OPT Physician - Emergency Medicine Jobs
Physician - Emergency Medicine roles are among the most actively sponsored positions in U.S. healthcare, with most hospitals required to file H-1B visa or J-1 visa waivers for qualified candidates. On OPT, you can work in ERs during your authorized period, but the 12-month clock and cap-gap timing make early sponsorship conversations essential.
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Bassett Healthcare Network, in central New York is seeking a full-time BC/BE Emergency Medicine Physician.
- Salary Range: $414,000
- Sign-on Bonus: up to $100,000
- Location: Bassett Health Network emergency and urgent care locations include
- Bassett Medical Center, 1 Atwell Road, Cooperstown, NY
- A.O. Fox Hospital, 1 Norton Avenue, Oneonta, NY
- A.O. Fox Hospital – Tri-Town Campus, 43 Pearl Street West, Sidney, NY
- Little Falls Hospital, 140 Burwell Street, Little Falls, NY
- O’Connor Hospital, 460 Andes Road, Delhi, NY
- Cobleskill Regional Hospital, 178 Grandview Drive, Cobleskill, NY
- Herkimer Convenient Care, 321 East Albany Street, Herkimer, NY
- Oneonta Convenient Care, 1 Associate Drive, Oneonta, NY
- Near Cooperstown Convenient Care, 4580 State Highway 28, Milford, NY
Job Description & Responsibilities:
- Join a highly collaborative group of Emergency Medicine clinicians
- Practice within Bassett Healthcare Network, an integrated system delivering care across an 8-county region
- Benefit from an academic affiliation with Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, with opportunities for teaching and collaboration
- Practice within a system of six Emergency Departments and three Convenient Care locations, offering flexibility to find the location and schedule that best fits your lifestyle
- Care for patients across a network with 82,500 annual emergency department visits, anchored by Bassett Medical Center, a Level III Trauma Center
- Work alongside dedicated Advanced Practice Clinicians, experienced nursing teams, and highly skilled clinical support staff
- 24/7 Radiology Services – Around-the-clock radiology interpretation provides timely imaging results to support patient care
- System-wide Tele-Neurology and Tele-Psychiatry services enhance access to specialty expertise
- Direct access at Bassett Medical Center to Interventional Cardiology, Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery, and a broad range of other medical and surgical specialists
- Flexible Scheduling – Full-time physicians work 132 twelve-hour shifts annually, with additional compensation available for extra shifts
- Utilize a fully integrated Epic electronic medical record across the entire health system
- Become part of a physician-led, closed medical staff with more than 500 physicians and advanced practice clinicians committed to collaborative, patient-centered care
Requirements
- BC/BE in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of an accredited USA Emergency Medicine Residency
- New York State Licensure (or eligibility to obtain)
- BLS Certification Required
- DEA Required
Benefits Compensation
- Salary Range: $414,000, with incentive pay for additional shifts
- This compensation range represents Bassett Healthcare’s good faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards
- Sign-on Bonus: up to $100,000
Additional Benefits
- CME allowance
- Sick Time
- Malpractice coverage
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Bassett provides two retirement plans for tax-advantaged contributions: 403(b) and 457(b) through Fidelity Net Benefits
- Supportive transition bonus of $10,000 and full onboarding program
- EMR - EPIC
- Mentoring, leadership programs, and physician special interest groups
Overview:
Bassett Healthcare Network, in central New York is seeking a full-time BC/BE Emergency Medicine Physician.
