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Healthcare roles in the U.S. are among the most OPT-compatible fields available, with strong employer demand across hospitals, clinics, research institutions, and public health agencies. Most positions align with STEM OPT extension eligibility for graduates in biology, public health, or health informatics, giving you up to three years of authorized work.
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08/07/2026
Location: 68639 Bannock Road, St Clairsville, Ohio, 43950-9736, United States of America
As a Healthcare Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a Healthcare Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) who must be an ambitious, operationally-focused and results-driven leader. You will directly impact patient care as the trusted front-line leader in an outpatient clinic setting. Health care experience is not required!
What you can expect as a Healthcare Operations Manager:
- Patients come first. You have an opportunity to build on your relationship with your patients, while also continuously improving their health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.
- Meaningful Workday - EVERY Day. You'll go home every day knowing you are making a difference in patients' lives and that you are developing your team to reach their full potential.
- Available when the clinic is open.
- Lead a Team. Develop, mentor and inspire a cross-functional clinical team (census dependent on state laws) to deliver the best for our patients, teammates and community.
- Financial Management. Manage complete operation and performance of the clinic: adhere to budget, forecast expenses, manage vendor relationships, order supplies, and monitor compliance.
- Autonomy. It's your clinic to run. You aren't alone though. You will have the support and guidance of your director, regional peers and the greater company to help you manage your facility. We foster entrepreneurs and those who seek to continuously improve.
- Culture & Growth. Our values are not just written in a book somewhere, but are an intentional part of everything we do. As leaders, you are able to reward others for demonstrating those shared beliefs and behaviors, and in turn, we intend to do the same for you.
- Partner with Regional Operations Director to identify and address employee and patient concerns to drive towards Regional goals and standards.
Now is your time to explore your next journey-at DaVita.
What you can expect:
- Lead a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
- DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
- We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training and more.
- DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance and so much more!
Requirements
- Associates degree preferred, unless required by state or local laws; Bachelor's degree in related area strongly preferred
- Minimum of one year experience required in management (healthcare, business, or military) or equivalent renal experience (nurse, dietitian, social worker, LPN, etc.) at discretion of DVP and/or ROD
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse if required by state of employment
- Current CPR certification required (or certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire or change in position)
- Other qualifications and combinations of skills may be considered at discretion of ROD and/or Divisional Vice President
- Collaboration is a must to be successful in this role. You will be working with clinical and financial teams on a daily basis to produce results that align to business needs.
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Beware of Recruitment Fraud
DaVita will never ask for payment or personal financial information at any point in the hiring process, nor will we ever communicate with you using email addresses outside of the DaVita secure network. If you receive a request like this, it is not legitimate. Do not share your information.
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Posting Date
08/07/2026
Location: 68639 Bannock Road, St Clairsville, Ohio, 43950-9736, United States of America
As a Healthcare Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a Healthcare Operations Manager (Facility Administrator) who must be an ambitious, operationally-focused and results-driven leader. You will directly impact patient care as the trusted front-line leader in an outpatient clinic setting. Health care experience is not required!
What you can expect as a Healthcare Operations Manager:
- Patients come first. You have an opportunity to build on your relationship with your patients, while also continuously improving their health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.
- Meaningful Workday - EVERY Day. You'll go home every day knowing you are making a difference in patients' lives and that you are developing your team to reach their full potential.
- Available when the clinic is open.
- Lead a Team. Develop, mentor and inspire a cross-functional clinical team (census dependent on state laws) to deliver the best for our patients, teammates and community.
- Financial Management. Manage complete operation and performance of the clinic: adhere to budget, forecast expenses, manage vendor relationships, order supplies, and monitor compliance.
- Autonomy. It's your clinic to run. You aren't alone though. You will have the support and guidance of your director, regional peers and the greater company to help you manage your facility. We foster entrepreneurs and those who seek to continuously improve.
- Culture & Growth. Our values are not just written in a book somewhere, but are an intentional part of everything we do. As leaders, you are able to reward others for demonstrating those shared beliefs and behaviors, and in turn, we intend to do the same for you.
