OPT Family Medicine Physician Jobs
Family Medicine Physician jobs on OPT require employer sponsorship for J-1 visa or H-1B visa status after your OPT period ends. Most positions are in hospital systems, community health centers, and private practices. Board certification or residency completion strengthens your profile significantly with sponsoring employers.
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Full Circle Health Family Medicine Residency of Idaho Nampa is seeking a faculty member who aligns with our mission of training the next generation of family physicians to provide care in rural and under-resourced settings to join our group. We are a relatively new, ACGME accredited program with 6 residents per class, who graduated our first class in 2022. Ideally, we are looking for a physician interested in broad scope inpatient work with adults, OB and newborn care and a passion for medical education. Call is approximately 1 in 7. We have a unique practice setting with our outpatient work at a teaching health center and inpatient work at a small community hospital associated with a nearby higher acuity health center. Outpatient work will be in an FQHC that is also a level 3 PCMH. We believe in team based, patient focused care and community engagement. We are supported by a clinical care team of a psychologist, dietician, clinical pharmacist, care coordinators, and community health workers. Our community medicine program is a large component of our training so interest here is also welcomed. The Family Medicine Residency of Idaho is our sponsoring institution with over 40 years of producing strong, rural physicians.
Since our community is approximately 25% Spanish speaking, Spanish language skills are appreciated, but not required. The position is available now. Competitive academic salary with additional compensation for experience. Malpractice insurance is provided. Employees are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package including potential for loan repayment. New graduates are welcome; Full Circle Health will support faculty development, including participation in University of Washington sponsored faculty development fellowships as available. We will consider part-time interest for the right candidate.
THE ROLE
Combination of Inpatient / Outpatient; For outpatient: 3 half-days Clinic, 3 half-days Precepting and 2 half-days Admin time per week. Inpatient is an average of 4 days each 4 weeks. Average of 1 Call Night per week at Nampa St. Luke's.
SCHEDULE
Work 4 days per week, including night Call and 1 weekend every other month.
WHO WE ARE
At Full Circle Health, our vision is that every Idaho community is healthy and thriving through our commitment to outstanding care and the education of tomorrow's healthcare leaders.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
We lead with accessibility, education and compassion on a quest for better. Better health care, better communities, better lives for the people of Idaho.
- Open Doors: We welcome all members of the community emphasizing access to care for those with limit choices.
- Open Minds: As a Teaching Health Center, we focus on creating an environment of inclusion and learning through our multiple Residency and Fellowship programs across the Treasure Valley.
- Open Hearts: Compassionate care is at our core!
BENEFIT INFORMATION
We offer a well-rounded benefits package to include everything you would expect.
- Multiple health and dental plans – some as low as $0/pay period
- No cost to employee life insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, and financial advising services.
- A variety of other optional benefits
- 30 days PTO each year which includes 6.5 paid holidays annually
- 5 CME days and CME Allowance of Three Thousand Dollars annually
- 403b Retirement program with auto enrollment and match
Education
MD or DO
Experience
Previous outpatient, primary care clinical experience preferred, other relevant clinical patient care experience may be considered.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
Full Circle Health medical team members must have the ability to be fully credentialed, licensed and privileged.
Unrestricted / unconditional license to practice under the laws of the State of Idaho.
Maintain Board certification by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Possess an unrestricted Board of Pharmacy registration, unrestricted DEA registration and all necessary federal narcotics and controlled substance numbers and licenses.
Maintain eligibility to participate in Medicare, Medicaid and all other third-party payment programs that contract with Full Circle Health.
OTHER:
Our organization is a tobacco-free workplace.
We require immunizations for all staff to include an annual influenza vaccine as a requisite for employment. Newly hired staff who are not able to be vaccinated due to medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs must apply for vaccination exemption prior to employment.
INTRODUCTION
Full Circle Health Family Medicine Residency of Idaho Nampa is seeking a faculty member who aligns with our mission of training the next generation of family physicians to provide care in rural and under-resourced settings to join our group. We are a relatively new, ACGME accredited program with 6 residents per class, who graduated our first class in 2022. Ideally, we are looking for a physician interested in broad scope inpatient work with adults, OB and newborn care and a passion for medical education. Call is approximately 1 in 7. We have a unique practice setting with our outpatient work at a teaching health center and inpatient work at a small community hospital associated with a nearby higher acuity health center. Outpatient work will be in an FQHC that is also a level 3 PCMH. We believe in team based, patient focused care and community engagement. We are supported by a clinical care team of a psychologist, dietician, clinical pharmacist, care coordinators, and community health workers. Our community medicine program is a large component of our training so interest here is also welcomed. The Family Medicine Residency of Idaho is our sponsoring institution with over 40 years of producing strong, rural physicians.
Since our community is approximately 25% Spanish speaking, Spanish language skills are appreciated, but not required. The position is available now. Competitive academic salary with additional compensation for experience. Malpractice insurance is provided. Employees are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package including potential for loan repayment. New graduates are welcome; Full Circle Health will support faculty development, including participation in University of Washington sponsored faculty development fellowships as available. We will consider part-time interest for the right candidate.
THE ROLE
Combination of Inpatient / Outpatient; For outpatient: 3 half-days Clinic, 3 half-days Precepting and 2 half-days Admin time per week. Inpatient is an average of 4 days each 4 weeks. Average of 1 Call Night per week at Nampa St. Luke's.
