OPT VP Of Operations Jobs
VP of Operations roles on OPT require employers comfortable with sponsoring H-1B visa or other long-term visas after your work authorization period ends. These senior positions typically demand proven leadership experience, so positioning your background strategically matters. Your 12-month standard OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if eligible, shapes your timeline.
Find OPT VP Of Operations JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 29+ VP Of Operations jobs
See all VP Of Operations Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new VP Of Operations roles.
Get Access To All JobsResponsibilities:
- Leads strategic decisions for primary care in conjunction with the MPA VP of Operations, MPA Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Hospital Administrators and other members of MH Senior Leadership team. Scope includes evaluation of growth opportunities through potential alliances, acquisitions, and physician recruitment including contract negotiations; and retention strategies.
- Establishes and enhances effective relationships and communications with MPA physicians and non-physician staff.
- Serves as a business leader for the assigned MPA practices including emphasis on providing value for McLeod Health through optimized practice operations performing at best practice levels for staffing, productivity and revenue.
- Works collaboratively with all service line physicians to drive necessary improvements to result in high value patient care (high quality/low cost). Engagement should include meeting face to face with every service line associated physician at least monthly to provide standardized physician and practice specific performance data in conjunction with VP/Director.
- Monitors finance and operations of assigned practices to ensure that the performance objectives are met and clearly communicated to physicians, advanced practitioners and practice leaders.
- Provides leadership and supervision of MPA’s assigned operations through oversight of assigned Practice Administrators to drive standardization in our goal to deliver reliable, patient centered care with the highest standards of service excellence for all patients.
- Works in conjunction with the VP, MPA CMO and assigned Medical Directors to establish and implement goals, objectives, and timetables that support the organizations mission, vision and values.
- Develops and manages annual budgets in conjunction with VP/Practice Administrators for all responsible practices.
- Works with other MPA Associate Vice Presidents (AVPs) to develop and implement MPA policies and procedures as necessary.
- Works with other MPA AVPs to coordinate resources from McLeod Health corporate services (human resources, quality & safety, information systems, marketing & PR, and finance).
- Mentors and develops assigned practice leadership team to support successful performance and succession planning. Provides meaningful annual evaluation of all direct report staff.
- Responsible to maintain all compliance and governmental regulations and industry requirements based on specialty.
- Participates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and practices in health care administration.
- Provide administrative direction to directors, managers, employed physicians and staff for the assigned services. Responsible for planning, leading, and directing operations of the assigned clinics to include:
- Participating as member of the MPA Operations team
- Ensuring practices meet KPIs in scheduling, production, FTE utilization, up front collections, and patient communication
- Ensure throughput and efficient utilization of clinic imaging modalities and procedural areas as applicable
- Responsible for meeting quality, operational and financial goals and expectations set forth by the MPA Operations teams. Implements processes to assure ongoing stability of these expectations and regular reporting out on business units.
Qualifications
- 1 – 3 years related experience, computer literacy, excellent communication and writing skills
Requirements
Degrees:
- Bachelor's degree
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
Responsibilities:
- Leads strategic decisions for primary care in conjunction with the MPA VP of Operations, MPA Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Hospital Administrators and other members of MH Senior Leadership team. Scope includes evaluation of growth opportunities through potential alliances, acquisitions, and physician recruitment including contract negotiations; and retention strategies.
- Establishes and enhances effective relationships and communications with MPA physicians and non-physician staff.
- Serves as a business leader for the assigned MPA practices including emphasis on providing value for McLeod Health through optimized practice operations performing at best practice levels for staffing, productivity and revenue.
- Works collaboratively with all service line physicians to drive necessary improvements to result in high value patient care (high quality/low cost). Engagement should include meeting face to face with every service line associated physician at least monthly to provide standardized physician and practice specific performance data in conjunction with VP/Director.
- Monitors finance and operations of assigned practices to ensure that the performance objectives are met and clearly communicated to physicians, advanced practitioners and practice leaders.
- Provides leadership and supervision of MPA’s assigned operations through oversight of assigned Practice Administrators to drive standardization in our goal to deliver reliable, patient centered care with the highest standards of service excellence for all patients.
