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Addiction Therapist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which lets U.S. employers permanently sponsor foreign counseling professionals. Behavioral health organizations, residential treatment centers, and hospital systems regularly file PERM applications for licensed clinicians, making direct employer sponsorship a realistic path to lawful permanent residency.
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We are seeking a Medical Director Addiction Medicine Physician (M.D. or D.O.) providing comprehensive addiction medicine care to patients with substance use disorders.
The position would be 20% Methadone (MAT) Clinic, 20% New Horizons Out-patient Clinic, 55% Administrative and 5% In-patient oversight.
In-patient Unit has 20 beds.
We also have a Methadone Clinic supporting approximately 620 patients.
Position would manage and have oversight of 5 Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioners and 1 Physician.
Must be board certified/eligible.
Must have completed an ACGME accredited Addiction Medicine fellowship.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS New Horizons Outpatient Addiction Medicine
Primary Work Shift:
Day
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$0.00 - $0.00 per hour, depending on experience
The physician would perform histories and physical exams and medication management visits, and offers medical care for complications of substance use disorders, as clinically appropriate. Engages in all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis and treatment. Orders labs, EKGs, and other tests as clinically indicated. Leads and/or attends multidisciplinary team meetings in the Addiction Medicine Department.
This is for our UHS Addiction Medicine Clinic located at Binghamton General Hospital. Office hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Salary Range: $310,249 - $326,600 annually plus stipend for Medical Director role.
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Medical Director Addiction Medicine Physician (M.D. or D.O.) providing comprehensive addiction medicine care to patients with substance use disorders.
The position would be 20% Methadone (MAT) Clinic, 20% New Horizons Out-patient Clinic, 55% Administrative and 5% In-patient oversight.
In-patient Unit has 20 beds.
We also have a Methadone Clinic supporting approximately 620 patients.
Position would manage and have oversight of 5 Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioners and 1 Physician.
Must be board certified/eligible.
Must have completed an ACGME accredited Addiction Medicine fellowship.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS New Horizons Outpatient Addiction Medicine
Primary Work Shift:
Day
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$0.00 - $0.00 per hour, depending on experience
The physician would perform histories and physical exams and medication management visits, and offers medical care for complications of substance use disorders, as clinically appropriate. Engages in all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis and treatment. Orders labs, EKGs, and other tests as clinically indicated. Leads and/or attends multidisciplinary team meetings in the Addiction Medicine Department.
This is for our UHS Addiction Medicine Clinic located at Binghamton General Hospital. Office hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Salary Range: $310,249 - $326,600 annually plus stipend for Medical Director role.
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Addiction Therapist
Verify your licensure transfers across state lines
PERM requires your credentials to meet the job's minimum requirements on the filing date. Confirm your home-country counseling degree is evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service before your employer submits the labor certification to DOL.
Target behavioral health systems with E-Verify enrollment
Residential treatment centers and hospital-affiliated outpatient programs enrolled in E-Verify are already set up to handle work-authorization compliance, which signals readiness for the additional PERM and I-140 filing steps your sponsorship requires.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Addiction Therapist openings by employers with active green card filing history. This surfaces behavioral health organizations that have already navigated PERM for clinical roles, cutting out exploratory outreach to employers unfamiliar with the process.
Clarify licensure requirements before PERM is filed
The PERM job description locks in minimum qualifications. If your employer lists a specific state license as a requirement, confirm you can obtain it within the adjustment-of-status timeline, since gaps between filing and approval can create compliance issues.
Understand the EB-3 priority date before accepting an offer
For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current or close to current, meaning your I-485 adjustment of status can be filed relatively quickly after I-140 approval without a multi-year backlog wait.
Request a concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing where eligible
Once your employer's I-140 is approvable and your EB-3 priority date is current, USCIS allows concurrent filing of the I-140 and I-485. This compresses your overall green card timeline and lets you apply for an EAD while the petition is pending.
Green Card Addiction Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Addiction Therapist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Addiction Therapist positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field. Roles requiring a master's degree, such as licensed professional counselor or LCSW positions at clinical director level, may qualify under EB-2 if the employer can demonstrate an advanced degree is a standard minimum requirement for the position.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Addiction Therapist roles?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with an annual cap and lottery, while PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads directly to permanent residency with no lottery and no annual numerical cap at the EB-3 professional level for most nationalities. PERM takes longer, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification through I-485 approval, but the outcome is a green card rather than a two- or three-year work authorization period that must be renewed.
Which types of employers typically sponsor Addiction Therapists for green cards?
Behavioral health hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, residential substance use treatment programs, and community mental health centers are the most active sponsors for Addiction Therapist PERM cases. These organizations often have in-house immigration counsel or established relationships with immigration attorneys, which streamlines the PERM and I-140 process for foreign clinicians they want to retain long-term.
How can I find Addiction Therapist jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search Addiction Therapist openings filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Because PERM filings are public DOL records, the platform can show you which behavioral health organizations have previously filed labor certifications for clinical roles, so you're targeting employers who already understand the process rather than negotiating sponsorship from scratch.
Does my foreign counseling degree meet PERM minimum requirements for Addiction Therapist roles?
DOL requires that you meet the PERM job's minimum qualifications at the time the labor certification is filed, not at the time of interview. A foreign degree in counseling, psychology, or social work typically satisfies the requirement if evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service. Your employer's immigration attorney should confirm the equivalency before the PERM application is submitted to avoid a denial.