- Salary Range: $414,000
- Sign-on Bonus: up to $100,000
- Location: Bassett Health Network emergency and urgent care locations include
- Bassett Medical Center, 1 Atwell Road, Cooperstown, NY
- A.O. Fox Hospital, 1 Norton Avenue, Oneonta, NY
- A.O. Fox Hospital – Tri-Town Campus, 43 Pearl Street West, Sidney, NY
- Little Falls Hospital, 140 Burwell Street, Little Falls, NY
- O’Connor Hospital, 460 Andes Road, Delhi, NY
- Cobleskill Regional Hospital, 178 Grandview Drive, Cobleskill, NY
- Herkimer Convenient Care, 321 East Albany Street, Herkimer, NY
- Oneonta Convenient Care, 1 Associate Drive, Oneonta, NY
- Near Cooperstown Convenient Care, 4580 State Highway 28, Milford, NY
Job Description & Responsibilities:
- Join a highly collaborative group of Emergency Medicine clinicians
- Practice within Bassett Healthcare Network, an integrated system delivering care across an 8-county region
- Benefit from an academic affiliation with Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, with opportunities for teaching and collaboration
- Practice within a system of six Emergency Departments and three Convenient Care locations, offering flexibility to find the location and schedule that best fits your lifestyle
- Care for patients across a network with 82,500 annual emergency department visits, anchored by Bassett Medical Center, a Level III Trauma Center
- Work alongside dedicated Advanced Practice Clinicians, experienced nursing teams, and highly skilled clinical support staff
- 24/7 Radiology Services – Around-the-clock radiology interpretation provides timely imaging results to support patient care
- System-wide Tele-Neurology and Tele-Psychiatry services enhance access to specialty expertise
- Direct access at Bassett Medical Center to Interventional Cardiology, Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery, and a broad range of other medical and surgical specialists
- Flexible Scheduling – Full-time physicians work 132 twelve-hour shifts annually, with additional compensation available for extra shifts
- Utilize a fully integrated Epic electronic medical record across the entire health system
- Become part of a physician-led, closed medical staff with more than 500 physicians and advanced practice clinicians committed to collaborative, patient-centered care
Requirements
- BC/BE in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of an accredited USA Emergency Medicine Residency
- New York State Licensure (or eligibility to obtain)
- BLS Certification Required
- DEA Required
Benefits Compensation
- Salary Range: $414,000, with incentive pay for additional shifts
- This compensation range represents Bassett Healthcare’s good faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards
- Sign-on Bonus: up to $100,000
Additional Benefits
- CME allowance
- Sick Time
- Malpractice coverage
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Bassett provides two retirement plans for tax-advantaged contributions: 403(b) and 457(b) through Fidelity Net Benefits
- Supportive transition bonus of $10,000 and full onboarding program
- EMR - EPIC
- Mentoring, leadership programs, and physician special interest groups
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Physician - Emergency Medicine
Target hospitals with J-1 waiver programs
Many emergency medicine physicians enter the U.S. workforce through J-1 visa Conrad 30 waivers tied to underserved areas. These programs often sponsor OPT holders transitioning to J-1 or H-1B visa status, making them a reliable pipeline for international physicians.
Confirm hospital sponsorship before residency applications
Teaching hospitals and large health systems sponsor far more frequently than private urgent care groups. Research a program's sponsorship track record with international graduates before ranking them, so you're not scrambling after match day.
Understand your OPT clock relative to residency start
Emergency medicine residency programs typically begin in late June or early July. If your OPT authorization doesn't cover that start date, you'll need cap-gap protection or a timely H-1B filing to avoid a work authorization gap.
Ask about H-1B filing timelines during interviews
Programs that sponsor H-1B petitions need to file during the April registration window. If you're matching in March, there's very little time. Ask programs explicitly whether they have experience filing H-1Bs for incoming residents on a tight timeline.
Get ECFMG certification status verified early
Employers sponsoring physicians through H-1B or other work visas will require active ECFMG certification. Delays in certification can stall your visa petition, so confirm your status is current well before your residency or attending position start date.
Document your specialty training for specialty occupation filings
H-1B petitions for physicians require proving the role is a specialty occupation. Keep detailed records of your emergency medicine training, board eligibility, and any ABEM correspondence, as USCIS may issue a request for evidence on physician petitions.
Physician - Emergency Medicine OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Physician - Emergency Medicine on OPT?
Yes, if you completed a qualifying U.S. medical degree program and your OPT is authorized for your field of study. Most ACGME-accredited emergency medicine residency programs are STEM-eligible if they include a research or science component, but confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before assuming STEM OPT applies.
Do emergency medicine employers commonly sponsor OPT physicians for H-1B?
Yes, hospitals and large health systems routinely sponsor emergency medicine physicians, making this one of the more internationally accessible physician specialties. Academic medical centers, county hospitals, and federally qualified health centers sponsor most frequently. Private staffing groups and locum tenens arrangements are less consistent on sponsorship, so clarify before signing.
How do I find Physician - Emergency Medicine jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists emergency medicine roles from employers who have a demonstrated history of sponsoring international physicians. Filtering by sponsorship willingness before applying saves time and avoids programs that won't support your immigration status. Browsing Migrate Mate lets you focus your applications on realistic opportunities rather than blanket-applying.
Does STEM OPT apply to emergency medicine residency programs?
It depends on the CIP code your institution assigned to your degree program. MD programs granted under a research-heavy classification may qualify, but most standard MD programs are not STEM-designated. Your international student office can confirm whether your specific program qualifies. If it doesn't, your OPT period is 12 months, making early H-1B sponsorship conversations critical.
What happens if my OPT expires before my residency program files my H-1B?
If your program files an H-1B petition before April 1 of the cap year and your OPT expires before October 1, cap-gap protection maintains your work authorization through September 30. However, if your OPT expires before the petition is filed, you cannot legally work during the gap. Coordinate filing timelines with your program's HR team immediately after matching.