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Facility Technician roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in engineering technology, facilities management, or related technical fields. Most positions qualify as STEM OPT extensions under CIP codes tied to engineering or applied technology, giving you up to 36 months of authorized work.
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Posting Date
11/06/2026
Location: 244 Cordele Rd Ste 165, Albany, Georgia, 31705-2412, United States of America
As a Healthcare Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a Healthcare Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) who must be an ambitious, operationally-focused and results-driven leader. You will directly impact patient care as the trusted front-line leader in an outpatient clinic setting.
What you can expect as a Healthcare Operations Manager:
- Patients come first. You have an opportunity to build on your relationship with your patients, while also continuously improving their health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.
- Meaningful Workday - EVERY Day. You'll go home every day knowing you are making a difference in patients' lives and that you are developing your team to reach their full potential.
- Available when the clinic is open.
- Lead a Team. Develop, mentor and inspire a cross-functional clinical team (census dependent on state laws) to deliver the best for our patients, teammates and community.
- Financial Management. Manage complete operation and performance of the clinic: adhere to budget, forecast expenses, manage vendor relationships, order supplies, and monitor compliance.
- Autonomy. It's your clinic to run. You aren't alone though. You will have the support and guidance of your director, regional peers and the greater company to help you manage your facility.
- We foster entrepreneurs and those who seek to continuously improve.
- Culture & Growth. Our values are not just written in a book somewhere, but are an intentional part of everything we do. As leaders, you are able to reward others for demonstrating those shared beliefs and behaviors, and in turn, we intend to do the same for you.
- Partner with Regional Operations Director to identify and address employee and patient concerns to drive towards Regional goals and standards.
Now is your time to explore your next journey at DaVita.
What you can expect:
- Lead a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
- DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
- We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training and more.
- DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance and so much more!
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline OR Registered Nurse license required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience required in management (healthcare, business, or military) or equivalent renal experience (nurse, dietitian, social worker, LPN, etc.) at discretion of DVP and/or ROD
- Current CPR certification required (or certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire or change in position)
- Other qualifications and combinations of skills may be considered at discretion of ROD and/or Divisional Vice President
- Collaboration is a must to be successful in this role. You will be working with clinical and financial teams on a daily basis to produce results that align to business needs.
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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DaVita will never ask for payment or personal financial information at any point in the hiring process, nor will we ever communicate with you using email addresses outside of the DaVita secure network. If you receive a request like this, it is not legitimate. Do not share your information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Facility Technician
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Facility Technician positions often fall under engineering technology CIP codes, but your DSO must verify the match before you apply for a 24-month STEM extension. Confirm the alignment early so your timeline stays on track.
Target employers with existing E-Verify enrollment
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Before accepting an offer, ask HR directly whether the company is enrolled. Most large facilities management firms and manufacturers already are.
Highlight technical certifications on your resume
Certifications like OSHA 10, HVAC fundamentals, or electrical safety training signal job readiness to facilities hiring managers. These credentials reduce employer hesitation around OPT authorization timelines and training investment.
Frame your degree connection clearly in applications
OPT requires your job to be directly related to your degree. In your cover letter, explicitly connect your engineering or technology coursework to the technical responsibilities of the Facility Technician role you are applying for.
Apply well before your OPT end date
Hiring and onboarding for facilities roles can take four to eight weeks. Submit applications at least three months before your current OPT expires to leave room for offer delays, background checks, and EAD processing timelines.
Be upfront about your authorization window during screening
Facilities employers often prioritize long-term hires. Explaining your STEM OPT extension eligibility upfront, including the potential 36-month window, helps hiring managers see you as a viable long-term candidate rather than a short-term risk.
Facility Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Facility Technician job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree and how the role is classified. If your degree is in engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or a related STEM field, and the Facility Technician role directly applies those skills, it will typically qualify. Your DSO compares your CIP code to the job duties to make the determination. Roles involving HVAC, electrical systems, or building automation are the strongest candidates.
What does OPT work authorization look like for a Facility Technician position?
On post-completion OPT, you can work full time as a Facility Technician as long as the job is directly related to your degree field. Your EAD card is the document that authorizes employment, and you must present it to your employer before your start date. If you qualify for STEM OPT, you can extend that authorization for an additional 24 months, giving you up to 36 months total.
How do I find Facility Technician employers who are open to hiring OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Facility Technician jobs from employers who are open to sponsoring or working with international students on OPT. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves you from applying to companies that will screen you out at the authorization question. Many large facilities management firms and industrial manufacturers regularly hire F-1 OPT candidates for these roles.
Can I work for a facilities contractor or third-party vendor on OPT?
Yes, but the employer of record must be the entity that signs your training plan and is enrolled in E-Verify if you plan to use a STEM OPT extension. If a staffing agency places you at a client site, your DSO needs to confirm whether the agency or the end client is considered your employer for OPT reporting purposes. This distinction matters for your I-983 training plan if you pursue STEM OPT.
What happens to my OPT status if a Facility Technician contract ends early?
If your employment ends before your OPT expires, you have a 90-day unemployment allowance under standard OPT. On STEM OPT, the allowance is 150 days total across your extension period. You must report the job separation to your DSO promptly and begin searching for a new qualifying position. Short-term contract gaps are common in facilities work, so understanding this buffer is important for staying in status.