- Works in conjunction with the VP, MPA CMO and assigned Medical Directors to establish and implement goals, objectives, and timetables that support the organizations mission, vision and values.
- Develops and manages annual budgets in conjunction with VP/Practice Administrators for all responsible practices.
- Works with other MPA Associate Vice Presidents (AVPs) to develop and implement MPA policies and procedures as necessary.
- Works with other MPA AVPs to coordinate resources from McLeod Health corporate services (human resources, quality & safety, information systems, marketing & PR, and finance).
- Mentors and develops assigned practice leadership team to support successful performance and succession planning. Provides meaningful annual evaluation of all direct report staff.
- Responsible to maintain all compliance and governmental regulations and industry requirements based on specialty.
- Participates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and practices in health care administration.
- Provide administrative direction to directors, managers, employed physicians and staff for the assigned services. Responsible for planning, leading, and directing operations of the assigned clinics to include:
- Participating as member of the MPA Operations team
- Ensuring practices meet KPIs in scheduling, production, FTE utilization, up front collections, and patient communication
- Ensure throughput and efficient utilization of clinic imaging modalities and procedural areas as applicable
- Responsible for meeting quality, operational and financial goals and expectations set forth by the MPA Operations teams. Implements processes to assure ongoing stability of these expectations and regular reporting out on business units.
Qualifications
- 1 – 3 years related experience, computer literacy, excellent communication and writing skills
Requirements
Degrees:
- Bachelor's degree
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
See all OPT VP Of Operations Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new OPT VP Of Operations Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in VP Of Operations
Lead with operational impact, not immigration status
Quantify what you have built, fixed, or scaled. Revenue recovered, headcount managed, cost reductions achieved. Senior hiring managers evaluate operations leaders on outcomes first. Immigration comes up later, once they want you specifically.
Understand your OPT timeline before outreach
Know your OPT end date and whether you qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Employers asking about your authorization timeline deserve a confident, specific answer, not vague uncertainty about your status or remaining work period.
Engage General Counsel or HR early in the process
At the VP level, sponsorship decisions often involve legal and HR leadership directly. Raising visa sponsorship with the hiring manager early helps you avoid late-stage surprises and signals you understand how executive hiring actually works.
Build your network inside operations communities
Industry associations, operations leadership forums, and alumni networks at your university connect you with hiring managers outside traditional application flows. Referrals carry significant weight for senior roles where cultural and leadership fit matter most.
Prepare a clear narrative around long-term commitment
Employers sponsoring a VP-level candidate are making a significant investment. Be ready to articulate why you want to build your career at that company specifically, not just why you need sponsorship. Genuine intent reduces their perceived hiring risk.
VP Of Operations OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as a VP of Operations in the United States?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorization permits full-time employment in roles directly related to your field of study, including senior leadership positions like VP of Operations. Your degree field needs to connect reasonably to the operational or business management scope of the role. STEM OPT extension holders can work in these positions for up to three years total post-graduation.
How do I find VP of Operations jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students seeking visa-sponsoring employers. Filtering for VP of Operations roles there surfaces companies that have actively sponsored international hires, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and encountering sponsorship rejections late in the process.
What visa sponsorship options exist after OPT ends for a VP of Operations?
The H-1B is the most common path, requiring employer sponsorship and clearing the annual lottery. The O-1A is a strong alternative for candidates with documented achievements, publications, or recognition in their field. Executives with multinational backgrounds may also qualify for the L-1A intracompany transferee category if their employer has foreign parent or subsidiary operations.
Does the seniority of a VP role affect H-1B specialty occupation eligibility?
It can cut both ways. A VP of Operations role with clear requirements for a degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or a related field strengthens specialty occupation eligibility. However, if the role is broadly defined as general management without a degree-specific requirement, USCIS may scrutinize the petition more closely. A well-drafted job description matters.
How much OPT time should I have remaining when applying for VP of Operations roles?
Ideally, at least eight to ten months remaining on your OPT when you begin interviewing. Executive hiring processes at the VP level routinely take three to five months from first contact to an accepted offer. Starting your search too late limits your leverage and compresses the timeline for employers to begin H-1B or other visa preparation alongside your onboarding.