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Gynecologist roles on OPT require ACGME-accredited residency completion and full state medical licensure before you can practice independently. Most positions are offered through hospital systems and academic medical centers, many of which have established J-1 visa and H-1B visa sponsorship pipelines that align well with OPT and STEM OPT timelines.
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Get Access To All JobsAs Inova Health System expands our Women’s Health services, we are seeking a dynamic OB/GYN Physician to join our team in Woodbridge, Virginia! This is Inova's newest OB/GYN practice and opened its doors full-time in December 2025. This role will be full-time. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available. Inova Women’s Services has one of the largest obstetric programs in the metropolitan Washington, D.C., area with more than 10,000 births at Inova Women’s Hospital, and a total of more than 20,000 across the entire Inova system. Inova’s Gynecology program is nationally ranked by US News & World Report. We have dedicated operating rooms as well as recovery facilities and have access to the latest clinical trials and state of the art technology. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Physician Led Organization: Potential for Physician leadership opportunities
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Competitive Compensation Package: Competitive Base and Incentive program, opportunities for Sign On/Retention/Relocation
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day. 457B retirement plan is also available for physicians in a 0.5 FTE and greater
- CME Support: Up to $3,500 a year for CME support and up to 5 days of CME
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off and paid parental leave
- Additional Benefits: licensure and DEA reimbursement
OB/GYN Physician Job Responsibilities:
- Physicians in this role function as OB/GYN Generalists
- Inpatient and outpatient OB/GYN practice
- Provide medical care for patients seeking advanced family planning options
- Conduct regular gynecologic exams
- Provide prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal care
- Manage high risk OB patients and/or consults with Maternal Fetal Medicine
- Manage labor and delivery processes
- Diagnose and treat gynecologic conditions
- Maintains a consultative relationship with multidisciplinary team
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Doctor of Medicine degree from an accredited institution. Board eligible or board certified in OB/GYN.
- Experience: successful completion of Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program.
- Licensure: Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Virginia.
- Payor Credentialing: Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors and Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
- Medical Staff Credentialing: Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: board certification in OB/GYN is preferred.
- Experience: two or more years of experience after residency is strongly preferred.
Position Details:
- Office Location: 14605 Potomac Branch Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191
- Hospital Location: Inova Alexandria Hospital – 4320 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 - NEW location opening 2028: Future Inova Alexandria Hospital at the former Landmark Mall location | Inova
- Schedule: full-time
About Inova Alexandria Hospital:
- Antenatal Testing Center on site
- 24/7 in-house anesthesiology
- Level III NICU on site
- Magnet hospital for nursing
- 13 labor and delivery beds, 3 c-section suites
- "A" from The Leapfrog Group's Hospital Safety Grade
- Inova’s Eastern Region is expanding! Inova Alexandria Hospital’s childbirth services will be moving to a brand new, state of the art location in 2028.
As Inova Health System expands our Women’s Health services, we are seeking a dynamic OB/GYN Physician to join our team in Woodbridge, Virginia! This is Inova's newest OB/GYN practice and opened its doors full-time in December 2025. This role will be full-time. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available. Inova Women’s Services has one of the largest obstetric programs in the metropolitan Washington, D.C., area with more than 10,000 births at Inova Women’s Hospital, and a total of more than 20,000 across the entire Inova system. Inova’s Gynecology program is nationally ranked by US News & World Report. We have dedicated operating rooms as well as recovery facilities and have access to the latest clinical trials and state of the art technology. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Physician Led Organization: Potential for Physician leadership opportunities
- Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Competitive Compensation Package: Competitive Base and Incentive program, opportunities for Sign On/Retention/Relocation
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day. 457B retirement plan is also available for physicians in a 0.5 FTE and greater
- CME Support: Up to $3,500 a year for CME support and up to 5 days of CME
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off and paid parental leave
- Additional Benefits: licensure and DEA reimbursement
OB/GYN Physician Job Responsibilities:
- Physicians in this role function as OB/GYN Generalists
- Inpatient and outpatient OB/GYN practice
- Provide medical care for patients seeking advanced family planning options
- Conduct regular gynecologic exams
- Provide prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal care
- Manage high risk OB patients and/or consults with Maternal Fetal Medicine
- Manage labor and delivery processes
- Diagnose and treat gynecologic conditions
- Maintains a consultative relationship with multidisciplinary team
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Doctor of Medicine degree from an accredited institution. Board eligible or board certified in OB/GYN.
