E-3 Visa Physical Therapist Jobs
Physical Therapist roles qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations when tied to a relevant degree, and Australian PTs are well-positioned for U.S. sponsorship given persistent workforce shortages across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and rehabilitation networks. The E-3 has no lottery, renews indefinitely, and your employer files the Labor Condition Application before you apply at the consulate.
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Your job is more than a job.
Make Every Step Count! As a Burn Physical Therapist no two days—and no two patients—are alike. You'll guide patients through their rehabilitation journey, whether they are recovering from neurological conditions, illness, injury, or physical trauma. Along the way, you'll encourage, support, and prepare them for success while collaborating with physicians, nurses, case managers, and families to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
This Burn Physical Therapist position is primarily for the inpatient Burn Unit, with occasional floating to acute once burn responsibilities are completed.
And while you focus on helping patients achieve extraordinary progress, we'll focus on providing the tools, support, and opportunities you need to grow your expertise and make an even greater impact.
Your Everyday Impact
- Lead, prioritize, coordinate, and manage all aspects of rehabilitation care for your patients.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to align treatment goals and optimize patient outcomes.
- Deliver therapy services consistent with each patient's individualized plan of care.
- Maintain a safe, supportive environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, progress, and discharge recommendations.
- Communicate significant changes in patient condition and coordinate care across the rehabilitation team.
- Reassess patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed based on clinical findings and regulatory guidelines.
- Provide direction and support to ancillary staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Accurately document evaluations, interventions, patient progress, and outcomes.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to program excellence.
- Perform age-appropriate evaluations and uphold accreditation and regulatory standards.
Excellence in Practice
- Maintain accurate productivity, billing, and clinical documentation.
- Participate in Quality Management and Performance Improvement initiatives.
- Support compliance with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
- Serve as a clinical resource for colleagues, leadership, and interdisciplinary team members.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and team members to support optimal outcomes.
- Participate in team conferences, department meetings, and organizational initiatives.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to both new and experienced staff members.
- Assume lead therapist responsibilities when assigned.
âś… What You'll Need
- Current Louisiana Physical Therapist License with State of Louisiana Physical Therapy Board.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a rehabilitation or similar clinical setting.
- Certifications in specialty areas such as Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, Vestibular Rehabilitation, or Women's Health.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Join Us
If you're passionate about helping patients regain strength, restore function, and reclaim independence, we'd love to meet you. Bring your expertise, compassion, and commitment to excellence—and help create life-changing outcomes every day.
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)
LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary.
About University Medical Center
University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.
Your extras
- Deliver healthcare with heart.
- Give people a reason to smile.
- Put a little love in your work.
- Be honest and real, but with compassion.
- Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
- Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
- See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
- Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
- Love what makes you, you - because we do.
You are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
Simple things make the difference.
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To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.
-
To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.
-
To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.
-
To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
INTRODUCTION
Your job is more than a job.
Make Every Step Count! As a Burn Physical Therapist no two days—and no two patients—are alike. You'll guide patients through their rehabilitation journey, whether they are recovering from neurological conditions, illness, injury, or physical trauma. Along the way, you'll encourage, support, and prepare them for success while collaborating with physicians, nurses, case managers, and families to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
This Burn Physical Therapist position is primarily for the inpatient Burn Unit, with occasional floating to acute once burn responsibilities are completed.
And while you focus on helping patients achieve extraordinary progress, we'll focus on providing the tools, support, and opportunities you need to grow your expertise and make an even greater impact.
Your Everyday Impact
- Lead, prioritize, coordinate, and manage all aspects of rehabilitation care for your patients.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to align treatment goals and optimize patient outcomes.
- Deliver therapy services consistent with each patient's individualized plan of care.
- Maintain a safe, supportive environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, progress, and discharge recommendations.
- Communicate significant changes in patient condition and coordinate care across the rehabilitation team.
- Reassess patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed based on clinical findings and regulatory guidelines.
- Provide direction and support to ancillary staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Accurately document evaluations, interventions, patient progress, and outcomes.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to program excellence.
- Perform age-appropriate evaluations and uphold accreditation and regulatory standards.
Excellence in Practice
- Maintain accurate productivity, billing, and clinical documentation.
- Participate in Quality Management and Performance Improvement initiatives.
- Support compliance with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
- Serve as a clinical resource for colleagues, leadership, and interdisciplinary team members.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and team members to support optimal outcomes.
- Participate in team conferences, department meetings, and organizational initiatives.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to both new and experienced staff members.
- Assume lead therapist responsibilities when assigned.
âś… What You'll Need
- Current Louisiana Physical Therapist License with State of Louisiana Physical Therapy Board.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a rehabilitation or similar clinical setting.
- Certifications in specialty areas such as Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, Vestibular Rehabilitation, or Women's Health.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Join Us
If you're passionate about helping patients regain strength, restore function, and reclaim independence, we'd love to meet you. Bring your expertise, compassion, and commitment to excellence—and help create life-changing outcomes every day.
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)
LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary.
About University Medical Center
University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.
Your extras
- Deliver healthcare with heart.
- Give people a reason to smile.
- Put a little love in your work.
- Be honest and real, but with compassion.
- Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
- Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
- See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
- Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
- Love what makes you, you - because we do.
You are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
Simple things make the difference.
-
To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.
-
To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.
-
To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.
-
To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Physical Therapist
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
U.S. employers and state licensing boards need proof your Australian PT degree meets entry-level equivalency. A foreign credential evaluation from a DOL-recognized agency removes that uncertainty before any employer conversation starts.
Target hospital systems with active LCA histories
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find employers who have filed LCAs for Physical Therapist roles. Repeat filers already understand the E-3 process, which shortens the sponsorship conversation significantly.
Find E-3 sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to search Physical Therapist jobs filtered by employers with E-3 sponsorship history. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Confirm your state PT license timeline with the employer
You can't practice until you're licensed in the state where you'll work, and license processing varies by state. Align the employer's start date with your realistic licensure timeline so your visa status doesn't begin before you can legally treat patients.
Ask employers to file the LCA under your specific job site
The DOL LCA must list the actual worksite address, not just a corporate headquarters. If you'll rotate between clinics or work at a hospital outpatient department, confirm the employer understands how to handle multi-location LCA filings before the process begins.
Negotiate the offer before the LCA is certified
Once the employer files the LCA, the prevailing wage is locked to that offer. Finalize your salary, job title, and hours before the DOL submission so you're not constrained by terms you'd have renegotiated if you'd known they become binding at that stage.
E-3 Visa Physical Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Physical Therapist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter Physical Therapist positions by employers who have E-3 or LCA filing history, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who have never sponsored an Australian before.
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 Physical Therapist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Physical Therapy requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree in the U.S., and the role meets the specialty occupation definition because a specific bachelor's-level or higher degree in PT or a related field is the standard entry requirement. Your Australian PT degree, once evaluated for U.S. equivalency, satisfies that requirement.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Physical Therapists?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, has a 10,500-slot annual cap that has never been exhausted, and requires no lottery. The H-1B visa is lottery-based, with a roughly 25% selection rate in recent years for the general cap. For Australian PTs, the E-3 is far more predictable: your employer files an LCA, you attend a consulate interview in Australia, and there's no waiting on a random draw.
Can I start working before my state PT license is approved?
No. The E-3 visa authorizes you to enter the U.S. for employment, but practicing physical therapy without a valid state license violates state law regardless of your visa status. Some states issue a temporary or provisional license during the NPTE processing period, which can bridge the gap, but you should confirm your specific state's rules with the licensing board before your start date.