- Partner with Regional Operations Director to identify and address employee and patient concerns to drive towards Regional goals and standards.
Now is your time to explore your next journey-at DaVita.
What you can expect:
- Lead a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
- DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
- We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training and more.
- DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance and so much more!
Requirements
- Associates degree preferred, unless required by state or local laws; Bachelor's degree in related area strongly preferred
- Minimum of one year experience required in management (healthcare, business, or military) or equivalent renal experience (nurse, dietitian, social worker, LPN, etc.) at discretion of DVP and/or ROD
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse if required by state of employment
- Current CPR certification required (or certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire or change in position)
- Other qualifications and combinations of skills may be considered at discretion of ROD and/or Divisional Vice President
- Collaboration is a must to be successful in this role. You will be working with clinical and financial teams on a daily basis to produce results that align to business needs.
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
LI-TC1
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Beware of Recruitment Fraud
DaVita will never ask for payment or personal financial information at any point in the hiring process, nor will we ever communicate with you using email addresses outside of the DaVita secure network. If you receive a request like this, it is not legitimate. Do not share your information.
Career Growth - From clinical and operations to corporate jobs, our learning and development programs help guide your career journey.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Healthcare
Clarify your OPT authorization type upfront
Tell recruiters whether you're on standard 12-month OPT or a STEM extension. Healthcare employers, especially hospitals, need to verify your work authorization before onboarding. Being clear early prevents delays and signals that you understand the process.
Target STEM-designated healthcare programs
Degrees in public health, biomedical science, health informatics, and clinical research often carry STEM CIP codes, making you eligible for a 24-month extension. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before applying to roles requiring long-term commitment.
Focus on research and non-clinical roles first
Direct patient care roles often require U.S. licensure that takes time to obtain. Healthcare research, data analysis, care coordination, and public health roles typically have fewer credentialing barriers and are more accessible to F-1 OPT students immediately.
Align your job description with your degree field
USCIS requires OPT employment to be directly related to your major. A public health graduate working in healthcare operations fits. A computer science graduate in the same role may not qualify. Ask your DSO to review your offer letter before accepting.
Track your unemployment days carefully
F-1 OPT students are limited to 90 cumulative days of unemployment on standard OPT, and 150 days on a STEM extension. Healthcare hiring can move slowly due to credentialing. Start applying early to avoid gaps that could jeopardize your status.
Request a support letter addressing your OPT status
Some healthcare employers, particularly large hospital systems, have legal or HR teams that review international hiring. A brief letter from your DSO explaining OPT authorization and the STEM extension timeline can address concerns before they become obstacles.
Healthcare OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work in clinical healthcare roles?
It depends on the role. Non-clinical positions, including health data analysis, care coordination, public health research, and healthcare administration, are generally accessible on OPT without additional licensure. Direct patient care roles, such as nursing or physical therapy, typically require U.S. state licensure first. Many students pursue clinical roles after completing licensure requirements during their OPT period.
Do healthcare jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. Degrees in public health, biomedical science, health informatics, and clinical laboratory science often qualify. Your Designated School Official can confirm whether your specific program is STEM-designated. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree field for the extension to apply.
Where can I find healthcare employers who hire OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters healthcare jobs by sponsorship and work authorization compatibility. Searching there connects you with employers already open to OPT candidates, which saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering authorization issues late in the hiring process.
How should I handle OPT authorization questions in healthcare interviews?
Be direct and prepared. Know your OPT end date, whether you qualify for a STEM extension, and how long your total authorized work period lasts. Healthcare HR teams often have specific questions about work authorization timelines because of onboarding and credentialing lead times. Having a one-page summary from your DSO ready can make the conversation straightforward.
What happens if my OPT expires while I'm waiting for healthcare licensure?
This is a real risk. Licensure timelines for roles like nursing or occupational therapy can extend beyond your OPT authorization window. If you're pursuing licensure, prioritize roles that don't require it initially, or work with your employer on an H-1B visa or other sponsorship path before your OPT ends. Starting that conversation early gives you more options.