Scheduler Jobs for OPT Students
Scheduler jobs on OPT are a strong fit for F-1 students with backgrounds in operations, logistics, supply chain, or healthcare administration. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under STEM or business fields, supporting both standard 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
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Get Access To All JobsDepartment: Administrative Services
Location: Bergen, NJ
Salary: 24.05 - 36.21 USD Hourly
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are looking for a scheduler to join the Infusion Central Scheduling Team in our Bergen location.
This team was created to standardize the management of appointment requests, achieve institution-wide goals, reduce scheduling escalations, and enhance our patients' experience. The team is responsible for scheduling chemotherapy appointments and coordinating appointments across multiple sites.
Are you passionate about helping patients? Do you want to use your skills to ensure better access to care? We want you to join us!
Role Overview:
- Engaging directly with patients during infusion visits
- Scheduling all future appointments, chair-side in the unit
- Working from the scheduling work queue when not assisting patients
- Focusing exclusively on scheduling duties (will not be taking vitals)
- Partnering closely with Infusion and clinic MCs to ensure seamless coordination
- Serve as a subject matter expert for all infusion scheduling
- Schedule all infusion appointments across multiple sites according to patient needs and specified parameters
- Reschedule and cancel appointments as requested
- Work as part of a team by collaborating with other staff members, participating in training, orientation, and mentorship for new schedulers
- Completes special projects as assigned by the manager or supervisor
Key Qualifications:
- Experience with infusion scheduling in the EPIC system
- Outstanding organization and communication skills
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Core Skills:
- Quick learner when facing new situations
- Confident under pressure
- Articulate and able to deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner
- Able to quickly and decisively take action in constantly evolving, unpredictable situations
- Detail-Oriented
Additional Information:
- Hours: 8-hour shifts, 5 days/week, between the hours of 8 am - 8 pm
- Hybrid Schedule: 4 days onsite per week
- Location: MSK Bergen, 225 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ
Reporting to the Manager
Helpful Links:
- MSK Compensation Philosophy
- Review Our Great Benefits Offerings
Pay Range: $23.54 - $35.44
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
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Step 1: Complete an Online Application - 02
Step 2: Interview Process - 03
Step 3: Provide References - 04
Step 4: Extension of Job Offer - 05
Step 5: Onboarding - 06
Step 6: New Employee Orientation
Department: Administrative Services
Location: Bergen, NJ
Salary: 24.05 - 36.21 USD Hourly
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are looking for a scheduler to join the Infusion Central Scheduling Team in our Bergen location.
This team was created to standardize the management of appointment requests, achieve institution-wide goals, reduce scheduling escalations, and enhance our patients' experience. The team is responsible for scheduling chemotherapy appointments and coordinating appointments across multiple sites.
Are you passionate about helping patients? Do you want to use your skills to ensure better access to care? We want you to join us!
Role Overview:
- Engaging directly with patients during infusion visits
- Scheduling all future appointments, chair-side in the unit
- Working from the scheduling work queue when not assisting patients
- Focusing exclusively on scheduling duties (will not be taking vitals)
- Partnering closely with Infusion and clinic MCs to ensure seamless coordination
- Serve as a subject matter expert for all infusion scheduling
- Schedule all infusion appointments across multiple sites according to patient needs and specified parameters
- Reschedule and cancel appointments as requested
- Work as part of a team by collaborating with other staff members, participating in training, orientation, and mentorship for new schedulers
- Completes special projects as assigned by the manager or supervisor
Key Qualifications:
- Experience with infusion scheduling in the EPIC system
- Outstanding organization and communication skills
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Core Skills:
- Quick learner when facing new situations
- Confident under pressure
- Articulate and able to deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner
- Able to quickly and decisively take action in constantly evolving, unpredictable situations
- Detail-Oriented
Additional Information:
- Hours: 8-hour shifts, 5 days/week, between the hours of 8 am - 8 pm
- Hybrid Schedule: 4 days onsite per week
- Location: MSK Bergen, 225 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ
Reporting to the Manager
Helpful Links:
- MSK Compensation Philosophy
- Review Our Great Benefits Offerings
Pay Range: $23.54 - $35.44
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
- 01
Step 1: Complete an Online Application - 02
Step 2: Interview Process - 03
Step 3: Provide References - 04
Step 4: Extension of Job Offer - 05
Step 5: Onboarding - 06
Step 6: New Employee Orientation
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Scheduler
Confirm your field qualifies for STEM OPT
Scheduler roles in healthcare, logistics, and operations often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension under CIP codes like Operations Research or Health Services Administration. Verify your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying.
Target employers with existing OPT infrastructure
Large hospital networks, manufacturing firms, and logistics companies regularly hire schedulers and are familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller employers may need education about I-983 training plan requirements before they can bring you on.
Address OPT early in the application process
Mention your work authorization status in your cover letter rather than waiting for the offer stage. Framing it as 12 months standard with a potential 24-month STEM extension gives employers a clear, manageable timeline upfront.
Highlight scheduling software proficiency
Proficiency in tools like Kronos, Epic, SAP, or Oracle Scheduler strengthens your candidacy significantly. Employers in healthcare and operations often screen for these systems first, and demonstrating technical skills reduces friction around sponsorship conversations.
Align your degree field to the job description
Specialty occupation status depends on a direct link between your degree and the role. Emphasize relevant coursework in operations management, health informatics, or supply chain if your degree field isn't immediately obvious from your job title alone.
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Do Scheduler jobs qualify as specialty occupations for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Most Scheduler roles qualify when a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as operations management, health informatics, supply chain, or business administration, is genuinely required. Roles where any unrelated degree is accepted may face scrutiny. Reviewing the job description carefully before applying helps confirm whether your degree field supports a specialty occupation argument.
Can I use my STEM OPT extension for a Scheduler job?
Yes, if your degree falls under an eligible STEM CIP code and the employer is E-Verify enrolled. Relevant fields include Operations Research, Health Services Administration, and Management Information Systems. Your DSO must issue a new I-20 with the STEM OPT recommendation, and you'll need to submit a completed I-983 training plan signed by your employer to USCIS.
Where can I find Scheduler jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters Scheduler roles by employers willing to work with OPT work authorization. Browsing Migrate Mate saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't hire on OPT status.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Scheduler job ends unexpectedly?
You have a 60-day unemployment grace period on post-completion OPT to find a new position. Days of unemployment accumulate across your entire OPT period and cannot exceed 90 days for standard OPT or 150 days combined for STEM OPT. Notify your DSO immediately when employment ends so your record in SEVIS stays accurate and your options remain open.
Does a Scheduler role need to be full-time to satisfy OPT requirements?
Post-completion OPT requires at least 20 hours of work per week to maintain valid status, and most employers offer full-time positions. Part-time Scheduler roles at 20 or more hours can technically satisfy the requirement, but full-time employment is strongly preferred when planning for H-1B sponsorship since it demonstrates a more substantive employer relationship.
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