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The Department of Health Professions in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) at James Madison University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Occupational Therapy Program. This 12-month renewable term appointment begins July 1, 2027.
The successful candidate will serve as Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) while also functioning as core faculty, with responsibilities that include teaching, advising graduate students, supervising research, and coordinating admissions. The Occupational Therapy Program is ACOTE-accredited and maintains a 100% NBCOT pass rate. The position offers opportunities for collaboration across Health Professions programs and throughout the College.
The successful candidate will join a highly engaged faculty at a nationally recognized public university. CHBS is committed to fostering a welcoming, innovative environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service while promoting collaboration, belonging, and meaningful community impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Serve as core faculty teaching graduate courses in an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Serve as the Director to JMU’s Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES).
- Advise graduate students.
- Mentor graduate student research and, where appropriate, disseminate student work.
- Serve as the admissions coordinator.
- Participate in community-based outreach and training programs in areas of expertise.
- Participate in service at the departmental, college, university, and professional levels.
- Assist in ongoing curricular development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist.
- Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Virginia, or eligible for Virginia licensure with the requirement to obtain by August 10, 2027.
- Commitment to interprofessional education and evidence-based teaching practices.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree awarded by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
- Strong record of scholarly experience.
- Evidence of professional service.
- Special consideration will be given to applicants with clinical expertise in adult practice and rehabilitation.
- Evidence of an active scholarly agenda.
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION
Applicants must submit:
- (1) faculty profile,
- (2) cover letter addressing teaching, leadership, and scholarship experience,
- (3) leadership philosophy (uploaded under "Other Document #1"),
- (4) teaching philosophy,
- (5) curriculum vitae, and
- (6) contact information for three professional references.
JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO STATEMENT
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
LOCATION
Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Health Professions in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) at James Madison University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Occupational Therapy Program. This 12-month renewable term appointment begins July 1, 2027.
The successful candidate will serve as Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) while also functioning as core faculty, with responsibilities that include teaching, advising graduate students, supervising research, and coordinating admissions. The Occupational Therapy Program is ACOTE-accredited and maintains a 100% NBCOT pass rate. The position offers opportunities for collaboration across Health Professions programs and throughout the College.
The successful candidate will join a highly engaged faculty at a nationally recognized public university. CHBS is committed to fostering a welcoming, innovative environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service while promoting collaboration, belonging, and meaningful community impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Serve as core faculty teaching graduate courses in an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Serve as the Director to JMU’s Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES).
- Advise graduate students.
- Mentor graduate student research and, where appropriate, disseminate student work.
- Serve as the admissions coordinator.
- Participate in community-based outreach and training programs in areas of expertise.
- Participate in service at the departmental, college, university, and professional levels.
- Assist in ongoing curricular development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist.
- Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Virginia, or eligible for Virginia licensure with the requirement to obtain by August 10, 2027.
- Commitment to interprofessional education and evidence-based teaching practices.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree awarded by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
- Strong record of scholarly experience.
- Evidence of professional service.
- Special consideration will be given to applicants with clinical expertise in adult practice and rehabilitation.
- Evidence of an active scholarly agenda.
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION
Applicants must submit:
- (1) faculty profile,
- (2) cover letter addressing teaching, leadership, and scholarship experience,
- (3) leadership philosophy (uploaded under "Other Document #1"),
- (4) teaching philosophy,
- (5) curriculum vitae, and
- (6) contact information for three professional references.
JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO STATEMENT
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
LOCATION
Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
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Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to define the minimum qualifications in the job posting before recruitment begins. Document your advanced clinical degree, licensure, and progressive leadership experience now so your credentials match the posted requirements exactly and avoid a denial.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Filter Director of Clinical Services roles on Migrate Mate to find healthcare organizations with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have completed PERM before shortens your path considerably compared to cold-applying to unknown sponsors.
Prioritize multi-facility health systems over single clinics
Large integrated health systems and hospital networks have established relationships with immigration counsel and recurring PERM filings. Single-site clinics often lack the HR infrastructure to manage a multi-year sponsorship process, increasing the risk your case stalls after an offer.
Get your prevailing wage category confirmed early
Your employer submits a prevailing wage request to DOL before PERM recruitment starts. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level III and Level IV wages for your SOC code and metropolitan area so you can negotiate an offer that meets or exceeds the certified wage.
File the I-140 concurrently to lock in your priority date
Once PERM is certified, ask your employer to file the I-140 immediately rather than waiting. For nationals of high-demand countries, your priority date determines your place in line for a green card number, and earlier filing directly affects how long adjustment of status takes.
Understand AC21 portability before changing jobs mid-process
If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, you can change employers under AC21 as long as the new Director of Clinical Services role is in the same or a similar occupation. Confirm the occupational similarity with USCIS standards before accepting a new offer.
Green Card Director of Clinical Services: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Clinical Services role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Director of Clinical Services positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because they require an advanced degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a clinical specialty, often with several years of progressive management experience. If the role accepts a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, EB-2 still applies. EB-3 covers positions where a bachelor's degree alone meets the minimum requirement.
How is the PERM green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every three years. PERM is the first step toward lawful permanent residence, with no expiration once the green card is granted. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct a formal DOL-supervised recruitment test to confirm no qualified U.S. workers are available, followed by I-140 petition filing and adjustment of status or consular processing. Priority date backlogs can affect nationals of India and China.
How long does the PERM labor certification process take for clinical leadership roles?
DOL does not publish guaranteed timelines, and processing can vary based on case volume and whether an audit is triggered. The recruitment phase alone typically spans several months before the PERM application is filed. Healthcare roles that require highly specific credentials and licensure are sometimes audited, which extends the process further. Filing the I-140 promptly after PERM certification locks in your priority date regardless of subsequent processing delays.
Where can I find Director of Clinical Services jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists healthcare employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history, searchable by location and role. Because PERM filings are part of the public DOL disclosure record, Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsoring organizations rather than relying on self-reported employer claims, which helps you focus your applications on organizations already set up to sponsor.
Can I switch employers if my green card case is already in progress?
Yes, under AC21 job portability you can change employers once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new Director of Clinical Services role is in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also be retained when a new employer files a fresh I-140 on your behalf, protecting your place in the queue.