Pediatric Neurosurgeon Jobs for OPT Students
Pediatric neurosurgeon roles are among the most specialized positions in medicine, and most residency and fellowship programs actively sponsor OPT and H-1B visas. Your F-1 OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization, with STEM OPT extension unlikely to apply given the MD pathway.
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Join our award winning St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital in Boise, ID as BC/BE Pediatric Neurosurgeon. We are physician-led and locally owned health system with a mission committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. As a member of CHA, St. Luke's Children's is committed to providing high quality healthcare to children throughout the region.
What to Expect:
- Join 3 highly experienced fellowship trained physicians in the only pediatric neurosurgery program in the state
- ACS verified Level II Pediatric Trauma center
- Call- 1:3 covering for only pediatrics at one facility
- Support a vast geographic referral network that includes Idaho, Eastern Oregon, and Northern Nevada
- Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the program
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Board-certified or board-eligible
- Certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
- Successful completion of an ACPNF accredited Pediatric Neurosurgical Fellowship
- Eligible for medical licensure in Idaho
- Possess excellent clinical and interpersonal skills
- Preferred: 5 years or more of relevant experience
Benefits Beyond the Basics:
Alongside competitive pay and retirement plans, we offer benefits that go beyond the basics — including on-site massages, counseling through our Employee Assistance Program, onsite childcare, and access to Virgin Pulse wellness tools. We’re committed to your overall well-being.
- Highly competitive compensation package
- Generous recruitment incentives could include sign-on bonus, relocation, student loan repayment, and training stipend
- Hospital employed with great benefits, retirement, malpractice, vacation and CME allowance
- Supportive work culture with wellness programs and employee recognition initiatives
Nationally Ranked. Locally Driven.
Forbes Top Hospitals 2026: Multiple St. Luke’s locations—including Boise, Magic Valley, Wood River, and Nampa—earned top ratings for outcomes, value, and patient experience
- 6-Time Magnet Designation: Recognized for the highest level of nursing excellence and superior patient-centered care across Boise, Meridian, and systemwide
- Top 15 Health System in the U.S for 9 Consecutive Years: Repeatedly honored by Truven Health/IBM Watson Health for outstanding clinical outcomes, efficiency, patient experience, and community health impact
- #1 Hospital in Idaho: St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center is ranked the top hospital statewide with high-performing ratings in numerous specialties and procedures
Live Well in Idaho: Boise
Boise, known as the “City of Trees,” is a vibrant and growing city that blends urban sophistication with outdoor adventure. Discover a lifestyle with mountains, clean air, safe community, quality of life, outdoor recreation, and real community — all while working in a top-tier health system committed to care excellence.
- Award-winning culinary scene with new restaurants
- Cultural festivals, such as, the renowned Basque Festival and Treefort Music Fest
- Outdoor recreation: hiking and biking in the Boise Foothills, kayaking on the Boise River, and skiing/snowboarding nearby
- Family-friendly amenities: top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community
- Convenient travel: 27 nonstop flights from major U.S. cities make Boise easily accessible
For more information on this opportunity, please contact Julia Nigro at nigroj@slhs.org.
Make a Difference Where it Matters Most.
Join our award winning St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital in Boise, ID as BC/BE Pediatric Neurosurgeon. We are physician-led and locally owned health system with a mission committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. As a member of CHA, St. Luke's Children's is committed to providing high quality healthcare to children throughout the region.
What to Expect:
- Join 3 highly experienced fellowship trained physicians in the only pediatric neurosurgery program in the state
- ACS verified Level II Pediatric Trauma center
- Call- 1:3 covering for only pediatrics at one facility
- Support a vast geographic referral network that includes Idaho, Eastern Oregon, and Northern Nevada
- Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the program
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Board-certified or board-eligible
- Certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
- Successful completion of an ACPNF accredited Pediatric Neurosurgical Fellowship
- Eligible for medical licensure in Idaho
- Possess excellent clinical and interpersonal skills
- Preferred: 5 years or more of relevant experience
Benefits Beyond the Basics:
Alongside competitive pay and retirement plans, we offer benefits that go beyond the basics — including on-site massages, counseling through our Employee Assistance Program, onsite childcare, and access to Virgin Pulse wellness tools. We’re committed to your overall well-being.
