OPT Neonatologist Jobs
Neonatologist jobs on OPT require a completed U.S. medical residency and fellowship, making this one of the longer training-to-practice paths for F-1 students. Most positions are hospital-based, and many health systems have experience sponsoring H-1B visas, which makes the transition from OPT STEM or standard OPT more straightforward than in other specialties.
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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00050255
Job Category:
Clinician
Organization:
SOM-Peds-Neonatology
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
PRN - Neonatologist - Department of Pediatrics
Job Summary:
To provide 24-hour health care. To assist in coordinating, scheduling, and administration of health care on one or more designated clinics, infirmary, and/or hospital.
Education & Experience
Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Medicine and licensed to practice medicine in the State of Mississippi or eligible to be licensed to practice medicine in the state of Mississippi.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: Holder of medical license, or eligibility to be licensed, to practice medicine in the State Of Mississippi
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Subject to irregular hours and weekends as needed. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, infection, and radiation.
Responsibilities
- Provides comprehensive medical care for the inmate population of the Mississippi department of corrections.
- Supervises and directs subordinates, such as licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, nurse assistants, lab and radiology personnel, and other medical staff in the care and treatment of patients.
- Requests necessary laboratory tests for the purposes of appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
- Requests necessary radiographic studies for the purpose of appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Available for rotational call schedule to address after-hour emergencies.
- Adherence to all pertinent policies and procedures of U.M.M.C and M.D.O.C. performs any tasks necessary to maintain high standards of a clinical operation and patient care.
- Organizes and conducts general or specialized diagnostic and/or treatment clinics.
- Renders consultative services in health matters to other staff members, public officials, voluntary health agencies, committees, organizations, and professional groups.
- Plans and conducts various control and treatment programs, which may include specialized areas such as epidemiologic investigations.
- Organizes, conducts, and supervises chronic care clinics and treatment programs.
- Encourages and emphasizes health education. Prepares and keeps necessary records and reports as may be indicated.
- The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, frequent working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, occasional standing, frequent twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
No
Pay Class:
Hourly
FTE %:
0
Work Shift:
Rotating
Benefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
No
Job Posting Date:
04/30/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00050255
Job Category:
Clinician
Organization:
SOM-Peds-Neonatology
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
PRN - Neonatologist - Department of Pediatrics
Job Summary:
To provide 24-hour health care. To assist in coordinating, scheduling, and administration of health care on one or more designated clinics, infirmary, and/or hospital.
Education & Experience
Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Medicine and licensed to practice medicine in the State of Mississippi or eligible to be licensed to practice medicine in the state of Mississippi.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: Holder of medical license, or eligibility to be licensed, to practice medicine in the State Of Mississippi
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Subject to irregular hours and weekends as needed. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, infection, and radiation.
Responsibilities
- Provides comprehensive medical care for the inmate population of the Mississippi department of corrections.
- Supervises and directs subordinates, such as licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, nurse assistants, lab and radiology personnel, and other medical staff in the care and treatment of patients.
- Requests necessary laboratory tests for the purposes of appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
- Requests necessary radiographic studies for the purpose of appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Available for rotational call schedule to address after-hour emergencies.
- Adherence to all pertinent policies and procedures of U.M.M.C and M.D.O.C. performs any tasks necessary to maintain high standards of a clinical operation and patient care.
- Organizes and conducts general or specialized diagnostic and/or treatment clinics.
- Renders consultative services in health matters to other staff members, public officials, voluntary health agencies, committees, organizations, and professional groups.
- Plans and conducts various control and treatment programs, which may include specialized areas such as epidemiologic investigations.
- Organizes, conducts, and supervises chronic care clinics and treatment programs.
- Encourages and emphasizes health education. Prepares and keeps necessary records and reports as may be indicated.
- The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, frequent working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, occasional standing, frequent twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
No
Pay Class:
Hourly
FTE %:
0
Work Shift:
Rotating
Benefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
No
Job Posting Date:
04/30/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Neonatologist
Confirm your OPT authorization covers clinical work
Neonatology roles involve direct patient care, which counts as practical training under OPT. Ensure your EAD is active and your employer is properly listed with your DSO before you begin seeing patients independently or supervising residents.
Target health systems with established J-1 and H-1B pipelines
Large academic medical centers and children's hospitals regularly sponsor international physicians. These institutions have immigration counsel on staff and understand the visa process, making them far more likely to sponsor your H-1B after OPT ends.
Start H-1B conversations during your fellowship, not after
OPT has a fixed endpoint. Raising sponsorship with your program director or department chair 12 to 18 months before your authorization expires gives HR and legal counsel enough time to prepare the petition without rushed timelines.
Understand how your training timeline intersects with OPT
Neonatology fellowship typically runs two to three years. If your OPT begins mid-fellowship, track expiration carefully. Some fellows bridge on cap-exempt H-1B through their teaching hospital before transitioning to a standard H-1B.
Get board certification on track before OPT expires
Neonatologist positions almost universally require or strongly prefer board certification in neonatal-perinatal medicine. Employers are more willing to sponsor candidates who are board-eligible or certified, as it reduces hiring risk during the visa process.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly neonatology openings
Neonatologist roles that explicitly welcome OPT applicants are not always easy to find. Browse Migrate Mate to filter positions by visa sponsorship willingness, saving time you would otherwise spend screening roles that exclude international candidates upfront.
Neonatologist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a neonatologist on OPT without an H-1B?
Yes, if your EAD is active and your position is directly related to your field of study, you can work as a neonatologist during your OPT period. However, neonatology is a long-training specialty, so most F-1 students reach this stage after residency and fellowship, leaving limited OPT time. Coordinating your OPT start date carefully with your program and DSO is essential.
Does neonatology qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Neonatology itself is a medical specialty, and whether it qualifies for STEM OPT depends on the CIP code associated with your degree. Medical degrees classified under certain biological science or biomedical engineering codes may qualify, but many MD programs do not fall on the STEM OPT eligible list. Check with your DSO to confirm your specific degree's eligibility before assuming a 24-month extension is available.
How do I find neonatologist jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
The most efficient approach is to focus your search on positions that explicitly indicate openness to visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, allowing you to browse neonatologist openings filtered by sponsorship availability. Academic children's hospitals and large health systems are also worth targeting directly, as they sponsor international physicians regularly and often have streamlined processes for H-1B petitions after OPT.
What happens to my OPT status if my neonatology fellowship changes programs?
Changing fellowship programs constitutes a change of employer under OPT rules. You must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record. If you have a STEM OPT extension, your new employer must also submit a new Form I-983 training plan. Failing to report the change can jeopardize your OPT authorization, so act immediately when any program transition occurs.
Can a neonatologist on OPT work at multiple hospitals or as an independent contractor?
OPT permits multiple concurrent employers as long as each position is directly related to your field of study and you work at least 20 hours per week in aggregate. However, independent contractor arrangements require careful documentation, particularly under STEM OPT, where each employer must sign a training plan. Self-employment is generally not permitted under standard OPT. Consult your DSO before accepting per diem or locum tenens arrangements.