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Therapist jobs at Orlando Health span inpatient, outpatient, and specialty care settings across its hospital system and rehabilitation network. The organization supports international candidates through multiple visa pathways, making it a realistic target for foreign-trained therapists pursuing clinical careers in Central Florida.
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About Orlando Health Medical Group
Orlando Health Medical Group is a comprehensive physician group serving patients from across the southeastern United States. With more than 200 practices and 1,200 physicians, Orlando Health Medical Group has a strong representation in over 55 specialties, including cardiology, vascular medicine, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, neurology, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, women’s health, primary care and the largest hospitalist program in Florida.
Orlando Health Medical Group is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year.
Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
Orlando Health Offers Great NEW Competitive Pay and Great Benefits Package that Includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
- Life Insurance
- Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
- Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Car Insurance
- Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt
Job Summary
Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.
Responsibilities:
What you will do
- Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
- Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
- Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
- Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
- Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provides care for patients in non-critical care units.
- Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program. Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Instructs clinical practicum students.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
- Intermediate floor training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
- Basic computer/mechanical training required.
- None.
- Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
- Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
- Preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).
Position Summary:
About Orlando Health Medical Group
Orlando Health Medical Group is a comprehensive physician group serving patients from across the southeastern United States. With more than 200 practices and 1,200 physicians, Orlando Health Medical Group has a strong representation in over 55 specialties, including cardiology, vascular medicine, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, neurology, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, women’s health, primary care and the largest hospitalist program in Florida.
Orlando Health Medical Group is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year.
Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
Orlando Health Offers Great NEW Competitive Pay and Great Benefits Package that Includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
- Life Insurance
- Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
- Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Car Insurance
- Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt
Job Summary
Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.
Responsibilities:
What you will do
- Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
- Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
- Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
- Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
- Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provides care for patients in non-critical care units.
- Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program. Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Instructs clinical practicum students.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
- Intermediate floor training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
- Basic computer/mechanical training required.
- None.
- Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
- Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
- Preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).
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Get Your Credentials Evaluated Before Applying
Foreign therapy degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service before Orlando Health can assess your qualifications. Submit transcripts early, delays here stall the entire offer and sponsorship timeline.
Confirm State Licensure Requirements for Florida
Florida requires active state licensure for most therapist roles. If your license is pending, clarify with the hiring team upfront whether Orlando Health will extend a conditional offer while you complete the Florida Department of Health licensing process.
Target Specialty Units With Consistent Hiring Activity
Orlando Health's rehabilitation, behavioral health, and pediatric units post Therapist openings more consistently than general wards. Focusing your applications on these service lines improves your odds of reaching a recruiter who regularly works with sponsored candidates.
Ask Directly About Sponsorship During Screening
Not every recruiter automatically routes international applicants to HR legal. When you reach the phone screen stage, ask whether the role is eligible for H-1B or TN sponsorship. This surfaces any internal eligibility restrictions before you invest further in the process.
Find Open Therapist Roles Using Migrate Mate
Searching for sponsored Therapist positions across a large health system is time-consuming. Use Migrate Mate to filter Orlando Health's open roles by visa sponsorship type, so you apply only to positions where sponsorship is confirmed rather than assumed.
Understand the PERM Timeline for Permanent Residency
Orlando Health sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for qualifying Therapists, but the PERM labor certification process filed with DOL typically takes 12 to 18 months before USCIS petition filing even begins. Raise this pathway in negotiations after receiving your initial offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Orlando Health sponsor H-1B visas for Therapists?
Yes, Orlando Health sponsors H-1B visas for Therapist roles that meet the specialty occupation standard. Therapy positions requiring a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a specific clinical field generally qualify. Because H-1B cap-subject petitions are subject to an annual lottery, timing your offer and filing relative to USCIS's registration window in March is critical to your sponsorship path.
How do I apply for Therapist jobs at Orlando Health?
Applications go through Orlando Health's careers portal, where you can filter by department and location. If you want to identify only roles where visa sponsorship has been confirmed, Migrate Mate lets you browse Orlando Health's Therapist openings filtered by visa type before you apply, saving time spent on positions that won't support international candidates.
Which visa types does Orlando Health commonly use for Therapist roles?
Orlando Health supports H-1B, TN visa, J-1 visa, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, EB-2, and EB-3 for Therapist positions. TN visas apply to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying therapy occupations. J-1 visa is typically used for clinical exchange programs. EB-2 and EB-3 are the standard Green Card pathways for therapists who remain with the organization long term.
What qualifications does Orlando Health expect for sponsored Therapist roles?
Orlando Health generally requires a relevant clinical degree, such as a Master of Social Work, Doctor of Physical Therapy, or Master of Occupational Therapy, along with active or pending Florida state licensure. For H-1B eligibility specifically, USCIS requires the role to mandate a specific degree field, so generalist job descriptions that list broad degree requirements can complicate sponsorship. Roles with defined specialty requirements are stronger candidates.
How long does the sponsorship and hiring process take for Therapist roles at Orlando Health?
From offer to start date, expect a minimum of three to six months for H-1B transfers or cap-exempt filings. Cap-subject H-1B petitions tie your start date to October 1, the federal fiscal year start, so an offer made in early spring may mean a six-month wait. PERM-based Green Card processes filed through DOL add an additional 12 to 24 months beyond the initial petition stage.