Healthcare OPT Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota's healthcare sector, anchored by Mayo Clinic in Rochester, M Health Fairview, and Allina Health across the Twin Cities, consistently hires international students across clinical, research, and health informatics roles. F-1 OPT authorization lets you work in qualifying healthcare positions while your employer gains time to assess long-term sponsorship options.
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INTRODUCTION
Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.
Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.
JOB DETAILS
Department: Richfield Clinic
FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per pay period)
Workdays: Monday - Friday
Shift: Days
Shift Length: 8 hours
Location: In-Person
Other: RN licensure preferred
Bilingual: Spanish/English preferred
Purpose of this position: The Practice Manager 2 Community Clinic is responsible for administrative support for the clinical and clerical services of their respective practice(s). This position partners with the Medical Director(s) and with administrators and other managers as appropriate. Responsibilities include overall leadership and accountability for efficient and effective patient flow within the practice, the satisfaction of all customers (patients, physicians, employees), budgeting, and long-term planning.
Responsibilities
- Actively manages team members and daily clinic operations by directly observing team members and clinic processes, using those observations to train team members, drive accountability, and recognize opportunities for improvement
- As the major interface between team members and management in the clinic, proactively identifies barriers to achievement and partners with all parties to develop improvement plans
- Works towards achieving superior levels of patient satisfaction and quality ratings
- Utilizes independent judgement to develop and operate clinic site(s), in accordance with best practices
- Interprets and enforces departmental and hospital policies and procedures, as well as all applicable regulatory standards
- Develops and oversees the implementation of annual plans and budget with Administrative and Medical Director (manages expenses and volume) as they relate to clinical services
- Works with Providers to improve access and service quality through the promotion of clinic efficiency and effectiveness
- Provides support for Providers in resolving problems, planning new services, and addressing issues so that they can effectively practice medicine
- Builds and maintains active community relationships
- Other functions as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education / Work Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in business or health-related profession
- Three or more years of progressive experience managing a physician office practice or ambulatory care setting
OR
- Completion of a post master’s healthcare administrative fellowship
OR
- An approved equivalent combination of training and experience (combination of education and relevant experience to total at least seven years)
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Knowledge of relevant corporate compliance laws, healthcare regulations, and organizational policies.
- Ability to drive results and implement plans
- Working knowledge of continuous quality improvement principles
- Facilitation/coaching skills, both with individuals and with teams
- Financial management skills including the ability to develop and maintain budgets
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Ability to serve as a Patient Centered Care role model
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to analyze, distill, and display data and draw conclusions
- Ability to plan, organize, schedule, and prioritize work
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across the organization
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective leadership skills including team building and coaching
- Effective time management skills
- Analytical and planning skills
- Ability to be proactive and results oriented
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to be visible to physicians and team members
- Ability to attend to personal and professional learning needs
- Strong computer skills to process own work and understand the work of team members
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- RN Licensure
- Master’s in a healthcare related field or business
- Three to five years of experience managing clinics with highly diverse patient populations
You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
Total Rewards Package:
- We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
- We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
- For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.
Primary Location
Location: MN-Richfield-Richfield Clinic
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)
Shift Detail: Day
Job Level: Manager
Employee Status: Regular
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Union/Non Union: Non-Union
Min: $49.96
Max: $74.94
Job Posting: Oct-30-2026
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Search Healthcare Jobs in MinnesotaHealthcare OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
Which healthcare companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Minnesota?
Minnesota's largest health systems, including Mayo Clinic, Allina Health, M Health Fairview, HealthPartners, and Essentia Health, have histories of hiring international students on F-1 OPT for clinical research, health informatics, and administrative roles. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and varies by role, department, and the employer's internal immigration policy at the time of hiring.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Twin Cities metro, Minneapolis and Saint Paul, concentrates the greatest number of healthcare F-1 OPT opportunities due to the density of hospital systems, specialty clinics, and health tech companies headquartered there. Rochester is a secondary hub given Mayo Clinic's substantial research and clinical operations. Duluth also has a smaller but active healthcare employment market through Essentia Health.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that directly align with a student's field of study are the most straightforward fit for F-1 OPT. In Minnesota healthcare, this commonly includes health informatics analysts, clinical research coordinators, biomedical engineers, public health specialists, and medical laboratory scientists. Roles requiring licensure, such as direct patient-care positions, may have additional credentialing requirements that affect how quickly OPT employment can begin.
How do I find healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students seeking OPT-eligible roles and lets you filter by visa type, state, and industry, making it straightforward to surface healthcare F-1 OPT positions in Minnesota. Beyond browsing Migrate Mate, networking directly with hiring managers at Minnesota health systems and attending University of Minnesota or Mayo Clinic career events can surface openings before they are broadly listed.
Are there any state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in Minnesota healthcare?
Minnesota requires professional licensure for many direct-care healthcare roles, and OPT authorization alone does not satisfy those licensing requirements. Students in STEM-designated health programs, such as biomedical engineering or health data science, may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, which meaningfully lengthens the window for employer sponsorship. Confirming that your specific degree program qualifies under STEM OPT rules with your Designated School Official before applying is an important early step.