Healthcare Jobs in Minnesota with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
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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ROLE OVERVIEW
LifeStance Health is seeking a Registered Nurse Or a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide ongoing care for our patients under the direction of clinical supervisors including physicians. You will be caring for individuals in our clinic setting as they navigate the mental health experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations and management of clinical therapies under the direction of the Physician.
- Create a positive, relaxing, and professional work environment.
- Greet and room patients, obtain weight and vitals, review any relevant medical information and current medications, start and administer therapies, administer medications as indicated and ordered.
- Review all screeners related to patient’s appointment and alert physician if abnormal or high scores are reported.
- Provide clear patient instructions and education regarding treatments.
- Ensure all relevant documentation and consents are signed before starting treatment.
- Ensure adequate medication dosages and confirm accurate dose before administration of medication.
- Before starting treatment ensure correct patient identification is obtained, chairside.
- Monitor and assess patients thoroughly throughout their stay.
- Assess patient’s physical and mental status before allowing to discharge from the clinic. Alerting physician and ensuring corrective action is taken if needed.
- Maintain all clinical logs to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Ensure clinic prep is complete for the next shift.
- Review intakes and collaborate with physician regarding new patients.
- Maintain and securely store patient charts.
- Establish professional relationships with new and existing patients.
- Timely submission of charting and documentation requirements for each patient.
- Maintain an orderly configuration for the storage of supplies, including vial expiration and sufficient levels of the required supply.
- Monitor and report inventory requirements needed for daily operation.
- Maintain and comply with DEA regulations of controlled substances.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Ensure patient education folders and handouts are made and available.
- Occasionally assist with daily nursing tasks as available and when needed (IE: Rooming patients, charting, med refills, PA’s, responding to telephone encounters, referrals, etc.).
Skills and Experience
- Associate degree in nursing is required; Bachelor’s in nursing is preferred
- RN or LPN
- 1+ year of experience in a related clinical position
- Current/active state license
- Current BLS certification
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Office
- Previous experience with an EMR/EHR
- Ability to multi-task and handle changing priorities
- Medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
- Understanding of documentation standards
- Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening
- Exposure and understanding of mental health disorders and management for treatment
- Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States
LifeStance is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
- Demonstrates awareness, inclusivity, sensitivity, humility, and experience in working with individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, sexual orientations, gender identities, and other various aspects of culture.
Physical Requirements
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential

ROLE OVERVIEW
LifeStance Health is seeking a Registered Nurse Or a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide ongoing care for our patients under the direction of clinical supervisors including physicians. You will be caring for individuals in our clinic setting as they navigate the mental health experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations and management of clinical therapies under the direction of the Physician.
- Create a positive, relaxing, and professional work environment.
- Greet and room patients, obtain weight and vitals, review any relevant medical information and current medications, start and administer therapies, administer medications as indicated and ordered.
- Review all screeners related to patient’s appointment and alert physician if abnormal or high scores are reported.
- Provide clear patient instructions and education regarding treatments.
- Ensure all relevant documentation and consents are signed before starting treatment.
- Ensure adequate medication dosages and confirm accurate dose before administration of medication.
- Before starting treatment ensure correct patient identification is obtained, chairside.
- Monitor and assess patients thoroughly throughout their stay.
- Assess patient’s physical and mental status before allowing to discharge from the clinic. Alerting physician and ensuring corrective action is taken if needed.
- Maintain all clinical logs to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Ensure clinic prep is complete for the next shift.
- Review intakes and collaborate with physician regarding new patients.
- Maintain and securely store patient charts.
- Establish professional relationships with new and existing patients.
- Timely submission of charting and documentation requirements for each patient.
- Maintain an orderly configuration for the storage of supplies, including vial expiration and sufficient levels of the required supply.
- Monitor and report inventory requirements needed for daily operation.
- Maintain and comply with DEA regulations of controlled substances.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Ensure patient education folders and handouts are made and available.
- Occasionally assist with daily nursing tasks as available and when needed (IE: Rooming patients, charting, med refills, PA’s, responding to telephone encounters, referrals, etc.).
Skills and Experience
- Associate degree in nursing is required; Bachelor’s in nursing is preferred
- RN or LPN
- 1+ year of experience in a related clinical position
- Current/active state license
- Current BLS certification
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Office
- Previous experience with an EMR/EHR
- Ability to multi-task and handle changing priorities
- Medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
- Understanding of documentation standards
- Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening
- Exposure and understanding of mental health disorders and management for treatment
- Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States
LifeStance is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
- Demonstrates awareness, inclusivity, sensitivity, humility, and experience in working with individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, sexual orientations, gender identities, and other various aspects of culture.
Physical Requirements
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
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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.
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