Primary Care Physician Jobs for OPT Students
Primary Care Physician jobs on OPT require employers willing to sponsor H-1B or pursue J-1 waiver pathways after your work authorization period. Most PCP roles in underserved areas and federally qualified health centers have established sponsorship pipelines, making them practical targets during your OPT window.
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Optum CA is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join our team in Downtown Los Angeles, CA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS & PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clinic Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA
- Outpatient: Primary Care including office consults, annual visits, follow up appointments and in office procedures
- Appointment Schedule: Monday - Friday; 40 / 20 minutes for consults and follow up appointments
- Average Patients per day: 20 patients
- Medical Assistant to support Physician; rooming patients, vitals, RX refills, follow up appointments
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Board eligible/Board Certified or ability to attain prior to start
- Unrestricted California Physician License
- Current BLS, ACLS certification
- Current California DEA certificate or ability to attain prior to start
- EMR Proficient
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills and time management
COMPENSATION
- Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $238,500 - $392,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Optum CA is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join our team in Downtown Los Angeles, CA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS & PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clinic Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA
- Outpatient: Primary Care including office consults, annual visits, follow up appointments and in office procedures
- Appointment Schedule: Monday - Friday; 40 / 20 minutes for consults and follow up appointments
- Average Patients per day: 20 patients
- Medical Assistant to support Physician; rooming patients, vitals, RX refills, follow up appointments
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Board eligible/Board Certified or ability to attain prior to start
- Unrestricted California Physician License
- Current BLS, ACLS certification
- Current California DEA certificate or ability to attain prior to start
- EMR Proficient
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills and time management
COMPENSATION
- Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $238,500 - $392,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Primary Care Physician
Target federally qualified health centers
FQHCs and rural health clinics frequently sponsor physicians through H-1B and J-1 waiver programs. Their federal funding structures make them familiar with immigration processes, and many have dedicated HR staff who handle physician visa sponsorship routinely.
Apply to Health Professional Shortage Areas
HPSAs and medically underserved areas actively recruit international physicians and are more experienced with sponsorship. Federal and state incentive programs tied to these designations give employers strong financial motivation to work through the visa process.
Confirm licensure timelines align with OPT
State medical board processing ranges from six weeks to several months. Apply for your medical license as early as possible so licensure delays don't create gaps between your OPT authorization and your employment start date at a sponsoring employer.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before signing
Ask explicitly whether the employer covers H-1B attorney fees and filing costs. Large hospital systems and multispecialty groups are more likely to absorb these costs than small independent practices, which may ask physicians to share or fully cover them.
Document your clinical training for petitions
H-1B petitions for physicians require detailed evidence of specialty qualifications. Compile your residency completion letter, ECFMG certificate, board examination results, and any fellowship documentation now so your employer's attorney can file without delays.
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Can I work as a Primary Care Physician on OPT before completing residency?
No. Primary care physician roles require completion of an accredited residency program and a valid state medical license. OPT authorizes employment in your field of study, but you cannot practice medicine independently without meeting licensure requirements in the state where you plan to work.
Which visa sponsorship pathway is most common for OPT physicians transitioning to long-term status?
H-1B sponsorship is the most common long-term pathway for primary care physicians. If you completed residency on a J-1 exchange visitor visa, you must first obtain a J-1 waiver, typically through the Conrad 30 program, before an employer can file an H-1B petition on your behalf.
Where can I find Primary Care Physician jobs with confirmed visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers willing to sponsor international physicians. Searching on Migrate Mate saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering during the offer stage that an employer won't support visa sponsorship.
Does OPT STEM extension apply to Primary Care Physicians?
It depends on your degree. An MD or DO from a U.S. accredited medical school does not fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code, so most primary care physicians are not eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO.
How does the 60-day grace period affect a Primary Care Physician's job search?
If your OPT employment ends before you secure a new sponsoring employer, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you cannot work. For physicians, credentialing and contract timelines at hospitals can extend two to four months, so beginning your job search well before OPT expires is important.
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