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Graduate roles on OPT span research, engineering, business analysis, and consulting, giving F-1 students a direct path to apply their degree in a professional setting. Most Graduate programs align well with the 12-month standard OPT period, and STEM-eligible graduates can extend to 36 months with E-Verify employers.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - Aurora, CO
Department: Respiratory Care Main
FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Nights
Pay: $31.61 - $47.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Respiratory Therapist-Colorado
- BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NRP obtained within 1 year if assigned to NICU; tracked on unit.
- PALS within 1 year if assigned to ED; tracked on unit.
Responsibilities:
- Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care environment utilizing respiratory therapy protocols and best practices to promote optimized care
- Values and effectively partners with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional care outcomes
- Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice
- Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth
- Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
- Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care
Respiratory Therapist (new grad):
For our newly graduated RT's, we offer programs that provide mentoring and professional development to increase competency and proficiency at the point of care.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
Benefits:
UCHealth invests in its Workforce.
UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years' employment.
UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:
- Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
- 403(b) with employer matching contributions
- Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
- Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options
- Employer paid short term disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options
- Wellness benefits
- Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs
- Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year
Loan Repayment:
UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - Aurora, CO
Department: Respiratory Care Main
FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Nights
Pay: $31.61 - $47.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Respiratory Therapist-Colorado
- BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NRP obtained within 1 year if assigned to NICU; tracked on unit.
- PALS within 1 year if assigned to ED; tracked on unit.
Responsibilities:
- Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care environment utilizing respiratory therapy protocols and best practices to promote optimized care
- Values and effectively partners with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional care outcomes
- Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice
- Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth
- Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
- Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care
Respiratory Therapist (new grad):
For our newly graduated RT's, we offer programs that provide mentoring and professional development to increase competency and proficiency at the point of care.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
Benefits:
UCHealth invests in its Workforce.
UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years' employment.
UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:
- Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
- 403(b) with employer matching contributions
- Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
- Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options
- Employer paid short term disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options
- Wellness benefits
- Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs
- Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year
Loan Repayment:
UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Graduate
Confirm your OPT start date before applying
Graduate programs often have fixed cohort start dates. Make sure your OPT authorization period begins before or on the program's first day, or your EAD won't cover you from day one, which disqualifies you immediately.
Target STEM-designated programs if you have a STEM degree
If your degree falls under a STEM CIP code, prioritize employers enrolled in E-Verify. That unlocks the 24-month OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months total to work and pursue H-1B visa sponsorship.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage
Many Graduate programs run on a two to three year track before conversion. Ask HR directly whether the company sponsors H-1B before you accept, so you know your long-term options while OPT is still active.
Align your Graduate role with your degree field
OPT requires employment directly related to your major area of study. A Graduate engineering role for a computer science graduate is straightforward, but a mismatched role could jeopardize your authorization status with your DSO.
Report your employer to your DSO within 10 days
Once you start a Graduate position, you must report your employer name, address, and job title to your DSO within 10 days. Failure to update SEVIS is one of the most common OPT compliance violations.
Apply early to account for EAD processing times
USCIS currently takes two to four months to process EAD applications. If a Graduate program has a firm start date, calculate backward and file as soon as your application window opens to avoid gaps.
Graduate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in a Graduate role on OPT without an H-1B?
Yes. OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization after graduation without needing an H-1B. If your degree is STEM-eligible and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for a 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months total to work in a Graduate role before needing a different visa.
Do Graduate programs count as qualifying OPT employment?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your major field of study. Graduate rotational programs, analyst tracks, and associate engineer positions all qualify when they align with your degree. Your DSO can confirm whether a specific role meets the requirement before you accept an offer.
What happens if my OPT expires before my Graduate program ends?
If your OPT expires and you don't have an extension or a new visa status, you must stop working immediately. The most common solutions are applying for a STEM OPT extension if eligible, transitioning to H-1B status if your employer sponsors it, or returning to school for a higher degree to restart OPT eligibility.
Where can I find Graduate jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters Graduate roles by visa sponsorship willingness and E-Verify status. That saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process. You can browse current Graduate openings directly on Migrate Mate.
Can I do a Graduate rotational program on OPT if I rotate between locations?
Yes, but each location change may need to be reported to your DSO, and if a rotation moves you to a different legal entity within the company, your employer details in SEVIS must be updated. Confirm with your DSO and HR before each rotation to stay compliant throughout your OPT period.