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OT jobs at hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and outpatient clinics regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, and your NBCOT certification and state licensure are central to building a strong sponsorship case.
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Facility Name: Lane Regional Medical Center
Your experience matters
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®.
How you’ll contribute
An Occupational Therapist (OT) who excels in this role:
- Evaluate patient conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to enhance patients’ daily living skills.
- Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and timely.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and families on care planning.
- Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
- Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Applicants should be a graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program. Additional requirements include:
- Experience in inpatient rehab preferred
- Current license to practice occupational therapy.
- CPR certification required
- Familiarity with rehab documentation systems preferred
- Strong interpersonal and documentation skills required
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
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Facility Name: Lane Regional Medical Center
Your experience matters
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®.
How you’ll contribute
An Occupational Therapist (OT) who excels in this role:
- Evaluate patient conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to enhance patients’ daily living skills.
- Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and timely.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and families on care planning.
- Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
- Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Applicants should be a graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program. Additional requirements include:
- Experience in inpatient rehab preferred
- Current license to practice occupational therapy.
- CPR certification required
- Familiarity with rehab documentation systems preferred
- Strong interpersonal and documentation skills required
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
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Verify your credentials before PERM begins
PERM requires your foreign OT degree to be evaluated against U.S. standards. A credential evaluation from a CGFNS-recognized body, combined with your NBCOT certification, gives employers the documentation they need to file without delays.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Large health systems, skilled nursing facility chains, and pediatric hospitals file PERM regularly for OTs. Prioritize employers who have sponsored foreign workers before, they already have immigration counsel and established filing workflows.
Negotiate state licensure support in your offer
Some states require OT licensure before you can start work, but licensure can take weeks. Ask your prospective employer to cover the licensing fees and confirm whether they'll support a delayed start date while your application processes.
Search PERM-sponsoring OT employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter OT roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This cuts the research time of manually cross-referencing DOL PERM disclosure data and surfaces active opportunities faster.
Understand how the OFLC Wage Search affects your offer
Your employer must pay the prevailing wage determined by DOL's OFLC Wage Search for your OT role and work location. Check this figure yourself before signing, accepting a lower offer can complicate or invalidate the PERM filing.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 pathway with your employer
OTs with a master's degree may qualify for EB-2, which can mean a shorter priority date wait for some nationalities. If you hold only a bachelor's, EB-3 is the standard route. Confirm which category your employer's attorney plans to file under before your case starts.
Green Card OT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do OT jobs commonly qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Occupational therapist is a specialty occupation that meets PERM labor certification requirements, and OT shortages in many regions make it easier for employers to demonstrate recruitment efforts. Hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and long-term care facilities regularly sponsor OTs through the EB-3 category, and those with a master's degree may qualify under EB-2.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for OTs?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual cap and lottery, while an employment-based green card leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 petition level. The PERM process takes longer overall, but there's no lottery risk. For OTs from most countries, EB-3 priority dates are currently current, meaning the wait after I-140 approval can be relatively short.
Where can I find OT jobs with employers who sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search OT roles filtered by employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history. This is more reliable than searching general job boards, where sponsorship details are often vague or missing. Migrate Mate pulls from DOL PERM data so you can verify an employer's actual filing history before applying.
What documentation do I need to support my PERM application as a foreign OT?
You'll need a foreign credential evaluation confirming your OT degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's, your NBCOT certification, and state licensure in the state where you'll be working. Your employer's immigration attorney will also need evidence of the recruitment process DOL requires before PERM can be filed.
Can my employer file PERM while I'm on an H-1B or other temporary status?
Yes. Many OTs begin the PERM process while working on H-1B or other temporary authorization. Filing PERM does not affect your current visa status, and an approved I-140 can be used to extend H-1B status beyond six years under AC21 portability rules. Starting PERM early gives you more flexibility if your temporary status approaches its limit.