- Experience: successful completion of Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program.
- Licensure: Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Virginia.
- Payor Credentialing: Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors and Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
- Medical Staff Credentialing: Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: board certification in OB/GYN is preferred.
- Experience: two or more years of experience after residency is strongly preferred.
Position Details:
- Office Location: 14605 Potomac Branch Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191
- Hospital Location: Inova Alexandria Hospital – 4320 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 - NEW location opening 2028: Future Inova Alexandria Hospital at the former Landmark Mall location | Inova
- Schedule: full-time
About Inova Alexandria Hospital:
- Antenatal Testing Center on site
- 24/7 in-house anesthesiology
- Level III NICU on site
- Magnet hospital for nursing
- 13 labor and delivery beds, 3 c-section suites
- "A" from The Leapfrog Group's Hospital Safety Grade
- Inova’s Eastern Region is expanding! Inova Alexandria Hospital’s childbirth services will be moving to a brand new, state of the art location in 2028.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Gynecologist
Target academic medical centers first
University-affiliated hospitals and teaching institutions sponsor international physicians at higher rates than private practices. They have dedicated immigration support teams familiar with OPT authorization requirements and established pathways to H-1B visa or J-1 visa sponsorship after your OPT period ends.
Confirm your ECFMG certification is current
Employers sponsoring OPT gynecologists will verify your Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certification before extending an offer. Ensure your ECFMG status is active and your USMLE scores are on file before applying to avoid delays in the hiring process.
Address OPT authorization proactively in your application
Include your OPT EAD card details and authorized work period in your cover letter. Hospital recruiters often screen out candidates with unclear work authorization. Being upfront reduces friction and signals you understand the sponsorship timeline they will need to plan around.
Apply before your OPT clock runs low
Hospital credentialing for physicians takes 60 to 90 days minimum. Apply for gynecologist roles at least four to six months before your OPT expires so there is enough runway for credentialing, offer negotiation, and your employer to initiate H-1B or J-1 sponsorship paperwork.
Explore J-1 waiver opportunities in underserved areas
If you completed a J-1 residency, National Interest Waiver and Conrad 30 programs allow gynecologists to waive the two-year home residency requirement by committing to practice in a Health Professional Shortage Area, which many hospital systems use as a direct sponsorship pathway.
Get your state medical license before the interview stage
Hospitals will not extend employment offers to physicians who lack state licensure in the practice location. Begin the licensing application in your target state immediately after residency match, as processing can take three to six months and directly affects your OPT start timeline.
Gynecologist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a gynecologist on OPT without a medical license?
No. OPT authorizes you to work in your field of study, but state law governs medical practice independently. You must hold an active, unrestricted medical license in the state where you will practice before starting employment. OPT authorization alone does not permit you to see patients or perform procedures as a licensed physician.
Do gynecologist employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Yes, most hospital systems and academic medical centers that hire international physicians on OPT have established H-1B sponsorship programs. Physician roles generally qualify as specialty occupations, and many large health systems file H-1B petitions well before OPT expiration. Ask specifically about their sponsorship track record during the interview process and clarify who covers filing costs.
Does a gynecology residency qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on how your degree is classified in SEVIS. Most MD degrees are not categorized under a STEM-designated CIP code, which means standard OPT of 12 months applies rather than the 24-month STEM extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before counting on a STEM extension as part of your employment timeline planning.
Where can I find gynecologist jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by employers with a demonstrated history of sponsoring international physicians. Searching on Migrate Mate surfaces gynecologist openings at hospital systems and academic medical centers that are actively hiring OPT candidates, saving time you would otherwise spend researching each employer's sponsorship history individually.
Can I start a gynecologist fellowship on OPT after residency?
Yes, if the fellowship is in a clinical subspecialty directly related to your degree field and your OPT period is still active or you are within the 60-day grace period. Fellowship programs at ACGME-accredited institutions often have experience with OPT trainees and can initiate J-1 or H-1B sponsorship for the fellowship term. Coordinate with your DSO and the fellowship coordinator early to align authorization timelines.