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Team Lead jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor or extend your work authorization before your OPT period expires. Most roles combine people management with hands-on technical or operational work, making them strong candidates for STEM OPT extension if the underlying field qualifies.
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Get Access To All JobsEmployment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Oversees the daily operation impacting PM staff. Primary duties include 75% patient treatment, coordination of educational programs for PT, OT, ST students; teaching; staff development including competency assessment; role modeling for staff; designing and implementing strategic planning and performance improvement in conjunction with the Director of Rehabilitation Services.
PERFORMANCE DUTIES
- Assist in the implementation of staffing patterns that maximize patient outcomes in a fiscally responsible manner.
- Provide effective, outcome related patient care demonstrated through patient/customer satisfaction and goal accomplishment.
- Documentation must be concise, objective, and legible. Content should meet all reimbursement criteria and accreditation standards.
- Uses resources in a cost effective manner and assists with budget development.
- Assists with compliance of all regulatory and reimbursement criteria.
- Develops the competency plan and ensures completion or corrective action for all staff.
- Serves as the Clinical Coordinator with all affiliating educational institutions.
- Monitors the performance improvement plan and makes recommendations for change based on thresholds and problems identified within the department. Communicates the plan to all staff and includes staff input.
- Fosters teamwork and serves as guide for staff development.
- Communicates clearly and effectively with all staff including physicians and administration.
- Promotes open communication within the department and facilitates mechanisms to ensure information is shared and received.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in one of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation clinical specialties.
B. Licensure
- By the state of Michigan in the appropriate clinical specialty
C. Training and Experience
- One or more years of supervisory experience in healthcare
D. Job Knowledge
- Able to perform the expectations of a staff therapist by providing cost effective care.
- Able to submit and interpret basic department specific reports.
- Understands the billing and reimbursement practices to assist staff with understanding and implementation.
- Able to guide clinical decision making and mentor appropriate behaviors. Review treatment notes to be aware of patient’s progress and overall rehabilitation, and to insure that therapy prescription is understood and applied.
- Able to provide formal education and training for new employees, staff, students, and other hospital personnel.
- Able to coordinate services with other disciplines to ensure effective outcomes.
- Able to consult with physicians, case managers, and other personnel regarding treatments and schedules for patient’s treatment in accordance with available personnel and equipment.
- Able to observe and evaluate performance of staff duties in the area of efficiency, skill, abilities, and attitudes toward co-worker and patients, and to use this information to determine effectiveness of methods.
- Must be willing to direct and supervise student programs, staff, and volunteers.
- Must be knowledgeable and responsible for development and implementation of performance improvement.
- Must be knowledgeable of appropriate documentation to identify patient status and maximize reimbursement.
- Able to guide program development and formulate policies.
- Understands, supports and participates in marketing activities to promote departmental growth.
- Must be knowledgeable in providing leadership and sound professional judgment by utilizing continuing education experiences and maintaining active membership in professional organizations.
- Able to assist in compliance with all JCAHO, state licensing, and hospital requirements.
DEMANDS
A. Physical
- Physically capable of performing the duties of a staff therapist, including walking, standing, sitting, lifting or bending as required to accomplish the principal duties in a safe, reliable manner.
- Hand dexterity and skills to handle various tools and equipment including computer use.
- Able to communicate with staff, patients, physicians, community, etc. requiring hearing and speech ability.
Special
- Ability to function under a variety of circumstances such as stressed employees, changing patient volumes, changing demands or healthcare system, lack of trained, competent clinical staff and with embarrassing or uncomfortable situations.
EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES
B. Professional Affiliations
- Based on clinical specialty: APTA, AOTA, ASHLA
JOB RELATIONSHIPS
C. Supervised by: Director of Rehabilitation Services
D. Workers supervised: Therapists, assistants, aides, clerical staff, students, and volunteers
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Oversees the daily operation impacting PM staff. Primary duties include 75% patient treatment, coordination of educational programs for PT, OT, ST students; teaching; staff development including competency assessment; role modeling for staff; designing and implementing strategic planning and performance improvement in conjunction with the Director of Rehabilitation Services.
PERFORMANCE DUTIES
- Assist in the implementation of staffing patterns that maximize patient outcomes in a fiscally responsible manner.
- Provide effective, outcome related patient care demonstrated through patient/customer satisfaction and goal accomplishment.
- Documentation must be concise, objective, and legible. Content should meet all reimbursement criteria and accreditation standards.
- Uses resources in a cost effective manner and assists with budget development.
- Assists with compliance of all regulatory and reimbursement criteria.
- Develops the competency plan and ensures completion or corrective action for all staff.
- Serves as the Clinical Coordinator with all affiliating educational institutions.
- Monitors the performance improvement plan and makes recommendations for change based on thresholds and problems identified within the department. Communicates the plan to all staff and includes staff input.
- Fosters teamwork and serves as guide for staff development.
- Communicates clearly and effectively with all staff including physicians and administration.
- Promotes open communication within the department and facilitates mechanisms to ensure information is shared and received.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in one of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation clinical specialties.