- Highly competitive compensation package
- Generous recruitment incentives could include sign-on bonus, relocation, student loan repayment, and training stipend
- Hospital employed with great benefits, retirement, malpractice, vacation and CME allowance
- Supportive work culture with wellness programs and employee recognition initiatives
Nationally Ranked. Locally Driven.
Forbes Top Hospitals 2026: Multiple St. Luke’s locations—including Boise, Magic Valley, Wood River, and Nampa—earned top ratings for outcomes, value, and patient experience
- 6-Time Magnet Designation: Recognized for the highest level of nursing excellence and superior patient-centered care across Boise, Meridian, and systemwide
- Top 15 Health System in the U.S for 9 Consecutive Years: Repeatedly honored by Truven Health/IBM Watson Health for outstanding clinical outcomes, efficiency, patient experience, and community health impact
- #1 Hospital in Idaho: St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center is ranked the top hospital statewide with high-performing ratings in numerous specialties and procedures
Live Well in Idaho: Boise
Boise, known as the “City of Trees,” is a vibrant and growing city that blends urban sophistication with outdoor adventure. Discover a lifestyle with mountains, clean air, safe community, quality of life, outdoor recreation, and real community — all while working in a top-tier health system committed to care excellence.
- Award-winning culinary scene with new restaurants
- Cultural festivals, such as, the renowned Basque Festival and Treefort Music Fest
- Outdoor recreation: hiking and biking in the Boise Foothills, kayaking on the Boise River, and skiing/snowboarding nearby
- Family-friendly amenities: top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community
- Convenient travel: 27 nonstop flights from major U.S. cities make Boise easily accessible
For more information on this opportunity, please contact Julia Nigro at nigroj@slhs.org.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Pediatric Neurosurgeon
Clarify your OPT timeline with HR early
Pediatric neurosurgery fellowships typically last one to two years. Confirm with the program coordinator that your OPT authorization window covers the full appointment period before signing any fellowship contract or accepting an offer.
Understand J-1 versus OPT for clinical training
Many fellowship programs default to J-1 exchange visitor status rather than OPT for international physicians. Ask explicitly whether the program supports OPT, since J-1 carries a two-year home residency requirement that affects your long-term immigration options.
Document your specialty occupation clearly
Pediatric neurosurgery clearly meets the specialty occupation standard for H-1B purposes, but your employer still needs a well-documented Labor Condition Application. Provide your fellowship completion certificate and board certification pathway documentation to the sponsoring institution's immigration counsel.
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Can I work as a pediatric neurosurgeon on F-1 OPT?
Yes, F-1 OPT authorizes you to work in a role directly related to your field of study, which for medical doctors means clinical or research positions aligned with your degree. Pediatric neurosurgery qualifies, provided you hold an MD or equivalent and your Employment Authorization Document is valid before you begin seeing patients.
Do pediatric neurosurgery programs typically sponsor OPT students?
Most accredited pediatric neurosurgery fellowship programs at children's hospitals and academic medical centers do sponsor international trainees, though many default to J-1 exchange visitor status rather than OPT. You should ask each program directly during the application cycle whether they support OPT authorization, since policies vary by institution and their legal counsel's familiarity with F-1 work authorization.
How do I find pediatric neurosurgeon jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, making it easier to identify pediatric neurosurgery and physician roles at institutions open to OPT candidates. Searching on a general job board means manually vetting each employer's sponsorship policy, which is a significant time cost when you're navigating fellowship application deadlines simultaneously.
Does the STEM OPT extension apply to pediatric neurosurgeons?
No. The STEM OPT extension is available only to graduates of STEM-designated degree programs, and MD programs are not on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. Pediatric neurosurgeons on F-1 OPT have 12 months of post-completion authorization. Planning your H-1B petition or J-1 transition before that window closes is essential to maintaining continuous work authorization.
What happens to my OPT if my fellowship start date is delayed?
Your OPT clock runs from the start date on your EAD, regardless of whether you have begun working. If your fellowship start is delayed by credentialing or hospital onboarding, those weeks still count against your 12-month authorization. Contact your Designated School Official immediately if you anticipate a delayed start so they can advise on whether any status adjustments or bridging options are available.
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