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Nursing Attendant jobs on OPT are available across hospitals, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers. Most roles require a CNA certification alongside your degree. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your field of study, so confirm your DSO has the right employer details before you start.
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The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.
- Application Opening: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Application Deadline: Application filing will close on or after Friday, September 25, 2026
- Salary: $44.0375 - $53.5625/Hourly
- Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt
- Recruitment ID: TEX-2520-REF61027Z
- Work Arrangement: Onsite
Becoming a City employee means being a part of a team that cares about making a difference. Your work will shape both the present and future of San Francisco. When you work for the City, you’re choosing a job with purpose. The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. Fulfilling this mission requires employees working across our hospitals, clinics, programs, and offices to deliver services and support the communities we serve. Individuals interested in joining SFDPH should expect to work in person across these settings. The San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration are the core divisions of SFDPH. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. The applicant pool resulting from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future and current vacancies in this class at other locations within the DPH.
Job Description
Under supervision, transfers remains of deceased persons and surgical specimens to autopsy room and prepares bodies for post-mortem examinations and assists with autopsy procedures; prepares and releases bodies to morticians; keeps morgue and autopsy room and equipment in clean and orderly condition; and performs related duties as required. Nature of work involves considerable physical effort and manual dexterity with considerable exposure to disagreeable working conditions. Based on department and operational needs, may need to work weekends, sick days, holidays and vacation. The essential duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Brings bodies of deceased persons from ward, and patient rooms to morgue and refrigerated compartments
- Wraps bodies in sheets and places in refrigerated compartment
- Checks storage box for proper temperature, anatomical position, and proper identification of body
- Prepares bodies for release to authorized parties after post-mortem examination by aspirating fluids and cleaning bodies according to facility procedures
- Receives animal specimens and prepares them for examination, performs specimen dissection, and prepares tissue for testing at a reference laboratory
- Cleans autopsy room
- Delivers soiled linen to laundry, returns clean linen to morgue and storage room, and performs disposal of chemical and biological waste
- Logs information of deceased patients into hospital morgue database
- Prepares deceased individuals for family viewing
The 2520 Morgue Attendant may perform other duties as assigned/required. Nature of Work: Involves considerable physical effort and manual dexterity with considerable exposure to disagreeable working conditions. Please note that incumbents in this classification may be required to perform duties as listed in the class specification, which can be found on DHR’s website.
Qualifications
Education: Possession of an associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent courses with concentration in Biological Sciences and Anatomy from an accredited college or university; AND
Experience: Six (6) months of experience conducting autopsies or surgical grossing in a hospital or medical examiner setting.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week).
VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education or experience verification is required, information on how to verify education and experience requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at the SF Careers website.
Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
Additional Information
Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:
Information About the Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Worker
ADA Accommodation
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
* Diversity Statement
Where to Apply
All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account. Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110. Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@smartrecruiters.com that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records.
Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Katrina Navarro at Katrina.Navarro@sfdph.org or (628) 271-6717.
We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. By applying, you accept the Trust and Privacy Policy and you may opt out of text messaging anytime.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
Company Description
The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.
- Application Opening: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Application Deadline: Application filing will close on or after Friday, September 25, 2026
- Salary: $44.0375 - $53.5625/Hourly
- Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt
- Recruitment ID: TEX-2520-REF61027Z
- Work Arrangement: Onsite
Becoming a City employee means being a part of a team that cares about making a difference. Your work will shape both the present and future of San Francisco. When you work for the City, you’re choosing a job with purpose. The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. Fulfilling this mission requires employees working across our hospitals, clinics, programs, and offices to deliver services and support the communities we serve. Individuals interested in joining SFDPH should expect to work in person across these settings. The San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration are the core divisions of SFDPH. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. The applicant pool resulting from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future and current vacancies in this class at other locations within the DPH.
