Physiatrist Jobs for OPT Students
Physiatrist jobs on OPT are available at rehabilitation hospitals, academic medical centers, and outpatient clinics across the U.S. Most positions require completing a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation, which typically means your OPT timeline aligns with post-residency job searches. STEM OPT extension does not apply to MD-level clinical roles.
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The Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and The University of Vermont Medical Group is seeking a Physiatrist for a full-time position as assistant, associate, or full professor on the clinical scholar pathway. Responsibilities include patient care and an involvement in resident and medical student teaching. We are seeking an individual for outpatient PM&R. There are opportunities for acute care consultations and outpatient prosthetic/orthotic management. There is also Inpatient Rehabilitation cross-coverage in the PM&R group for shared weekends and holidays. Located in a specialty orthopaedics and rehabilitation facility, this position will deliver care for spasticity patients, including botox treatment, spinal cord injury management, general MSK PM&R, EMG studies, as well as concussion/TBI depending on skills/experience. Direct collaboration with Orthopaedic colleagues in all specialties is immediately available.
Responsibilities
- Patient care and involvement in resident and medical student teaching
- Outpatient PM&R
- Acute care consultations and outpatient prosthetic/orthotic management
- Inpatient Rehabilitation cross-coverage for shared weekends and holidays
- Deliver care for spasticity patients, including botox treatment
- Spinal cord injury management
- General MSK PM&R
- EMG studies
- Concussion/TBI management depending on skills/experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a board certified or board eligible physiatrist with an interest in comprehensive Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)
- Candidates must demonstrate an interest in teaching
LOCATION
Burlington, Vermont, United States
APPLICATIONS
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications must be completed online at https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings. Applicants must include a current CV, cover letter, and names/contact information for three references addressed to:
Roger Knakal, MD
Search Committee Chair
University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation
95 Carrigan Drive, Stafford Hall 4th Floor
Burlington, VT 05405-0084
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.
DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Anticipated Pay Range
Job Location: Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date: 08/22/2024
Job Close Date:
Category: Position Information
Posting Number: F3173PO
Department: Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation/55640
Advertising/Posting Title: Physiatrist (Assistant/Associate/Professor)
FLSA: Exempt
Position Number: 00021622
Employee FTE: 1.0
Employee Term (months): 12
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and The University of Vermont Medical Group is seeking a Physiatrist for a full-time position as assistant, associate, or full professor on the clinical scholar pathway. Responsibilities include patient care and an involvement in resident and medical student teaching. We are seeking an individual for outpatient PM&R. There are opportunities for acute care consultations and outpatient prosthetic/orthotic management. There is also Inpatient Rehabilitation cross-coverage in the PM&R group for shared weekends and holidays. Located in a specialty orthopaedics and rehabilitation facility, this position will deliver care for spasticity patients, including botox treatment, spinal cord injury management, general MSK PM&R, EMG studies, as well as concussion/TBI depending on skills/experience. Direct collaboration with Orthopaedic colleagues in all specialties is immediately available.
Responsibilities
- Patient care and involvement in resident and medical student teaching
- Outpatient PM&R
- Acute care consultations and outpatient prosthetic/orthotic management
- Inpatient Rehabilitation cross-coverage for shared weekends and holidays
- Deliver care for spasticity patients, including botox treatment
- Spinal cord injury management
- General MSK PM&R
- EMG studies
- Concussion/TBI management depending on skills/experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a board certified or board eligible physiatrist with an interest in comprehensive Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)
- Candidates must demonstrate an interest in teaching
LOCATION
Burlington, Vermont, United States
APPLICATIONS
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications must be completed online at https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings. Applicants must include a current CV, cover letter, and names/contact information for three references addressed to:
Roger Knakal, MD
Search Committee Chair
University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation
95 Carrigan Drive, Stafford Hall 4th Floor
Burlington, VT 05405-0084
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.
DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Anticipated Pay Range
Job Location: Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date: 08/22/2024
Job Close Date:
Category: Position Information
Posting Number: F3173PO
Department: Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation/55640
Advertising/Posting Title: Physiatrist (Assistant/Associate/Professor)
FLSA: Exempt
Position Number: 00021622
Employee FTE: 1.0
Employee Term (months): 12
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Physiatrist
Confirm your OPT authorization covers clinical work
Physiatrist roles involve direct patient care, which is covered under standard OPT. Confirm your EAD lists your employer's field correctly and that your DSO has your employment reported in SEVIS before your start date.
Prioritize employers with H-1B sponsorship history
Academic medical centers and large rehabilitation hospital networks sponsor H-1B petitions far more reliably than independent private practices. Target institutions with established international physician hiring pipelines to maximize your chances of long-term sponsorship.
Align your OPT end date with residency completion
Most physiatrists enter the job market after completing a four-year residency. Map your OPT authorization window against your residency graduation date early so you avoid gaps between training completion and authorized employment start.
Get your credentials verified before interviewing
Physiatrist roles require state medical licensure and board certification pathways. Start the ECFMG certification and state medical board processes early. Employers will want confirmation you can be licensed in their state before extending an offer.
Negotiate your start date around OPT processing time
EAD cards can take two to three months to process. Build this into your offer negotiations so your employment start date falls after your EAD arrives. Starting before your card is in hand puts you out of status.
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Can I work as a physiatrist on OPT without H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, for the duration of your OPT period. Your EAD authorizes you to work as a physiatrist in a role directly related to your degree field, typically physical medicine and rehabilitation or a related medical discipline. However, OPT is temporary. Most positions require transitioning to H-1B or another long-term visa category, so employers who actively sponsor are essential to target from the start.
Does STEM OPT extension apply to physiatrist roles?
No. The STEM OPT 24-month extension applies only to graduates of STEM-designated degree programs. MD and DO degrees are not on the STEM designated degree program list. Physiatrists on F-1 OPT are limited to the standard 12-month authorization period, making early H-1B employer identification critical given the tight timeline.
Where can I find physiatrist jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students and filters for employers with visa sponsorship history. Academic medical centers affiliated with universities, large rehabilitation systems like TIRR Memorial Hermann and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and VA medical facilities are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for physiatrist positions.
How does my residency training affect my OPT eligibility as a physiatrist?
If you completed your residency on a J-1 or H-1B visa, you may not have OPT remaining. OPT must be authorized from your F-1 program, and most international medical graduates complete residency on J-1 rather than F-1. If you did maintain F-1 status through a qualifying U.S. degree program and never used OPT, you may still be eligible. Confirm your status with your DSO immediately.
What visa typically comes after OPT for physiatrists?
H-1B is the most common transition for physiatrists in private and academic settings. Physicians in underserved areas may be eligible for J-1 Conrad 30 waivers or National Interest Waivers through the EB-2 green card category, which can bypass the H-1B lottery entirely. O-1A is another option for physiatrists with recognized clinical or research achievements. Your employer's immigration counsel should advise on the best pathway.
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