OPT Geriatric Psychiatrist Jobs
Geriatric psychiatrist roles are among the most OPT-friendly physician positions in the U.S., with consistent demand across hospital systems, VA facilities, and academic medical centers. Most employers in this specialty are large institutions already familiar with J-1 visa and H-1B visa sponsorship, making OPT authorization a straightforward conversation for qualified candidates.
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Location: Flint, Michigan
Facility Name: Ascension Living PACE - Michigan
Schedule: Full Time M-F 8:00 4:30
Productivity incentives:
CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
What You Will Do:
Ascension Living PACE - Michigan is seeking to add a new Geriatric Physician Assistant to our team in Flint Michigan.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice.
- Join an established team of 2 Physicians and 2 Apps
- Call structure: 1:5 weeks
- Practice setting: Outpatient practice caring for a panel of geriatric patients
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Full Time Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement)
- Clinical Autonomy & Holistic Care
- Collaborative Interdisciplinary Practice
Practice Overview:
The PACE Difference
At Ascension Living PACE Michigan, we believe that geriatric care should be deeply relational, not transactional. Located in the heart of Flint, our team is comprised of a tight-knit, collaborative group—of Physicians and APPs—who prioritize a culture where every voice is heard and valued. We offer a truly sustainable practice model: with a manageable caseload of approximately 80 patients and a focused daily volume of 2–6 visits, you are afforded the meaningful time required to build genuine, longitudinal relationships with your patients.
What You Will Need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.
Work Experience:
1 year of experience preferred.
Visa Eligibility: None
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Why Join Our Team?:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
We Are Hiring:
Location: Flint, Michigan
Facility Name: Ascension Living PACE - Michigan
Schedule: Full Time M-F 8:00 4:30
Productivity incentives:
CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
What You Will Do:
Ascension Living PACE - Michigan is seeking to add a new Geriatric Physician Assistant to our team in Flint Michigan.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice.
- Join an established team of 2 Physicians and 2 Apps
- Call structure: 1:5 weeks
- Practice setting: Outpatient practice caring for a panel of geriatric patients
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Full Time Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement)
- Clinical Autonomy & Holistic Care
- Collaborative Interdisciplinary Practice
Practice Overview:
The PACE Difference
At Ascension Living PACE Michigan, we believe that geriatric care should be deeply relational, not transactional. Located in the heart of Flint, our team is comprised of a tight-knit, collaborative group—of Physicians and APPs—who prioritize a culture where every voice is heard and valued. We offer a truly sustainable practice model: with a manageable caseload of approximately 80 patients and a focused daily volume of 2–6 visits, you are afforded the meaningful time required to build genuine, longitudinal relationships with your patients.
What You Will Need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.
Work Experience:
1 year of experience preferred.
Visa Eligibility: None
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Why Join Our Team?:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Geriatric Psychiatrist
Target institutions with existing immigration infrastructure
Large hospital systems, VA medical centers, and academic medical schools routinely sponsor physicians. These employers have dedicated HR and legal teams familiar with OPT work authorization, making the process significantly smoother than approaching independent or small practices.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with recruiters
Geriatric psychiatry hiring cycles run long. Be transparent about your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early. Employers need lead time to initiate H-1B visa sponsorship before your authorization lapses, especially in competitive recruitment markets.
Leverage cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship pathways
Many geriatric psychiatrist roles are at hospitals and universities that qualify as cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. This means your employer can file an H-1B petition outside the annual lottery, giving you a more reliable path beyond your OPT period.
Highlight ACGME-accredited fellowship training in applications
Completing a geriatric psychiatry fellowship signals serious commitment to the subspecialty. Employers investing in immigration sponsorship want long-term hires. Fellowship credentials reduce perceived hiring risk and strengthen the case for sponsoring your visa status.
Understand STEM OPT eligibility based on your degree
If your qualifying U.S. degree is in a STEM-designated field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your Classification of Instructional Programs code with your DSO, as this significantly extends your authorized work period.
Engage physician-specific recruiters who understand immigration
General recruiters often mishandle OPT conversations. Seek out physician placement specialists experienced with international medical graduates. They understand licensing timelines, USMLE requirements, and can advocate for sponsorship with institutional employers on your behalf.
Geriatric Psychiatrist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a geriatric psychiatrist on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes, for the duration of your OPT authorization, you can work without your employer filing any immigration petition on your behalf. OPT is granted by USCIS and authorized through your EAD card. However, to continue working beyond your OPT period, you will need your employer to sponsor you for an H-1B or another nonimmigrant status before your EAD expires.
Are geriatric psychiatrist employers generally willing to sponsor OPT-to-H-1B transitions?
Yes. Geriatric psychiatry faces a well-documented physician shortage, which makes employers strongly motivated to retain qualified candidates regardless of immigration status. Large hospital systems, VA facilities, and academic medical centers regularly sponsor physicians for H-1B status and are accustomed to managing the process. Independent private practices are less predictable. Filtering employers by sponsorship history before applying saves significant time.
Where can I find geriatric psychiatrist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students and filters job listings by visa sponsorship willingness. Searching there surfaces geriatric psychiatrist roles at institutions already open to candidates on OPT or requiring H-1B sponsorship, which saves you from applying to positions where your work authorization will be an obstacle from the start.
Does my geriatric psychiatry fellowship count toward STEM OPT extension eligibility?
STEM OPT eligibility is tied to your qualifying U.S. degree, not your fellowship training. If your underlying degree, such as an M.D. or Ph.D., was earned from a U.S. institution under a STEM-designated CIP code, you may qualify for the 24-month extension. Confirm with your Designated School Official, as medical degrees do not automatically qualify under all institutional classifications.
Can I start a geriatric psychiatrist role before my EAD card physically arrives?
No. You must have your Employment Authorization Document in hand before beginning work. USCIS processing times for EAD cards can run 3 to 5 months from the date your OPT application is filed. Apply as early as 90 days before your program end date to avoid a gap between graduation and your authorized start date.