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Cloud Consultant jobs are well-suited for F-1 OPT students, particularly those with degrees in computer science, information systems, or engineering. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to three years of work authorization. Employers typically require hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform.
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Get Access To All JobsFacility Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital
Req ID 557230
Post Date 07/22/2026
Description $15,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital is a 30-bed long-term acute care hospital, with all private rooms, set within Jewish Hospital. We offer the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care 7 days a week so you can start your journey to wellness anytime. For added convenience, we are located in the heart of the Jewish Hospital campus in downtown Louisville, and easily accessible from main roads and highways.
Job Summary
Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient assessment, understanding ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, understanding blood work results, monitoring, teaching, and training.
Essential Functions
- Competent delivery of Respiratory Care procedures in all areas of the hospital as outlined in the Respiratory Care policies, procedures and protocols.
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation and charge capture of all Respiratory Care procedures. Develop, document and maintain respiratory care elements of the patient plan of care.
- Verify and initiate all physician orders for Respiratory Care.
- Demonstrate competency and working knowledge of all Respiratory Care instruments and equipment. Perform troubleshooting, problem resolution and proper disinfection/sterilization.
- Initiate, monitor and maintain oxygen/aerosol delivery devices and non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation devices.
- Perform effective airway management including oral/nasal airway placement, bag/mask ventilation, intubation and/or intubation assistance, emergent and scheduled tracheostomy tube changes. Demonstrate safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways. Initiate and perform "CPR".
- Perform tracheostomy, endotracheal tube and oral care.
- Implement one way speaking valve trials per physician order.
- Assist physician with diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures.
- Complete initial and ongoing decannulation risk assessments with appropriate interventions and documentation.
- Perform and document timely Spontaneous Breathing Trial assessments for weaning readiness. Initiate and advance mechanical ventilator weaning per protocol.
- Actively participate in the multidisciplinary early patient mobility program.
- Perform pulse oximetry and carbon dioxide gas monitoring.
- Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and analysis.
- Perform and document ongoing ABG analyzer quality control and maintenance as required.
- Perform and document patient and family teaching/education.
- Provide and receive accurate and complete patient handoff reports.
- Participate in department/hospital in-services, meetings, and patient care rounds.
- Notify immediate supervisor of changes in workload and patient acuity.
- Provide timely and accurate updates to healthcare team members and make recommendations for modification to patient therapy as clinically indicated.
- Assist in orientation and training of new employees/students, and precept new employees during orientation.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations.
- Utilize appropriate interpersonal communication skills when interacting with all healthcare team members, patients, and their families.
- Understands principles of lifespan growth and development with the ability to provide care appropriate for the adult and geriatric patient population.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Must read, write and speak fluent English.
- Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) from an accredited respiratory therapy program (Required) Or
Associate’s Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program (Required)
Licenses/Certifications
RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner or comparable certification in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) And
CRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential Upon Hire (Preferred) And
BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required) And
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)
Experience
1+ years related experience (Preferred)
Facility Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital
Req ID 557230
Post Date 07/22/2026
Description $15,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital is a 30-bed long-term acute care hospital, with all private rooms, set within Jewish Hospital. We offer the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care 7 days a week so you can start your journey to wellness anytime. For added convenience, we are located in the heart of the Jewish Hospital campus in downtown Louisville, and easily accessible from main roads and highways.
Job Summary
Responsible for administering safe and competent respiratory care as ordered per physician, monitoring mechanical ventilation, administering medications, patient assessment, understanding ramifications of hemodynamic monitoring, understanding blood work results, monitoring, teaching, and training.
Essential Functions
- Competent delivery of Respiratory Care procedures in all areas of the hospital as outlined in the Respiratory Care policies, procedures and protocols.
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation and charge capture of all Respiratory Care procedures. Develop, document and maintain respiratory care elements of the patient plan of care.
- Verify and initiate all physician orders for Respiratory Care.
- Demonstrate competency and working knowledge of all Respiratory Care instruments and equipment. Perform troubleshooting, problem resolution and proper disinfection/sterilization.
- Initiate, monitor and maintain oxygen/aerosol delivery devices and non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation devices.
- Perform effective airway management including oral/nasal airway placement, bag/mask ventilation, intubation and/or intubation assistance, emergent and scheduled tracheostomy tube changes. Demonstrate safe and appropriate suction techniques and use of artificial airways. Initiate and perform "CPR".
