OPT Patient Care Coordinator Jobs
Patient Care Coordinator roles are consistently sponsored on OPT, particularly for students with degrees in healthcare administration, public health, or nursing. Most positions qualify as STEM-adjacent under business operations, and many employers are familiar with the 12-month OPT authorization window and standard 60-day transition periods between roles.
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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
Responsible for patient care outcomes through the coordinated delivery of nursing care for areas of responsibility. With guidance from the Clinical Director, deploys priorities for clinical quality, service and Associate development and retention. Ensures that a collaborative plan of care is implemented by Registered Nurses and other team members. Assists professional nurses with the coordination of the patients' care with multidisciplinary team. Ensures responsiveness to physicians. Directs Associates providing on-site coaching and staff assignments. Conducts Associate performance evaluation in collaboration with the Clinical Director. Ensures continued readiness regarding accreditation and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assuring the general upkeep of the physical facilities and patient care equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
A Brief Overview
Responsible for patient care outcomes through the coordinated delivery of nursing care for areas of responsibility. With guidance from the Clinical Director, deploys priorities for clinical quality, service and Associate development and retention. Ensures that a collaborative plan of care is implemented by Registered Nurses and other team members. Assists professional nurses with the coordination of the patients' care with multidisciplinary team. Ensures responsiveness to physicians. Directs Associates providing on-site coaching and staff assignments. Conducts Associate performance evaluation in collaboration with the Clinical Director. Ensures continued readiness regarding accreditation and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assuring the general upkeep of the physical facilities and patient care equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
- Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
- Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift.
- Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
- Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
- Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
- Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
- Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
- Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
- Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
- Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely.
- Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
- Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
- Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
- Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
- Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
- In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
- Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.
Education/Formal Training Requirements
- Required - Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing
- Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Nursing
Work Experience Requirements
- Required - Nursing 1-3 years
Licenses and Certifications Requirements
- Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
- Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams ensuring alignment with care plans.
- Assess team members skills, delegates task appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high quality patient care.
- Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
- Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
- Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
- Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).
Supervision Provided by this Position
Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.
Physical Demands
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!
We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
Responsible for patient care outcomes through the coordinated delivery of nursing care for areas of responsibility. With guidance from the Clinical Director, deploys priorities for clinical quality, service and Associate development and retention. Ensures that a collaborative plan of care is implemented by Registered Nurses and other team members. Assists professional nurses with the coordination of the patients' care with multidisciplinary team. Ensures responsiveness to physicians. Directs Associates providing on-site coaching and staff assignments. Conducts Associate performance evaluation in collaboration with the Clinical Director. Ensures continued readiness regarding accreditation and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assuring the general upkeep of the physical facilities and patient care equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
A Brief Overview
Responsible for patient care outcomes through the coordinated delivery of nursing care for areas of responsibility. With guidance from the Clinical Director, deploys priorities for clinical quality, service and Associate development and retention. Ensures that a collaborative plan of care is implemented by Registered Nurses and other team members. Assists professional nurses with the coordination of the patients' care with multidisciplinary team. Ensures responsiveness to physicians. Directs Associates providing on-site coaching and staff assignments. Conducts Associate performance evaluation in collaboration with the Clinical Director. Ensures continued readiness regarding accreditation and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assuring the general upkeep of the physical facilities and patient care equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
- Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
- Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift.
- Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
- Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
- Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
- Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
- Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
- Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
- Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
- Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely.
- Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
- Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
- Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
- Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
- Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
- In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
- Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.
Education/Formal Training Requirements
- Required - Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing
- Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Nursing
Work Experience Requirements
- Required - Nursing 1-3 years
Licenses and Certifications Requirements
- Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
- Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams ensuring alignment with care plans.
- Assess team members skills, delegates task appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high quality patient care.
- Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
- Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
- Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
- Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).
Supervision Provided by this Position
Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.
Physical Demands
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Patient Care Coordinator
Target healthcare systems, not just clinics
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems like Kaiser or HCA have dedicated HR teams experienced with OPT authorization. Smaller independent clinics often lack the administrative infrastructure to navigate work authorization paperwork efficiently.
Lead with your clinical communication skills
Patient Care Coordinators bridge clinical staff and patients, so fluency in medical terminology and experience documenting care plans signals immediate value. Highlight these in your resume before addressing any work authorization questions in outreach.
Apply before your OPT window opens
Healthcare hiring cycles move slowly due to background checks and credentialing requirements. Start applying 60 to 90 days before your OPT start date so offers and onboarding paperwork align with your authorized employment period.
Clarify EHR experience upfront
Familiarity with Epic, Cerner, or similar electronic health record systems is a concrete differentiator for this role. Employers sponsoring OPT students want to minimize training time, so verified EHR experience reduces their perceived risk significantly.
Address OPT concisely and confidently
When asked about authorization, state your OPT dates clearly and mention that your employer of record handles the I-9 process. Framing it as a straightforward administrative step rather than a complication reduces hesitation from hiring managers.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly roles
Not every Patient Care Coordinator posting is open to OPT candidates. Migrate Mate surfaces roles specifically from employers who have sponsored international students before, cutting out the manual filtering that wastes time in a competitive hiring market.
Patient Care Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Patient Care Coordinator on OPT?
Yes. Patient Care Coordinator roles qualify for OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in healthcare administration, public health, nursing, or health sciences all support eligibility. You must have your EAD in hand before your start date, and the position must be at least 20 hours per week to count as valid OPT employment.
Does a Patient Care Coordinator job qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree such as health informatics or clinical data science, and your role involves data analysis or health systems management, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Pure healthcare administration degrees are generally not STEM-designated, so confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming you qualify.
How do I find Patient Care Coordinator jobs that sponsor OPT students?
The most efficient approach is to search on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for employers with a documented history of sponsoring international students on OPT and H-1B visa. General job boards include thousands of postings from employers who have never hired on work authorization, which makes filtering extremely time-consuming when you have a limited OPT window.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch from one Patient Care Coordinator role to another?
You have a 60-day unemployment buffer between authorized positions. When you leave one role and accept another, you must update your DSO with the new employer information promptly. Extended gaps beyond the 60-day buffer can jeopardize your OPT status. Always confirm your new position qualifies under your degree field before making the switch.
Do Patient Care Coordinator employers typically sponsor H-1B after OPT ends?
Large healthcare networks and hospital systems are more likely to pursue H-1B sponsorship than small practices, because they have established legal and HR teams. Roles at organizations like academic medical centers or large insurers carry a stronger likelihood of continued sponsorship. Ask directly about H-1B support during the offer negotiation stage, not after you have already started.