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Home Care Physical Therapist jobs with green card sponsorship follow the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring PERM labor certification before your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Physical therapists typically qualify under EB-3 with a qualifying degree, though advanced credentials may support EB-2. Priority date backlogs vary by country of birth.
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DFW Home Health is hiring for a full-time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA to join our passionate team in Fort Worth, Texas!
Explore opportunities with DFW Home Health, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Physical Therapist Assistant you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training
- Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
- Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
- Available to work a weekend rotation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
Pay Range
- $58,241 - $87,361 annual total cash target pay
- $33.60 - $50.40 per visit point
- $28.00 - $42.00 hourly rate
Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of "direct" and "indirect" patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
DFW Home Health is hiring for a full-time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA to join our passionate team in Fort Worth, Texas!
Explore opportunities with DFW Home Health, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Physical Therapist Assistant you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training
- Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
- Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
- Available to work a weekend rotation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
Pay Range
- $58,241 - $87,361 annual total cash target pay
- $33.60 - $50.40 per visit point
- $28.00 - $42.00 hourly rate
Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of "direct" and "indirect" patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM labor certification requires the job description to match your actual credentials. Confirm your physical therapy degree is evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. accredited PT degree before your employer posts the PERM recruitment ads, since credential mismatches after filing cause costly delays.
Check your priority date before accepting offers
Your country of birth determines your place in the EB-2 or EB-3 queue, not your citizenship. Indian and Chinese nationals face significantly longer waits. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin before committing to a sponsoring employer so you can plan your timeline realistically.
Target agencies with active PERM filing history
Home care agencies, hospital-affiliated outpatient networks, and large rehabilitation groups are the most consistent EB-3 sponsors for home care PT roles. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history filtered specifically to physical therapy occupations.
Understand the PERM recruitment test your employer must run
DOL requires employers to complete a formal recruitment test, including job ads, before filing PERM. If the employer finds a qualified U.S. applicant, your PERM gets denied. Ask prospective sponsors how recently they ran PERM for a PT role to gauge their process familiarity.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary negotiation
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage DOL certifies for home care physical therapist roles in your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area before negotiating, so you know the floor the employer is legally bound to meet.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a same or similar PT role without restarting the green card process from PERM.
Green Card Home Care Physical Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category do most home care physical therapists qualify under?
Most home care PTs qualify under EB-3, which covers professionals holding a qualifying bachelor's degree in physical therapy. If you hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, you may qualify under EB-2 as an advanced-degree professional. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine the appropriate category based on the job requirements and your credentials.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a PT role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with DOL, then an I-140 petition with USCIS, then adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of high-demand countries can face priority date backlogs before a visa number becomes available.
What does PERM labor certification mean for my job offer?
PERM requires your employer to test the U.S. labor market by running recruitment ads and confirming no qualified U.S. workers applied for the role. DOL must certify the application before your employer can file the I-140 petition. The job duties and wage in your offer letter must match the certified PERM exactly throughout this process.
How do I find home care employers who actively sponsor green cards for physical therapists?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history in physical therapy occupations. Many home care agencies sponsor green cards regularly but don't advertise it in job postings, so searching by sponsorship history rather than job boards alone significantly narrows your list to realistic targets.
Can I change home care employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, under two separate rules. If your I-140 petition is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 so you don't lose your place in the queue. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change to the same or a similar physical therapist occupation without your green card case being affected.