E-3 Visa Medical Social Worker Jobs
Medical Social Worker roles in the U.S. qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field. Australian MSWs can pursue E-3 visa sponsorship without entering the H-1B lottery, with two-year renewable status and no annual cap to worry about.
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Mount Sinai South Nassau provides a salary range in good faith determination of potential compensation to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
Status: Full Time Regular
Shift: EVENING SHIFT
Department: Care Coordination
Position Summary
Social Workers provide services to all types and ages of patients, including infants, children, adolescents, young adults and the elderly.
Responsibilities:
Education Required
- Must complete in-house orientation program
- MSW (Master in Social Work) from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education. (CSWE)
Experience And Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Speaks, reads and writes English
- Prior experience in Social Work in a health care setting or other relevant social work setting is preferred.
License/Certifications
- LMSW (New York State Licensure in Social Work)
- Mandated OMH documentation: Mandated reporter attestation and Code of Conduct
- Screen Certification within 1 month of hire
Working Conditions
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) worn
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
- Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
- Standing for long periods of time.
- Frequent, prolonged standing/walking.
- Ability to lift five pounds.
- Ability to work in confined areas.
- Must be able to respond in an expedient manner for Hospitals Codes (e.g., Code Grey, Code Adam, and Medical Team).
- Frequent telephone usage.
Compensation
Mount Sinai South Nassau provides a salary range in good faith determination of potential compensation to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
Status: Full Time Regular
Shift: EVENING SHIFT
Department: Care Coordination
Position Summary
Social Workers provide services to all types and ages of patients, including infants, children, adolescents, young adults and the elderly.
Responsibilities:
Education Required
- Must complete in-house orientation program
- MSW (Master in Social Work) from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education. (CSWE)
Experience And Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Speaks, reads and writes English
- Prior experience in Social Work in a health care setting or other relevant social work setting is preferred.
License/Certifications
- LMSW (New York State Licensure in Social Work)
- Mandated OMH documentation: Mandated reporter attestation and Code of Conduct
- Screen Certification within 1 month of hire
Working Conditions
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) worn
- Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
- Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
- Standing for long periods of time.
- Frequent, prolonged standing/walking.
- Ability to lift five pounds.
- Ability to work in confined areas.
- Must be able to respond in an expedient manner for Hospitals Codes (e.g., Code Grey, Code Adam, and Medical Team).
- Frequent telephone usage.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Medical Social Worker
Get your ASWB credentials assessed early
Australian social work qualifications vary from U.S. licensing requirements. Have your degree evaluated by a credential assessment body and confirm your state's ASWB licensing board accepts it before approaching employers about sponsorship.
Target health systems with existing LCA histories
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems file Labor Condition Applications regularly. Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure database for employers who have certified LCAs for social worker roles to find sponsors already familiar with the process.
Clarify clinical supervision requirements upfront
Many U.S. states require supervised clinical hours for full licensure. Ask potential employers whether your Australian clinical hours count toward their state's requirements or whether they'll support supervised hours during your E-3 visa period.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA step
The LCA must be certified by the DOL before your consulate appointment, and errors delay the entire timeline. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so nothing stalls your start date.
Negotiate employer-paid prevailing wage documentation
Your offer letter must state a salary meeting the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Confirm this in writing before the LCA is filed. A wage listed below the prevailing threshold will cause DOL to reject the application.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent questions at the consulate
Consular officers assess whether you intend to return to Australia. Have clear documentation of your ties at home, such as property ownership, family, or professional memberships, ready to present at your E-3 interview.
E-3 Visa Medical Social Worker: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Medical Social Worker jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that include E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards, Migrate Mate surfaces employers with active sponsorship history so you can focus on roles where an E-3 offer is genuinely on the table for Medical Social Worker positions.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Medical Social Worker role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a closely related field. The role must theoretically and practically require that specific degree. Positions where any bachelor's degree is accepted regardless of field would not meet the specialty occupation standard. Hospital-based and clinical MSW roles typically qualify clearly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Medical Social Worker roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply at any time of year once you have a job offer. The H-1B is capped at 85,000 per year and requires selection in a random lottery before you can even file. For Australian MSWs, the E-3 is a far more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Can I transfer my Australian social work license to practice in the U.S.?
There is no automatic license transfer. Each U.S. state has its own licensing board and requirements under the ASWB framework. Most require you to pass the ASWB licensure exam and meet supervised clinical hour thresholds. Some states offer a temporary or provisional license while you complete requirements, which is worth confirming with your prospective employer's state board before accepting an offer.