OPT Medical Office Assistant Jobs
Medical Office Assistant jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with healthcare administration, health information management, or medical billing backgrounds. OPT authorizes up to 12 months of full-time work, with STEM OPT extensions available for qualifying degrees. Most roles offer structured schedules that align well with OPT reporting requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsFacility: Sisters of Charity Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days
Hours:
Monday-Friday alternating shifts 800-1600, 830-1630, 900-1700
Summary
The Medical Office Assistant provides assistance to providers in preparing for patient examinations and clinical procedures. Preparation for patient exams and clinical procedures include acquiring the patient's weight, blood pressure, heart rate and EKG to give to the provider for their review. The Medical Office Assistant will also be responsible for providing all support functions to include scheduling, registration/receptionist services for the Cardiology Clinic.
Responsibilities:
Education
- Associate's Degree as a Medical Assistant, or completed an equivalent training program required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Credential as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred
Experience
- One (1) year secretarial/receptionist experience in a hospital, primary care clinic or physician's office required. If there are no applicants with one year of experience, the Hospital will then consider applicants who possess working knowledge of medical terminology, basic patient care and medical office practice and procedures acquired through a school program required.
- Two (2) years of experience in a medical office setting as a Medical Office Assistant preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Answer telephones
- Compile statistics
- Compose letters/memorandums
- Establish filing systems
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain filing systems
- Maintain logs
- Proofread documents
- Research information
- Schedule appointments
- Knowledge of basic patient care and medical office practice and procedures
- Schedules appointments
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain patient charts
- Computer equipment
- Diagnostic equipment
- Fax
- Performs EKGs for provider to interpret
- Obtain, communicate and record Vitals (Heart Rate, Blood Pressure and Weight) in EMR
- Personal computer
- Photocopier
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
- May be exposed to toxic chemicals (i.e. photocopier)
- Subject to many interruptions, varying and unpredictable situations
- Increased pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries
- Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements
- Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
- Handles emergency or crisis situations, absent replacement on short notice
- May perform emergency care
- Occasionally subjected to irregular hours
- Flexibility in scheduled working hours/days to meet needs of department
- Days and hours may change to meet the needs of the position
Facility: Sisters of Charity Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days
Hours:
Monday-Friday alternating shifts 800-1600, 830-1630, 900-1700
Summary
The Medical Office Assistant provides assistance to providers in preparing for patient examinations and clinical procedures. Preparation for patient exams and clinical procedures include acquiring the patient's weight, blood pressure, heart rate and EKG to give to the provider for their review. The Medical Office Assistant will also be responsible for providing all support functions to include scheduling, registration/receptionist services for the Cardiology Clinic.
Responsibilities:
Education
- Associate's Degree as a Medical Assistant, or completed an equivalent training program required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Credential as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred
Experience
- One (1) year secretarial/receptionist experience in a hospital, primary care clinic or physician's office required. If there are no applicants with one year of experience, the Hospital will then consider applicants who possess working knowledge of medical terminology, basic patient care and medical office practice and procedures acquired through a school program required.
- Two (2) years of experience in a medical office setting as a Medical Office Assistant preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Answer telephones
- Compile statistics
- Compose letters/memorandums
- Establish filing systems
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain filing systems
- Maintain logs
- Proofread documents
- Research information
- Schedule appointments
- Knowledge of basic patient care and medical office practice and procedures
- Schedules appointments
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain patient charts
- Computer equipment
- Diagnostic equipment
- Fax
- Performs EKGs for provider to interpret
- Obtain, communicate and record Vitals (Heart Rate, Blood Pressure and Weight) in EMR
- Personal computer
- Photocopier
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
- May be exposed to toxic chemicals (i.e. photocopier)
- Subject to many interruptions, varying and unpredictable situations
- Increased pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries
- Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements
- Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
- Handles emergency or crisis situations, absent replacement on short notice
- May perform emergency care
- Occasionally subjected to irregular hours
- Flexibility in scheduled working hours/days to meet needs of department
- Days and hours may change to meet the needs of the position
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Medical Office Assistant
Target healthcare networks over solo practices
Large hospital systems, urgent care chains, and multi-location clinics have dedicated HR teams familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller solo practices often lack the administrative capacity to navigate employment verification requirements, reducing your chances of a smooth onboarding.
Highlight your EHR software experience clearly
Proficiency in Epic, Cerner, or Meditech signals you can contribute from day one. List specific systems on your resume rather than a generic reference to electronic health records. Employers screening medical office candidates prioritize candidates who require minimal software training.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Before your first interview, know your OPT start date, end date, and whether you qualify for a STEM extension. Employers appreciate candidates who can clearly explain their authorization window, as it helps them plan onboarding and determine whether H-1B visa sponsorship is a future consideration.
Pursue medical billing or coding credentials
A Certified Professional Coder or Certified Medical Administrative Assistant credential strengthens your profile considerably. These certifications are recognized across healthcare employers and demonstrate commitment to the field, which can offset employer hesitation about sponsoring a candidate after your OPT period ends.
Emphasize HIPAA compliance training in applications
Healthcare employers treat HIPAA knowledge as a baseline expectation, not a differentiator. If your academic program included HIPAA training or a relevant practicum, state it explicitly in your cover letter. It removes a common concern employers have when hiring candidates without prior U.S. clinical office experience.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly postings
Not every medical office posting is open to OPT candidates. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers actively willing to hire international students, saving you from applying to positions where authorization requirements will disqualify you before a recruiter even reviews your resume.
Medical Office Assistant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Medical Office Assistant on F-1 OPT?
Yes, Medical Office Assistant roles qualify for F-1 OPT as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in health information management, healthcare administration, medical billing, or allied health fields typically satisfy the relatedness requirement. You must have an active EAD card before your start date, and your employer must verify it through the standard I-9 process.
Do Medical Office Assistant employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship varies significantly. Large healthcare systems and hospital networks are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas than independent clinics or small practices, which often lack HR infrastructure for the process. During your job search on Migrate Mate, prioritize employers with a history of hiring international staff. Demonstrating strong performance during your OPT period is the most reliable path to a sponsorship conversation.
Is a Medical Office Assistant role eligible for a STEM OPT extension?
STEM OPT extensions apply to degrees on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, which includes fields like health informatics and health information management. Standard healthcare administration degrees may not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code against the official DHS list and confirm with your DSO before assuming you are eligible. If you do qualify, you get an additional 24 months of work authorization.
What documents do I need to start a Medical Office Assistant job on OPT?
You need your EAD card, valid passport, and I-20 with your DSO's OPT authorization signature. Your employer will complete Form I-9 on or before your first day of work. You cannot begin working before your EAD start date, even if your offer letter precedes it. Keep copies of all documents and update your SEVIS record within 10 days of starting the position.
How do I find Medical Office Assistant jobs that accept OPT candidates?
The most efficient approach is using Migrate Mate, which is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to international candidates. General job boards require manually screening each posting for work authorization language, which is time-consuming and often unclear. Migrate Mate eliminates that step so you can focus on applications where your OPT status is already acceptable to the employer.