Job Description
Under supervision, transfers remains of deceased persons and surgical specimens to autopsy room and prepares bodies for post-mortem examinations and assists with autopsy procedures; prepares and releases bodies to morticians; keeps morgue and autopsy room and equipment in clean and orderly condition; and performs related duties as required. Nature of work involves considerable physical effort and manual dexterity with considerable exposure to disagreeable working conditions. Based on department and operational needs, may need to work weekends, sick days, holidays and vacation. The essential duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Brings bodies of deceased persons from ward, and patient rooms to morgue and refrigerated compartments
- Wraps bodies in sheets and places in refrigerated compartment
- Checks storage box for proper temperature, anatomical position, and proper identification of body
- Prepares bodies for release to authorized parties after post-mortem examination by aspirating fluids and cleaning bodies according to facility procedures
- Receives animal specimens and prepares them for examination, performs specimen dissection, and prepares tissue for testing at a reference laboratory
- Cleans autopsy room
- Delivers soiled linen to laundry, returns clean linen to morgue and storage room, and performs disposal of chemical and biological waste
- Logs information of deceased patients into hospital morgue database
- Prepares deceased individuals for family viewing
The 2520 Morgue Attendant may perform other duties as assigned/required. Nature of Work: Involves considerable physical effort and manual dexterity with considerable exposure to disagreeable working conditions. Please note that incumbents in this classification may be required to perform duties as listed in the class specification, which can be found on DHR’s website.
Qualifications
Education: Possession of an associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent courses with concentration in Biological Sciences and Anatomy from an accredited college or university; AND
Experience: Six (6) months of experience conducting autopsies or surgical grossing in a hospital or medical examiner setting.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week).
VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education or experience verification is required, information on how to verify education and experience requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at the SF Careers website.
Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
Additional Information
Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:
Information About the Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Worker
ADA Accommodation
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
* Diversity Statement
Where to Apply
All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account. Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110. Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@smartrecruiters.com that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records.
Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Katrina Navarro at Katrina.Navarro@sfdph.org or (628) 271-6717.
We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. By applying, you accept the Trust and Privacy Policy and you may opt out of text messaging anytime.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Nursing Attendant
Verify your CNA certification is current
Most Nursing Attendant positions require a valid state CNA license. Confirm your certification is active in the state where you're applying before reaching out to employers. Expired or out-of-state credentials will disqualify you before OPT even becomes a factor.
Start your job search early in your OPT window
Nursing Attendant hiring can move quickly, but credentialing and background checks add weeks to the onboarding timeline. Starting your search at least two months before your intended start date gives employers enough runway to complete required verifications before your authorization begins.
Ask employers directly about E-Verify enrollment
Healthcare employers hiring on OPT must be E-Verify participants. Many hospitals and care networks already are, but smaller assisted living facilities sometimes are not. Confirming enrollment before accepting an offer prevents delays that could affect your authorization status.
Clarify your degree field when discussing OPT eligibility
Nursing Attendant roles under OPT must relate to your field of study. If your degree is in nursing, health sciences, or a related clinical field, document that connection clearly. Your DSO can help you articulate the relationship to your employer during onboarding.
Target employers with established international hiring experience
Large hospital systems and national care networks are more familiar with OPT work authorization than smaller facilities. They typically have HR teams that understand I-20 documentation, reporting timelines, and the 90-day unemployment limit that OPT students must manage.
Report your employer to your DSO within 10 days of starting
Once you accept a Nursing Attendant role, update your SEVIS record through your DSO immediately. Delays in reporting your employer information can jeopardize your OPT status, even if the job itself is a legitimate match for your field of study.
Nursing Attendant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Nursing Attendant jobs qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, if your degree is in nursing, health sciences, or a closely related clinical field. The role must be directly related to your major. A degree in biology or pre-health studies can qualify depending on the specific duties. Your DSO can confirm whether a particular position qualifies before you accept an offer.
Am I eligible for the STEM OPT extension as a Nursing Attendant?
STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a degree in a STEM-designated field such as health informatics or biomedical science, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Traditional nursing degrees are generally not on the STEM designation list. Check the official DHS STEM list with your DSO to confirm your specific field of study.
How do I find Nursing Attendant employers who accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Nursing Attendant jobs from employers familiar with OPT work authorization. Many general job boards list healthcare roles without filtering for visa-friendly employers, which wastes time during an already tight OPT window. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on opportunities where your authorization status is understood from the start.
Does my employer need to do anything special to hire me on OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to legally hire an OPT student. Beyond that, they need to report your employment details accurately so your DSO can update your SEVIS record. You are responsible for initiating that reporting within 10 days of your start date. Most large healthcare networks already have E-Verify enrollment in place.
What happens to my OPT status if I leave a Nursing Attendant job?
You enter an unemployment period the day your employment ends. OPT allows a maximum of 90 cumulative days of unemployment across your entire authorization period. If you exceed that threshold, your OPT is terminated. Notify your DSO immediately when employment ends so they can update your record and help you plan your next steps before time runs out.