B. Licensure
- By the state of Michigan in the appropriate clinical specialty
C. Training and Experience
- One or more years of supervisory experience in healthcare
D. Job Knowledge
- Able to perform the expectations of a staff therapist by providing cost effective care.
- Able to submit and interpret basic department specific reports.
- Understands the billing and reimbursement practices to assist staff with understanding and implementation.
- Able to guide clinical decision making and mentor appropriate behaviors. Review treatment notes to be aware of patient’s progress and overall rehabilitation, and to insure that therapy prescription is understood and applied.
- Able to provide formal education and training for new employees, staff, students, and other hospital personnel.
- Able to coordinate services with other disciplines to ensure effective outcomes.
- Able to consult with physicians, case managers, and other personnel regarding treatments and schedules for patient’s treatment in accordance with available personnel and equipment.
- Able to observe and evaluate performance of staff duties in the area of efficiency, skill, abilities, and attitudes toward co-worker and patients, and to use this information to determine effectiveness of methods.
- Must be willing to direct and supervise student programs, staff, and volunteers.
- Must be knowledgeable and responsible for development and implementation of performance improvement.
- Must be knowledgeable of appropriate documentation to identify patient status and maximize reimbursement.
- Able to guide program development and formulate policies.
- Understands, supports and participates in marketing activities to promote departmental growth.
- Must be knowledgeable in providing leadership and sound professional judgment by utilizing continuing education experiences and maintaining active membership in professional organizations.
- Able to assist in compliance with all JCAHO, state licensing, and hospital requirements.
DEMANDS
A. Physical
- Physically capable of performing the duties of a staff therapist, including walking, standing, sitting, lifting or bending as required to accomplish the principal duties in a safe, reliable manner.
- Hand dexterity and skills to handle various tools and equipment including computer use.
- Able to communicate with staff, patients, physicians, community, etc. requiring hearing and speech ability.
Special
- Ability to function under a variety of circumstances such as stressed employees, changing patient volumes, changing demands or healthcare system, lack of trained, competent clinical staff and with embarrassing or uncomfortable situations.
EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES
B. Professional Affiliations
- Based on clinical specialty: APTA, AOTA, ASHLA
JOB RELATIONSHIPS
C. Supervised by: Director of Rehabilitation Services
D. Workers supervised: Therapists, assistants, aides, clerical staff, students, and volunteers
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Team Lead
Clarify sponsorship early in the process
Ask about visa sponsorship before your first interview, not after an offer. Framing it as a timeline question, such as when you'd need authorization in place, keeps the conversation practical and avoids late-stage surprises.
Determine if your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Team Lead roles in engineering, data, or IT often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension if your degree is STEM-designated. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility, as leadership titles alone do not guarantee qualification.
Quantify your leadership impact in applications
Employers sponsoring OPT want low-risk hires. Document team size managed, projects delivered, and measurable outcomes. Concrete results make your case stronger than titles alone and reduce employer hesitation around the sponsorship commitment.
Target employers with an established OPT track record
Companies that have sponsored OPT students before have existing HR processes, reducing friction for you. Look for organizations with international teams or university recruiting programs, as they are more familiar with DSO paperwork and authorization timelines.
Understand your OPT end date before negotiating offers
Know exactly how many months remain on your EAD before you enter salary and start-date negotiations. Employers need enough runway to sponsor H-1B visa or other long-term status, so presenting a clear timeline builds confidence in your candidacy.
Leverage your cross-functional experience as a differentiator
Team Leads who bridge technical execution and stakeholder communication are harder to replace, which matters to sponsors investing in your long-term authorization. Highlight cross-functional projects that demonstrate you add value beyond your individual contributor work.
Team Lead OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Team Lead on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes F-1 students to work in any role directly related to their field of study, including leadership positions. A Team Lead role qualifies as long as the work is tied to your degree field. Your employer does not need to file any petition with USCIS during your initial OPT period, but you must have a valid EAD and remain employed in a qualifying role.
Do Team Lead jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, but the job title is not the deciding factor. STEM OPT eligibility depends on whether the role requires application of STEM knowledge from a qualifying degree and whether your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. A Team Lead overseeing a software engineering or data analytics team at a qualifying employer would typically meet the criteria. Confirm with your DSO that your degree's CIP code is STEM-designated before applying for the extension.
How do I find Team Lead jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Browse Migrate Mate to find Team Lead roles posted by employers who are actively open to sponsoring or hiring OPT candidates. Filtering by visa-friendly employers saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't support your authorization. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where OPT and sponsorship details are already part of the posting.
Will employers sponsor H-1B after hiring me as a Team Lead on OPT?
Many will, but it depends on the employer's sponsorship policy and your performance. Team Lead roles carry enough seniority that employers often view H-1B sponsorship as a worthwhile investment. Ask about the company's sponsorship history during the offer stage, and be specific about H-1B lottery timing relative to your OPT expiration date so both sides can plan accordingly.
What happens to my Team Lead role if my OPT expires between H-1B filing and approval?
If your employer files your H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT expires and you have a timely filed STEM extension, you may be protected by cap-gap provisions that extend your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year. Coordinate closely with your DSO and the employer's immigration counsel well before your EAD expiration date to avoid any gap in employment eligibility.