Patient Representative Jobs for OPT Students
Patient Representative jobs on OPT are common in hospitals, health systems, and outpatient clinics. Most roles require a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, communications, or a related field, which supports your OPT work authorization. Standard OPT gives you 12 months, and STEM OPT extension is not available for this role.
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As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
Department:
CC209044 Physician Practices
Job Description Summary:
This position requires to float between offices in the Miami area.
Position Responsibilities
- Answers telephone promptly; preferably by the third ring. Ensure calls are identified and properly categorized in order to forward to appropriate area within office timely and efficiently.
- Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette when receiving, transferring, and placing calls on hold. Hold times are to be kept to a minimum.
- Repeats key information when writing down messages to ensure accuracy.
- Accurately enters patient demographics information and insurance data in the computer as documented.
- Verifies insurance information, collect referrals and authorizations, and/or other forms as documented.
- Checks to ensure that patients fill out applicable forms completely and correctly.
- Informs secretary or Office Coordinator when supply level is approaching reorder point.
- Copies patient records if requested by insurance company or other physician's office.
- Distributes mail accurately and on a timely basis.
- Efficiently schedules appointments, recording them as documented and following practice policy.
- Responsible for completing daily receipts and journals and deposits to cashiers.
- Responsible for petty cash.
Qualifications
License/Registration/Certification
- Not applicable
Education
- High School
Experience
- Experience in a Healthcare setting preferred but not required
Benefits:
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
- On-site housing for select positions and more!
Degree Requirements:
Certification:
INTRODUCTION
As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
Department:
CC209044 Physician Practices
Job Description Summary:
This position requires to float between offices in the Miami area.
Position Responsibilities
- Answers telephone promptly; preferably by the third ring. Ensure calls are identified and properly categorized in order to forward to appropriate area within office timely and efficiently.
- Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette when receiving, transferring, and placing calls on hold. Hold times are to be kept to a minimum.
- Repeats key information when writing down messages to ensure accuracy.
- Accurately enters patient demographics information and insurance data in the computer as documented.
- Verifies insurance information, collect referrals and authorizations, and/or other forms as documented.
- Checks to ensure that patients fill out applicable forms completely and correctly.
- Informs secretary or Office Coordinator when supply level is approaching reorder point.
- Copies patient records if requested by insurance company or other physician's office.
- Distributes mail accurately and on a timely basis.
- Efficiently schedules appointments, recording them as documented and following practice policy.
- Responsible for completing daily receipts and journals and deposits to cashiers.
- Responsible for petty cash.
Qualifications
License/Registration/Certification
- Not applicable
Education
- High School
Experience
- Experience in a Healthcare setting preferred but not required
Benefits:
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
- On-site housing for select positions and more!
Degree Requirements:
Certification:
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Patient Representative
Target health systems with established HR processes
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers hire Patient Representatives regularly and have HR teams familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller private clinics may not have experience processing OPT documentation, which can slow your start date.
Confirm your degree field supports the role
OPT requires your job to be directly related to your major. Healthcare administration, public health, communications, and social work degrees typically align. If your degree is unrelated, document how your coursework connects to patient advocacy or healthcare operations.
Start your job search at least three months before OPT begins
Onboarding at hospitals involves background checks, health screenings, and credentialing that can take four to six weeks. Starting early gives you enough runway to complete hiring requirements before your authorized employment start date arrives.
Know your 90-day unemployment limit
OPT students can only be unemployed for 90 days total during the 12-month period. Patient Representative roles can take time to secure, so track your unemployment days carefully and pursue applications consistently to stay within your authorized window.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage
Patient Representative roles at large health systems sometimes qualify for H-1B sponsorship, depending on how the employer defines specialty occupation requirements. Ask HR directly whether the organization sponsors H-1B petitions before accepting or declining an offer.
Browse OPT-friendly Patient Representative roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters jobs by visa sponsorship compatibility, which helps you focus on employers already open to OPT candidates. Searching there saves time compared to filtering through general postings where sponsorship status is rarely disclosed upfront.
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Can I work as a Patient Representative on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is directly related to the role. Patient Representative positions typically align with degrees in healthcare administration, public health, communications, or social work. Your job duties must connect to your field of study, which USCIS expects you to document on your SEVIS record through your DSO.
Does a Patient Representative job qualify for STEM OPT extension?
No. Patient Representative is not classified under a STEM-designated CIP code, so it does not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. You'll have 12 months of post-completion OPT to work in this role. If you want to remain in the U.S. longer, you'll need an employer willing to sponsor an H-1B or another visa.
Do hospitals sponsor H-1B visas for Patient Representatives?
Some do, but it depends on the employer and how they classify the role. Large academic medical centers and nonprofit health systems are more likely to sponsor H-1B petitions than smaller facilities. The role needs to meet the specialty occupation standard, which typically requires the employer to establish that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is a minimum requirement for the position.
What should I know about OPT employment reporting for this role?
You must report every new job to your DSO within 10 days of starting. This includes reporting the employer name, address, and confirmation that the role relates to your degree. If you change employers or take a second position, each one requires a separate report. Gaps in employment also count toward your 90-day unemployment limit, so keep your DSO updated consistently.
Where can I find Patient Representative jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and visa holders, so job listings there are filtered for sponsorship and OPT compatibility. You can browse Patient Representative openings from employers already familiar with OPT work authorization, which reduces the back-and-forth of explaining your status to recruiters who have never encountered it before.
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