OPT Family Practitioner Jobs
Family Practitioner jobs on OPT require STEM OPT extension eligibility or standard 12-month authorization depending on your degree field. Most positions are employer-sponsored through H-1B visa or J-1 visa waiver pathways. Residency completion, board certification, and state licensure are typically required before starting.
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11269 Jefferson Hwy N
Champlin, MN 55316-3123
Date Posted:
November 06, 2026
Department:
62359900 Allina Health Group Champlin
Shift:
Day/Evening (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- Full time (1.0), Monday-Friday
- Remote
- Must live in MN or WI
Job Description:
Provides patient care in accordance with defined practice standards. Supports providers in the region by reviewing in-basket folders and dispositioning them promptly.
Principle Responsibilities
- In accordance with a defined schedule, accesses and reviews all in-basket folders for assigned providers within the region. Messages and results are dispositioned as needed to provide optimal patient care.
- Provides clinical care for patients
- Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
- Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
- Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
- Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
- Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
- Refers for specialty care when determined.
- Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
- Participates in health care team.
- Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
- Acts as resource to members of the team.
- Works with primary care team for program development.
- Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant program
- 2 years experience in Primary Care
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire for NP or
- Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety \& Professional Services required upon hire for NP
- NP or PA State of MN and/or WI license/cert required
- BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required within 180 Days
- DEA upon hire required
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $143,438 to $163,297 per year
The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Location Address:
11269 Jefferson Hwy N
Champlin, MN 55316-3123
Date Posted:
November 06, 2026
Department:
62359900 Allina Health Group Champlin
Shift:
Day/Evening (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- Full time (1.0), Monday-Friday
- Remote
- Must live in MN or WI
Job Description:
Provides patient care in accordance with defined practice standards. Supports providers in the region by reviewing in-basket folders and dispositioning them promptly.
Principle Responsibilities
- In accordance with a defined schedule, accesses and reviews all in-basket folders for assigned providers within the region. Messages and results are dispositioned as needed to provide optimal patient care.
- Provides clinical care for patients
- Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
- Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
- Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
- Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
- Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
- Refers for specialty care when determined.
- Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
- Participates in health care team.
- Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
- Acts as resource to members of the team.
- Works with primary care team for program development.
- Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant program
- 2 years experience in Primary Care
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire for NP or
- Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety \& Professional Services required upon hire for NP
- NP or PA State of MN and/or WI license/cert required
- BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required within 180 Days
- DEA upon hire required
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $143,438 to $163,297 per year
The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Family Practitioner
Target federally qualified health centers
FQHCs and rural health clinics frequently sponsor J-1 visa waivers through the Conrad 30 program. These underserved-area employers are far more accustomed to sponsoring international physicians than private suburban practices.
Get your board certification before the job search
ABFM certification signals you are fully practice-ready. Employers who hesitate on sponsorship are more willing when licensure and board certification are already complete, reducing their onboarding risk significantly.
Work with a physician-focused immigration attorney early
Family medicine sponsorship often involves J-1 waivers, NHSC placements, or H-1B cap-exempt employers. A physician immigration attorney can map the right pathway before you accept an offer, preventing costly timeline mistakes.
Ask about cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship
Hospitals, university health systems, and nonprofit medical centers may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. This bypasses the annual lottery entirely, which matters enormously when your OPT window is tight.
Document your clinical training comprehensively
Specialty occupation petitions for physicians require detailed evidence linking your medical degree to the role. Compile transcripts, training certificates, residency completion letters, and clinical rotation records before sponsorship paperwork begins.
Family Practitioner OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Family Practitioner on OPT before completing residency?
No. OPT authorizes employment in your field of study, but independent physician practice requires completing an accredited residency program and obtaining state medical licensure. OPT alone does not substitute for these clinical training requirements. Most F-1 students in medical fields use OPT during residency or fellowship, not as a licensed attending physician.
Which visa sponsorship pathways are most common for Family Practitioners coming off OPT?
The two most common pathways are the H-1B and the J-1 Conrad 30 waiver. Cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship through nonprofit hospitals or university health systems is available year-round without the lottery. The Conrad 30 waiver requires a commitment to practice in a medically underserved area for at least three years and is administered state by state.
Does a medical degree qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your specific degree program's CIP code. Some biomedical or clinical science programs qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, but an MD or DO from a U.S. medical school generally does not fall under STEM-designated categories. Confirm your program's designation with your DSO before assuming you have 36 months of OPT.
How do I find Family Practitioner jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers, making it the most efficient starting point for finding Family Practitioner roles where employers are open to sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about immigration support after the fact.
Can I start a Family Practitioner job before my H-1B is approved?
Yes, if your employer files an H-1B petition with a timely filed receipt before your OPT expires, you may be covered by a cap-gap extension if applicable, or continue working under OPT until the petition is adjudicated. The specifics depend on your OPT expiration date, petition timing, and whether your employer filed premium processing. Consult your DSO and an immigration attorney to confirm your specific situation.