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General Pediatrician roles are available to F-1 OPT students who have completed a U.S. medical degree and residency. Most positions require USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3, a state medical license, and active OPT employment authorization. STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field, making early employer engagement critical.
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Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking patient-centric Pediatricians to join our teams in stunning Hudson Valley clinics in Fishkill and Hopewell Junction. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Position Highlights:
- Located in the beautiful Hudson Valley, less than 2 hours from New York City
- Experienced Physicians and APCs
- 32 hours patient facing hours per week
- Collegial group practice with a large referral base
- Excellent support staff and dedicated practice management systems in place that allows you to practice at the top of your license
- Sub-specialty training welcomed but not required
- State of the art Epic EMR system
- Commitment to quality care in a patient centered, provider-led, team-based environment
What makes an Optum Career Different:
- Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license
- We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
- We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
- Practice medicine autonomously in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care, with a sustainable and thriving national health care organization
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS:
- Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential and bonus eligibility
- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- Physician Partnership opportunities and incentives
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
- Robust clinician learning and development programs
- Enjoy Work/Life Balance with 32 Patient Facing Hours per week!
- $25,000 Sign-on Bonus
THE OPTUM STORY IN THE TRI-STATE REGION:
Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
- Residency trained and Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pediatrics
- Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $204,000 - $346,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking patient-centric Pediatricians to join our teams in stunning Hudson Valley clinics in Fishkill and Hopewell Junction. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Position Highlights:
- Located in the beautiful Hudson Valley, less than 2 hours from New York City
- Experienced Physicians and APCs
- 32 hours patient facing hours per week
- Collegial group practice with a large referral base
- Excellent support staff and dedicated practice management systems in place that allows you to practice at the top of your license
- Sub-specialty training welcomed but not required
- State of the art Epic EMR system
- Commitment to quality care in a patient centered, provider-led, team-based environment
What makes an Optum Career Different:
- Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license
- We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients
- We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
- Practice medicine autonomously in an ambulatory setting partnering with primary care, with a sustainable and thriving national health care organization
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS:
- Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential and bonus eligibility
- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- Physician Partnership opportunities and incentives
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
- Robust clinician learning and development programs
- Enjoy Work/Life Balance with 32 Patient Facing Hours per week!
- $25,000 Sign-on Bonus
THE OPTUM STORY IN THE TRI-STATE REGION:
Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
- Residency trained and Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pediatrics
- Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $204,000 - $346,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in General Pediatrician
Start employer conversations before OPT begins
Pediatric hiring cycles run long. Begin outreach to pediatric practices, hospital systems, and community health centers at least six months before your OPT start date so credentialing and onboarding timelines align with your authorization window.
Confirm your state medical license timeline first
State licensing boards can take three to six months to process applications. Your OPT employment authorization is useless without an active license, so file your state application immediately after matching into or completing your residency program.
Target employers with existing J-1 or H-1B sponsorship history
Hospital systems and Federally Qualified Health Centers that have sponsored foreign-trained physicians before understand the process. They're less likely to withdraw an offer when your OPT expiration date comes up in onboarding conversations.
Understand that STEM OPT does not apply to your situation
Pediatric medicine does not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your standard OPT window is 12 months. Plan your H-1B visa cap filing timeline or J-1 visa waiver strategy well before that window closes to avoid a work authorization gap.
Use your residency network to surface sponsorship-willing employers
Program directors, attending physicians, and fellow residents who have navigated sponsorship are your most reliable source of employer leads. A warm introduction to a hiring manager carries more weight than a cold application in competitive pediatric markets.
Document all clinical work authorized under OPT carefully
USCIS requires that OPT employment directly relate to your degree field. Keep records of your job title, employer, and start date. Pediatricians moonlighting in unrelated clinical roles risk jeopardizing their authorized status if not properly documented.
General Pediatrician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a General Pediatrician on OPT after completing a U.S. medical degree?
Yes, if you've completed an MD or DO from a U.S. medical school and obtained your state medical license. OPT authorizes employment directly related to your degree field, and pediatric clinical practice qualifies. You must have an active EAD card before seeing patients independently. Residency completion alone doesn't confer work authorization.
Does General Pediatrician qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Medicine is not classified under STEM CIP codes that qualify for the 24-month extension. General Pediatricians on OPT have a 12-month window only. This makes it especially important to pursue H-1B sponsorship or a J-1 waiver pathway early, since there's no extension safety net available in this field.
What visa options should I pursue after OPT as a pediatrician?
The two most common transitions are H-1B sponsorship and the J-1 Conrad 30 waiver program. Conrad 30 is particularly relevant for pediatricians willing to practice in a Health Professional Shortage Area for three years, as it waives the J-1 two-year home residency requirement. Both require employer sponsorship, so identify willing employers well before your OPT expires.
How do I find General Pediatrician employers who are open to sponsoring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters for employers open to OPT and visa sponsorship, which saves significant time compared to applying blindly. Beyond the platform, hospital systems, children's hospitals, and Federally Qualified Health Centers have the legal and HR infrastructure to sponsor, making them higher-probability targets than small private practices.
Can I work at multiple pediatric practice locations under a single OPT authorization?
Yes, but each location must be tied to the same employer or employer group, and the work must remain within your authorized field. Working for two separate, unaffiliated employers simultaneously requires separate authorization documentation for each. Inform your Designated School Official if your employment situation changes, since unreported changes can jeopardize your OPT status.