- Perform tracheostomy, endotracheal tube and oral care.
- Implement one way speaking valve trials per physician order.
- Assist physician with diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures.
- Complete initial and ongoing decannulation risk assessments with appropriate interventions and documentation.
- Perform and document timely Spontaneous Breathing Trial assessments for weaning readiness. Initiate and advance mechanical ventilator weaning per protocol.
- Actively participate in the multidisciplinary early patient mobility program.
- Perform pulse oximetry and carbon dioxide gas monitoring.
- Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling and analysis.
- Perform and document ongoing ABG analyzer quality control and maintenance as required.
- Perform and document patient and family teaching/education.
- Provide and receive accurate and complete patient handoff reports.
- Participate in department/hospital in-services, meetings, and patient care rounds.
- Notify immediate supervisor of changes in workload and patient acuity.
- Provide timely and accurate updates to healthcare team members and make recommendations for modification to patient therapy as clinically indicated.
- Assist in orientation and training of new employees/students, and precept new employees during orientation.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations.
- Utilize appropriate interpersonal communication skills when interacting with all healthcare team members, patients, and their families.
- Understands principles of lifespan growth and development with the ability to provide care appropriate for the adult and geriatric patient population.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Must read, write and speak fluent English.
- Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) from an accredited respiratory therapy program (Required) Or
Associate’s Degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program (Required)
Licenses/Certifications
RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner or comparable certification in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) And
CRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential Upon Hire (Preferred) And
BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required) And
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)
Experience
1+ years related experience (Preferred)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Cloud Consultant
Target STEM-designated roles explicitly
Cloud Consultant positions almost always fall under STEM OPT CIP codes like computer science or information technology. Confirm the employer's job posting lists a STEM-eligible degree requirement so your 24-month extension application has solid ground to stand on.
Get certified before you apply
AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure certifications signal job-ready skills to employers who may be unfamiliar with OPT authorization. A recognized certification reduces hiring hesitation and strengthens your application against candidates with longer-term work authorization on day one.
Understand the employer's E-Verify obligation
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm this early in the interview process, not after you have an offer. Employers who are not enrolled cannot legally employ you under a STEM extension, regardless of intent.
Frame your OPT timeline around project cycles
Cloud consulting engagements often run in multi-month project sprints. When discussing your authorization timeline with employers, connect your OPT end dates to realistic project completion windows so hiring managers see continuity rather than an abrupt departure risk.
Prioritize consulting firms with established immigration infrastructure
Large technology consulting firms process OPT hires and H-1B visa sponsorships regularly. These employers have HR teams familiar with I-983 training plans, STEM extension timelines, and eventual visa transitions, which reduces administrative friction for both you and the employer.
Prepare your I-983 training plan before your start date
Your employer must complete Form I-983 outlining how the Cloud Consultant role provides practical training related to your degree. Draft a role-specific learning framework in advance so onboarding conversations move faster and your STEM extension paperwork is filed without delays.
Cloud Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Cloud Consultant jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Cloud Consultant roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, or electrical engineering. The role must provide practical training related to your degree, which cloud infrastructure and architecture work typically satisfies. Your employer also needs to be enrolled in E-Verify.
How do I find Cloud Consultant jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers who are open to sponsoring F-1 OPT students, including Cloud Consultant roles across technology consulting firms, cloud-native startups, and enterprise IT departments. Searching through Migrate Mate saves time by removing employers unlikely to work with OPT authorization from your results.
Can I work as a Cloud Consultant for multiple clients while on OPT?
OPT requires that you work for a single authorized employer tied to your EAD. If a consulting firm places you at client sites, the firm itself is your employer of record and that arrangement is valid. However, working independently across multiple clients as a freelancer or contractor generally does not satisfy OPT employment requirements.
What degree fields typically support a Cloud Consultant OPT application?
Computer science, information technology, computer information systems, electrical engineering, and management information systems are the most common degree fields that align with Cloud Consultant roles for OPT purposes. Your DSO will confirm whether your specific CIP code qualifies, but degrees in these fields almost always meet the STEM OPT extension criteria.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Cloud Consultant contract ends early?
If your employment ends before your OPT expiration date, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you must find new authorized employment, change your immigration status, or depart the United States. You should notify your DSO immediately when employment ends. Starting your next job search early through Migrate Mate reduces the risk of gaps that could jeopardize your status.