SCHEDULE
Work 4 days per week, including night Call and 1 weekend every other month.
WHO WE ARE
At Full Circle Health, our vision is that every Idaho community is healthy and thriving through our commitment to outstanding care and the education of tomorrow's healthcare leaders.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
We lead with accessibility, education and compassion on a quest for better. Better health care, better communities, better lives for the people of Idaho.
- Open Doors: We welcome all members of the community emphasizing access to care for those with limit choices.
- Open Minds: As a Teaching Health Center, we focus on creating an environment of inclusion and learning through our multiple Residency and Fellowship programs across the Treasure Valley.
- Open Hearts: Compassionate care is at our core!
BENEFIT INFORMATION
We offer a well-rounded benefits package to include everything you would expect.
- Multiple health and dental plans – some as low as $0/pay period
- No cost to employee life insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, and financial advising services.
- A variety of other optional benefits
- 30 days PTO each year which includes 6.5 paid holidays annually
- 5 CME days and CME Allowance of Three Thousand Dollars annually
- 403b Retirement program with auto enrollment and match
Education
MD or DO
Experience
Previous outpatient, primary care clinical experience preferred, other relevant clinical patient care experience may be considered.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
Full Circle Health medical team members must have the ability to be fully credentialed, licensed and privileged.
Unrestricted / unconditional license to practice under the laws of the State of Idaho.
Maintain Board certification by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Possess an unrestricted Board of Pharmacy registration, unrestricted DEA registration and all necessary federal narcotics and controlled substance numbers and licenses.
Maintain eligibility to participate in Medicare, Medicaid and all other third-party payment programs that contract with Full Circle Health.
OTHER:
Our organization is a tobacco-free workplace.
We require immunizations for all staff to include an annual influenza vaccine as a requisite for employment. Newly hired staff who are not able to be vaccinated due to medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs must apply for vaccination exemption prior to employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Family Medicine Physician
Target federally qualified health centers
FQHCs and rural health clinics are among the most reliable H-1B visa and J-1 visa sponsors for physicians. They face chronic staffing shortages and actively recruit international medical graduates, making them more open to sponsoring OPT workers than private practices.
Understand the J-1 waiver pathway
Many Family Medicine Physicians on J-1 visas pursue Conrad 30 waivers by committing to underserved areas for three years. If you are on J-1 OPT, research this route early since waiver slots are limited and state-specific application windows close fast.
Complete residency before OPT expires
STEM OPT extensions do not apply to most medical training programs. Plan your OPT timeline around residency completion and board certification, since employers initiating H-1B sponsorship need several months of lead time before your authorization lapses.
Apply to hospital systems with immigration infrastructure
Large academic medical centers and integrated health systems like HCA or Kaiser already have legal teams experienced in physician sponsorship. Smaller independent clinics may be willing but lack the infrastructure, which slows the process and increases risk.
Get board certified or eligible before you apply
Most sponsoring employers require ABFM board certification or active eligibility. Demonstrating you have passed or are scheduled for boards signals you are ready to practice independently, which directly reduces the employer's perceived risk in sponsoring your visa.
Disclose your OPT status clearly and early
Physician hiring cycles are long. Raising your work authorization timeline in the first conversation prevents wasted effort on both sides and gives compliance teams enough runway to initiate sponsorship paperwork before your OPT authorization expires.
Family Medicine Physician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Family Medicine Physician on OPT?
Yes, but your OPT employment must be directly related to your degree field, which for most medical graduates means a medical degree from a U.S. institution. Physicians completing their degree through a U.S. medical school can use OPT for qualifying clinical or research roles, but most hospital employers will simultaneously begin H-1B or J-1 sponsorship given the short OPT window.
Do Family Medicine Physician employers commonly sponsor visas?
Sponsorship rates are higher in this specialty than in many other fields because of persistent physician shortages, particularly in primary care. Federally qualified health centers, rural hospitals, and VA facilities are the most active sponsors. Academic medical centers frequently sponsor through both H-1B and J-1 pathways. You can browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to identify health systems actively hiring OPT and visa-sponsored physicians.
What visa options follow OPT for a Family Medicine Physician?
The two most common transitions are H-1B and J-1 with a Conrad 30 waiver. H-1B applies broadly but is subject to the annual lottery. J-1 is common for residency-trained physicians and allows waiver programs that convert to H-1B after a service commitment in an underserved area. EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, and EB-2 PERM green card sponsorship are also pursued by physicians with stronger research or service records.
Does my F-1 OPT cover residency or fellowship training?
OPT is authorized for practical training in your degree field, and residency programs can qualify. However, residents are employees of the hospital, so the training institution must be your OPT employer of record. The timeline is tight since most residency programs are three years and standard OPT is only 12 months. STEM OPT extension generally does not apply to MD programs, so J-1 exchange visitor status is the more common path for residency.
What should I include in my CV when applying for Family Medicine Physician roles on OPT?
List your USMLE scores, medical school, residency institution, clinical rotations, and any board certification status clearly near the top. Include your OPT authorization dates and anticipated end date so hiring managers and credentialing staff can assess timing. Noting specific procedural competencies such as preventive care, chronic disease management, or inpatient experience helps employers evaluate fit quickly, which matters when sponsorship adds complexity to the hiring process.