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Patient Care Assistant jobs with green card sponsorship are available through U.S. healthcare employers willing to file PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. EB-3 is the most common pathway for this role, covering skilled workers with at least two years of experience and leading to lawful permanent residence.
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Get Access To All JobsPRIMARY LOCATION:
UofL Outpatient Center
ADDRESS:
401 E. Chestnut St.
Louisville, KY 40202
SHIFT:
First Shift (United States of America)
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Clinical Assistant provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the supervision and delegation of the Registered Nurse. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Clinical Assistant is responsible for the care of the patient. The Clinical Assistant adheres to and is supportive of the hospital and the department of Nursing mission and philosophy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values
- Performs delegated nursing skills, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
- May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel. These skills include, but are not limited to, the collection of specimens, use of specialized equipment, restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. Communicates performance of these skills to the patient’s Registered Nurse and other members of the healthcare team
- Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
- Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs
- Assists with transport
- Performs clerical duties; use of a fax machine, computers, medical transcription, telephone, and copy machines may be required
Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning. Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety standards. Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
- Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct
- Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations
- Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
- Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
- Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Performs other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Experience in healthcare setting (preferred)
CERTIFICATION:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
- State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred)
PRIMARY LOCATION:
UofL Outpatient Center
ADDRESS:
401 E. Chestnut St.
Louisville, KY 40202
SHIFT:
First Shift (United States of America)
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Clinical Assistant provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the supervision and delegation of the Registered Nurse. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Clinical Assistant is responsible for the care of the patient. The Clinical Assistant adheres to and is supportive of the hospital and the department of Nursing mission and philosophy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values
- Performs delegated nursing skills, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
- May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel. These skills include, but are not limited to, the collection of specimens, use of specialized equipment, restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. Communicates performance of these skills to the patient’s Registered Nurse and other members of the healthcare team
- Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
- Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs
- Assists with transport
- Performs clerical duties; use of a fax machine, computers, medical transcription, telephone, and copy machines may be required
Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning. Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety standards. Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
- Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct
- Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations
- Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
- Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
- Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Performs other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Experience in healthcare setting (preferred)
CERTIFICATION:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
- State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Patient Care Assistant
Verify your credentials meet EB-3 requirements
EB-3 skilled worker classification requires at least two years of training or experience in patient care. Gather documentation like CNA certificates, BLS certification, and reference letters from supervisors before any employer begins your PERM case.
Target healthcare systems with active PERM filings
Large hospital networks and long-term care chains file PERM labor certifications regularly for direct-care roles. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history specifically for Patient Care Assistant and related healthcare support positions.
Understand what the PERM recruitment test means for your timeline
Before DOL certifies your PERM, your employer must run a formal recruitment test showing no qualified U.S. workers are available. This process typically takes several months and must be completed before the I-140 petition can be filed with USCIS.
Check your priority date against the USCIS Visa Bulletin
Employment-based green cards have per-country annual limits, so nationals from high-demand countries like India and China can face significant backlogs even after PERM certification. Your priority date is the date DOL received your PERM application.
Use OFLC Wage Search to know your prevailing wage tier
DOL sets four prevailing wage levels for each occupation and location. Your employer's offered wage must meet or exceed the level used in your PERM filing. Knowing your tier in advance helps you evaluate whether an offer will clear the DOL wage requirement.
Ask employers directly about their PERM filing experience
Some healthcare employers sponsor green cards only for nurses or higher-credential roles and treat Patient Care Assistants as outside their sponsorship policy. Confirm during the interview process whether they have completed PERM filings for this specific job title before accepting an offer.
Green Card Patient Care Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Patient Care Assistant qualify for an EB-3 green card?
Yes. Patient Care Assistants typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, then an I-140 petition with USCIS. You don't need a bachelor's degree, but documented experience and credentials like CNA certification strengthen the case.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, while H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status. For Patient Care Assistants, H-1B is generally unavailable because the role does not meet the specialty occupation requirement. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 goes through PERM labor certification at DOL, then I-140 at USCIS, then adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country backlogs apply.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Patient Care Assistant roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history for direct-care and healthcare support positions, searchable by role and location. Focus on large hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies, as these employers file PERM labor certifications more regularly than smaller practices or outpatient clinics.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers?
If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 is approved, AC21 portability may allow you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also transfer to a new employer's petition. These are separate rules, and both conditions must be evaluated carefully with your new employer before switching jobs.
What documents should I prepare before approaching an employer about green card sponsorship?
Gather your CNA or state certification, BLS card, employment verification letters confirming at least two years of patient care experience, educational transcripts, and any specialty training records. DOL's PERM recruitment test requires the employer to document that no qualified U.S. workers applied, so your credentials must be clearly on file before the process starts. Use O*NET to confirm how your duties align with the official occupation definition.