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Physical Therapist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer files with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Hospitals, rehabilitation networks, and outpatient clinics regularly sponsor foreign PTs for permanent residency.
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Explore opportunities with Atrinity Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice
- Current CPR certification
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
- Available to work a weekend rotation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and 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. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Explore opportunities with Atrinity Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice
- Current CPR certification
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
- Available to work a weekend rotation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and 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. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Physical Therapist
Verify your credential equivalency early
Foreign PT degrees must clear FCCPT or CGFNS evaluation before a U.S. employer can file PERM. Start the evaluation process before applying, since delays here stall the entire green card timeline.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Search the OFLC Wage Search to identify hospitals and rehab groups that have filed PT-specific PERM applications. Prior filings signal an employer already understands the sponsorship process, reducing delays on your end.
Search green card PT roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Physical Therapist roles by employers with EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to facilities that have never sponsored a foreign worker.
Understand the prevailing wage requirement
DOL sets a prevailing wage for your specific PT role, location, and experience level. Your offer letter salary must meet or exceed this figure before PERM can proceed, so confirm the wage tier during offer negotiation.
Ask about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
If a visa number is immediately available for your country, your employer can file the I-140 and your I-485 adjustment of status simultaneously with USCIS, cutting your wait for work authorization significantly.
Clarify who manages the PERM recruitment steps
PERM requires your employer to run a documented recruitment campaign before filing. Confirm whether their HR team or an outside immigration firm handles this, since gaps in the recruitment record are a common PERM denial trigger.
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Find Physical Therapist JobsPhysical Therapist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Physical Therapist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most PT positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring a professional degree, though candidates holding a Doctor of Physical Therapy and additional specialized credentials may qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals. Your employer's immigration attorney determines the category based on the specific job requirements and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Physical Therapists?
Unlike H-1B, EB-3 green card sponsorship carries no annual cap lottery, so your application isn't subject to random selection. PERM sponsorship takes longer overall, typically three to five years for most countries, but it leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status that expires. For countries with shorter backlogs, concurrent filing can compress that timeline considerably.
What credential and licensing steps must I complete before PERM can be filed?
Your foreign PT degree must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency through FCCPT or a comparable credential evaluation body. You'll also need to pass the NPTE administered by FSBPT and hold a valid state license before most employers will initiate PERM, since the labor certification requires the role to be filled by a fully qualified worker.
How do I find Physical Therapist employers who sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to filter PT job listings by employers with documented EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. You can also search DOL's OFLC Wage Search database to identify facilities that have filed PT-specific PERM applications, which confirms they've navigated the process before and are more likely to do so again.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm working on a different visa status?
Yes. Employers can begin PERM labor certification while you're on H-1B, TN, or another nonimmigrant status. The PERM and I-140 stages don't require you to change status. You'll only need to file for adjustment of status or consular processing once a visa number becomes available for your country and preference category.
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