Healthcare STEM OPT Jobs in Oklahoma
Healthcare F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated at major health systems like INTEGRIS Health, OU Health, and Saint Francis Health System in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Roles in health informatics, biomedical engineering, and clinical data analysis commonly qualify, with the state's growing medical research presence creating steady demand for STEM-eligible international graduates.
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Position Title:
Physician - Gastroenterology - New GI physician replace Guild
Department:
Internal Medicine Physicians
Job Description:
Gastroenterologist – General Gastroenterology - Competitive Compensation
Faculty Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Institution Overview
The University of Oklahoma (OU) and OU Health are seeking a Gastroenterologist at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to join Oklahoma’s only comprehensive academic medical center. OU Health delivers advanced, patient-centered care through a multidisciplinary model that integrates clinical excellence, innovative research, and medical education. The Division of Gastroenterology provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for a wide spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders and serves as a referral center for complex cases across the region.
Position Overview
This faculty position offers the opportunity to practice general gastroenterology within a collaborative academic environment. The successful candidate will be focused on providing high-quality outpatient care including a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. While the primary focus is general GI, candidates with a clinical and academic interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) or gastrointestinal motility disorders are strongly encouraged to apply and will be supported in developing or expanding these focus areas within the division.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Patient Services
- Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with general gastrointestinal disorders, including esophageal, gastric, intestinal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary conditions.
- Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures in accordance with evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
- Participate in outpatient clinics, delivering patient-centered, high-quality care.
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team including surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, and advanced practice providers.
- Develop and maintain a focused clinical practice in IBD or motility, if applicable, while supporting the division’s general GI mission.
Program Development & Quality Improvement
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of clinical protocols and care pathways within the Division of Gastroenterology.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, safety, and care efficiency.
- Engage in outreach activities to referring physicians and community partners to strengthen regional GI services.
Research & Education
- Participate in clinical research and scholarly activities consistent with academic rank and professional interests.
- Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers, fostering academic excellence and lifelong learning. As the state’s premier academic institution, the faculty member will have a major role in training gastroenterology fellows.
- Remain current with advances in gastroenterology and integrate emerging evidence into clinical practice.
Qualifications
Education & Training
- MD or DO degree
- Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology
- Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Oklahoma medical license prior to employment and be BC/BE in Gastroenterology.
- Candidates are eligible for faculty appointments through the OU College of Medicine - appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience.
- Continued employment will be contingent upon successfully obtaining Board Certification in the eligibility timeframe of your specialty.
Experience
- Eligible for appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.
- Experience in general gastroenterology required; additional expertise or focused interest in IBD or gastrointestinal motility disorders preferred.
- Prior academic or high-volume clinical experience is desirable; early-career faculty are encouraged to apply.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong clinical and endoscopic skills in general gastroenterology.
- Demonstrated interest in academic medicine, teaching, and mentorship.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Commitment to patient-centered care, quality improvement, and professional development.
Work Environment & Schedule
- Position based at OU Health in Oklahoma City within a modern academic medical center.
- Combination of inpatient and outpatient clinical responsibilities.
- On-call responsibilities shared among gastroenterology faculty.
Responsibilities
- Direct patient care as well as teaching and supervision of residents and fellows, medical students, and other trainees. Will practice in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
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Search Healthcare Jobs in OklahomaHealthcare STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
Which healthcare companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma's largest health systems are the most active sponsors. OU Health and INTEGRIS Health in Oklahoma City, Saint Francis Health System and Ascension St. John in Tulsa, and the Oklahoma State University Medical Center have each supported F-1 STEM OPT workers in technical and clinical-support roles. Smaller specialty clinics and health technology vendors operating in the state also participate, particularly for roles in health informatics and data analytics.
Which cities in Oklahoma have the most healthcare F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Oklahoma City and Tulsa account for the vast majority of healthcare F-1 STEM OPT opportunities in the state. Oklahoma City benefits from the OU Health Sciences Center campus and a concentration of state government health agencies. Tulsa's Saint Francis and Hillcrest health systems, along with the OSU Center for Health Sciences, generate consistent demand. Norman and Edmond see smaller but growing volumes tied to regional hospital expansion.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles must fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code tied to your degree. In healthcare, qualifying positions commonly include biomedical engineer, health informatics analyst, clinical data scientist, bioinformatics specialist, and medical laboratory technician. Roles that are primarily administrative or patient-facing without a technical STEM component, such as general nursing or medical coding, typically do not qualify. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
How do I find healthcare F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Oklahoma?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa type and state, making it straightforward to browse healthcare roles in Oklahoma where employers have documented F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history. Because not every employer openly advertises sponsorship, searching a platform built around verified sponsorship data saves time. Focus your Migrate Mate search on health systems in Oklahoma City and Tulsa and filter for STEM-eligible roles matching your degree's CIP code.
Are there any Oklahoma-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT in healthcare?
Oklahoma requires E-Verify enrollment for all state agency employers and companies contracting with the state, which covers most major public health systems including OU Health. This aligns well with STEM OPT's mandatory E-Verify requirement for sponsoring employers, so those organizations are already compliant. Oklahoma's Certificate of Need regulations limit rapid hospital expansion in some markets, which can affect how quickly new technical roles open at smaller regional facilities outside Oklahoma City and Tulsa.