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Maryland's healthcare sector offers F-1 OPT holders access to some of the country's leading medical institutions, including Johns Hopkins Health System, University of Maryland Medical System, and NIH-affiliated research centers in the Baltimore-Washington corridor. Strong demand for clinical research coordinators, health informatics specialists, and allied health professionals makes Maryland a competitive market for international students seeking OPT sponsorship.
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04/01/2026
Location: 1101 Mercantile Lane, Largo, Maryland, 20774, United States of America
DaVita is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients with end-stage renal disease in an outpatient dialysis clinic. As a PCT, you’ll provide direct, hands-on care under RN supervision, helping patients through life-sustaining dialysis treatment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, hygienic, and compassionate dialysis care
- Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment
- Set up and maintain dialysis equipment
- Record vital signs and patient data
- Educate patients on treatment and kidney health
- Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members
Requirements
- Accredited High School diploma, general education development (“GED”) credential, or equivalent
- Comfortable around blood, needles, and medical equipment
- Physically able to work long shifts on your feet
- Willing to float between local clinics if needed
- Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Preferred: CNA, MA, CHT, phlebotomy certification, or healthcare experience
What We Offer
- Paid training with ongoing education and career paths
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off
- Family support: backup child/elder care, Headspace, EAP, parental leave
- Career development Programs: Clinical Ladders, Bridge to Your Dreams RN program
Start your healthcare career with DaVita—apply now!
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
The Wage Range for the role is $19.50 - $30.50/hour. Patient Care Technician ICHD Resident: $20.00 - $21.00/hour.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Date
04/01/2026
Location: 1101 Mercantile Lane, Largo, Maryland, 20774, United States of America
DaVita is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients with end-stage renal disease in an outpatient dialysis clinic. As a PCT, you’ll provide direct, hands-on care under RN supervision, helping patients through life-sustaining dialysis treatment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, hygienic, and compassionate dialysis care
- Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment
- Set up and maintain dialysis equipment
- Record vital signs and patient data
- Educate patients on treatment and kidney health
- Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members
Requirements
- Accredited High School diploma, general education development (“GED”) credential, or equivalent
- Comfortable around blood, needles, and medical equipment
- Physically able to work long shifts on your feet
- Willing to float between local clinics if needed
- Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Preferred: CNA, MA, CHT, phlebotomy certification, or healthcare experience
What We Offer
- Paid training with ongoing education and career paths
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off
- Family support: backup child/elder care, Headspace, EAP, parental leave
- Career development Programs: Clinical Ladders, Bridge to Your Dreams RN program
Start your healthcare career with DaVita—apply now!
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
The Wage Range for the role is $19.50 - $30.50/hour. Patient Care Technician ICHD Resident: $20.00 - $21.00/hour.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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Which healthcare companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Maryland?
Johns Hopkins Health System, University of Maryland Medical System, MedStar Health, and Inova are among the larger healthcare employers in Maryland with established processes for onboarding F-1 OPT workers. Federal agencies and NIH-affiliated research institutions in the Bethesda and Rockville corridor also regularly hire international graduates in research and public health roles. Sponsorship availability varies by role and department.
Which cities in Maryland have the most healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Baltimore concentrates the highest volume of healthcare OPT opportunities, anchored by Johns Hopkins and the University of Maryland medical campuses. The Washington suburbs, particularly Bethesda, Rockville, and Silver Spring, offer strong demand in health policy, clinical research, and biotech roles tied to NIH and private life sciences employers. Smaller hospital systems in Annapolis and Frederick also hire internationally educated graduates, though less frequently.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Maryland?
Roles that align closely with a STEM or health-related degree field are the most straightforward fits for OPT authorization. Clinical research coordinators, biostatisticians, health informatics analysts, public health specialists, and medical laboratory scientists are commonly hired on OPT in Maryland. Direct patient-care positions requiring state licensure can add complexity, so graduates in those fields should verify their licensure eligibility and OPT work authorization alignment before applying.
How do I find healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Maryland?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and state, so you can browse healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Maryland without sifting through roles that won't work for your status. The platform surfaces employers who have actively hired international students, which saves significant time during the OPT job search. Given that OPT windows are time-limited, starting your search on Migrate Mate early in your program is worth considering.
Are there any Maryland-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in healthcare?
Maryland's proximity to federal health agencies, particularly NIH and FDA in Montgomery County, means that some positions may require background checks or security clearance eligibility, which can complicate OPT sponsorship for certain roles. STEM OPT extension applicants should confirm their degree program appears on the DHS STEM designated degree program list. Maryland also has active state licensing boards for several clinical professions, so verifying licensure requirements alongside OPT work authorization is important before accepting an offer.
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