards, addressing and resolving challenges, managing and tracking performance, and assisting in time management and scheduling; escalates issues to senior leaders as needed.
- Supervises clinical operations, direct patient care, and patient education.
- Responsible for the administration and application of all clinical nursing functions, procedures and protocols.
- Coordinates and facilitates patient care progression throughout the healthcare continuum.
- Manages patient care effectively and timely by working collaboratively and maintaining active communication with members of the primary care team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Vocational / Technical Diploma in Practical Nursing
- License: Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Experience: 1 year of nursing or related healthcare experience
- Certification: BLS from the American Heart Association.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Clinical Supervisor
Confirm your degree aligns with the role
Clinical Supervisor positions require a direct match between your graduate degree field and the supervisory specialty. A counseling degree supports a clinical counseling supervisor role, but may not support a psychiatric rehabilitation supervisor position. Verify the fit before applying.
Target employers with existing OPT infrastructure
Hospitals, community mental health centers, and university counseling services hire international graduates regularly and understand OPT timelines. Smaller private practices often lack HR experience with work authorization, which can slow or derail your offer process significantly.
Apply early relative to your OPT start date
Clinical Supervisor roles often involve credentialing, background checks, and licensure verification before your start date. Build in at least six to eight weeks of lead time so hiring timelines don't collide with your OPT authorization window closing.
Clarify your licensure status upfront
Many Clinical Supervisor postings require a current state license such as LCSW, LPC, or LMFT. If your license is pending or requires supervised hours to complete, disclose this early so employers can assess whether your timeline works for them.
Understand H-1B sponsorship before your OPT ends
Clinical Supervisor is generally recognized as a specialty occupation, making you H-1B visa eligible. Identify employers willing to sponsor before your OPT expires and discuss the April lottery timeline so both sides can plan around the transition without gaps.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly openings
Browse Clinical Supervisor roles on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers open to sponsoring international candidates. This saves significant time compared to screening postings individually and helps you focus applications where your OPT status is already understood.
Clinical Supervisor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Clinical Supervisor on OPT?
Yes, if your degree field directly relates to the supervisory role. A master's in social work supports a clinical social work supervisor position, for example. OPT requires that your employment be directly tied to your major area of study, so the degree-to-role match is the key eligibility factor USCIS and your DSO will assess.
Does a Clinical Supervisor role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If your graduate degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field carries a STEM-designated CIP code, you may qualify for the 24-month extension. Check with your DSO to confirm your specific program's classification before assuming STEM eligibility applies to your situation.
How do I find Clinical Supervisor jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists Clinical Supervisor roles from employers who are open to hiring international candidates on OPT. Filtering by visa-friendliness upfront prevents you from investing time in applications where your work authorization status will disqualify you late in the process, which is a common and avoidable frustration for OPT job seekers.
Will I need a state license to work as a Clinical Supervisor on OPT?
Almost certainly yes. Most Clinical Supervisor roles require an active state license such as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent. If you completed your supervised clinical hours and passed your licensure exam while studying in the U.S., you may already qualify. If your license is still pending, discuss that timing with each employer before accepting an offer.
Is Clinical Supervisor considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes. Clinical Supervisor positions typically require a master's degree or higher in a specific clinical field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. This means if an employer is willing to sponsor you after your OPT period, they can file an H-1B petition on your behalf. Confirm willingness to sponsor early so you're not caught off guard near your authorization end date.