Green Card Clinical Assistant Jobs
Clinical Assistant roles at hospitals, physician practices, and outpatient clinics can qualify for EB-3 skilled-worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file with DOL to document recruitment efforts before petitioning USCIS for permanent residency. If your clinical credentials and patient-care experience align with the job requirements, green card sponsorship is a realistic path.
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Applicants should submit the following application materials via the secure website:
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of interests and goals
- Names of three professional references
Questions regarding the position and responsibilities should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Fei Liu (feiliu@umich.edu). For questions regarding the application or search process, please contact administrative support staff Melanie LaPointe (melp@umich.edu).
Applications will be accepted and evaluated on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. To optimize your chances, please apply as soon as possible. The search committee plans to begin reviewing applications in May 2025.
Mission Statement
MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.
MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:
- Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.
- Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan School of Dentistry is seeking applications for two full-time, clinical track faculty positions at the Clinical Assistant Professor level within the Department of Biologic and Materials Sciences & Prosthodontics. The salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and credentials.
Further info about the Department of Biologic and Materials Sciences & Prosthodontics may be found at the secure website.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must have a DDS/DMD or equivalent degree. A proven record of prosthodontic teaching, clinical and research experience to complement the department's objectives is desirable. Additionally, involvement in the school's faculty practice is available and encouraged. Responsibilities will focus on predoctoral didactic teaching and pre-clinical/clinical instruction.
Additional Information
The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual-career couples and is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background screening and requires both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates may be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
262383
Working Title
Clinical Track Assistant Professor of Prosthodontics Department of Biologic and Materials Sciences & Prosthodontics
Job Title
CLINICAL ASST PROF
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Dentistry
Department
DENT Bio & Materials Science
Posting Begin/End Date
9/14/2026 - 10/05/2026
Career Interest
Patient Care Services
How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following application materials via the secure website:
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of interests and goals
- Names of three professional references
Questions regarding the position and responsibilities should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Fei Liu (feiliu@umich.edu). For questions regarding the application or search process, please contact administrative support staff Melanie LaPointe (melp@umich.edu).
Applications will be accepted and evaluated on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. To optimize your chances, please apply as soon as possible. The search committee plans to begin reviewing applications in May 2025.
Mission Statement
MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.
MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:
- Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.
- Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan School of Dentistry is seeking applications for two full-time, clinical track faculty positions at the Clinical Assistant Professor level within the Department of Biologic and Materials Sciences & Prosthodontics. The salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and credentials.
Further info about the Department of Biologic and Materials Sciences & Prosthodontics may be found at the secure website.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must have a DDS/DMD or equivalent degree. A proven record of prosthodontic teaching, clinical and research experience to complement the department's objectives is desirable. Additionally, involvement in the school's faculty practice is available and encouraged. Responsibilities will focus on predoctoral didactic teaching and pre-clinical/clinical instruction.
Additional Information
The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual-career couples and is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background screening and requires both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates may be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
262383
Working Title
Clinical Track Assistant Professor of Prosthodontics Department of Biologic and Materials Sciences & Prosthodontics
Job Title
CLINICAL ASST PROF
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Dentistry
Department
DENT Bio & Materials Science
Posting Begin/End Date
9/14/2026 - 10/05/2026
Career Interest
Patient Care Services
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Clinical Assistant
Align your credentials with PERM job requirements
PERM requires your foreign education and clinical training to match the employer's posted minimum requirements exactly. Get your transcripts evaluated by a NACES-accredited agency and confirm your clinical hours are documented before any application.
Target health systems with active EB-3 history
Large hospital networks and multi-site physician groups file PERM more routinely than private solo practices. Filter your search to employers with established HR and legal infrastructure, since they're most likely to absorb the PERM recruitment and filing costs.
Search green-card-sponsoring clinical jobs on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Assistant openings by employers with green card sponsorship history, so you're only applying where EB-3 sponsorship is genuinely on the table rather than asking cold at every stage.
Verify the prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your offered salary must meet the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your specific location and job duties. Check the OFLC Wage Search tool to understand the wage level your employer must certify before the PERM application is submitted.
Negotiate PERM filing commitments during the offer stage
Ask directly whether the employer will sponsor PERM after a standard introductory period, typically six to twelve months. Get written confirmation in your offer letter so expectations around timing and cost responsibility are clear before you join.
Understand how PERM recruitment delays affect your timeline
DOL requires employers to run a documented recruitment campaign before certifying your PERM. If the employer fills the role with a U.S. worker during that window, sponsorship pauses. Build this into your planning so processing delays don't catch you off guard.
Green Card Clinical Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Assistant roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Clinical Assistant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a certificate program, associate degree, or equivalent clinical training rather than an advanced degree. EB-2 is available only if the specific position requires a master's degree or the employer can demonstrate an advanced degree is normally required for the role.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation with at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field and is subject to an annual lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual cap concerns for most nationalities at the skilled-worker level, but it takes longer, typically two to four years from PERM filing to an approved I-485, and results in permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from a Clinical Assistant employer?
The employer must conduct DOL-prescribed recruitment steps, including job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal notices, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. Once DOL certifies the PERM application, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The process typically adds six to eighteen months before the I-140 stage begins, depending on DOL processing times.
How do I find Clinical Assistant jobs where employers are genuinely willing to sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search Clinical Assistant openings filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This saves time compared to applying broadly and raising sponsorship during late-stage interviews. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings before means the HR team already understands the process and has legal resources in place.
Can my clinical training from outside the U.S. count toward PERM minimum requirements?
Yes, foreign clinical education and training can satisfy PERM minimum requirements, but only if your credentials have been formally evaluated by a NACES-accredited credential evaluation service and the resulting equivalency matches what the employer listed in the PERM job description. Discrepancies between your evaluation and the posted requirements can trigger a denial, so confirm the match before the employer submits the application to DOL.