Green Card Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs
Physical Therapy Assistant roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 immigrant petition. Rehab networks, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics regularly sponsor foreign PTAs, making this a realistic path to permanent residency.
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Conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Oversees physical therapy aides/technicians in performing treatment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
- Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
- Documents treatment interventions given.
- Coordinates activities of physical therapy aides, students, and other support personnel.
- Supervises PTA students completing clinical rotations.
Skills and Attributes:
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Position Requirements:
Work Experience
- NA minimum of 1 year Physical Therapy experience required.
Education
- Associate's degree or higher in Physical Therapy Assistant required upon hire.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- PTA - Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
- Driver - Valid driver's license and 21 years of age required upon hire AND
- BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.
Organizational Responsibilities:
Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.
Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: (Clinical-Hospital)
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Sitting: Occasionally
Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently
Climbing: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Frequently
Kneeling: Occasionally
Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Occasionally
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:
Risk Level: Low-Risk
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
Weekend Requirements: N/A
Work Hours: 0800-1630
Status: Part Time - 0.5 FTE (40 hours per pay period)
Entity: Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital
Department: Home Health
Job Summary:
Conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Oversees physical therapy aides/technicians in performing treatment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides physical therapy interventions under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
- Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
- Documents treatment interventions given.
- Coordinates activities of physical therapy aides, students, and other support personnel.
- Supervises PTA students completing clinical rotations.
Skills and Attributes:
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Position Requirements:
Work Experience
- NA minimum of 1 year Physical Therapy experience required.
Education
- Associate's degree or higher in Physical Therapy Assistant required upon hire.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- PTA - Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
- Driver - Valid driver's license and 21 years of age required upon hire AND
- BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.
Organizational Responsibilities:
Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.
Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: (Clinical-Hospital)
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Sitting: Occasionally
Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently
Climbing: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Frequently
Kneeling: Occasionally
Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Occasionally
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:
Risk Level: Low-Risk
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
Weekend Requirements: N/A
Work Hours: 0800-1630
Status: Part Time - 0.5 FTE (40 hours per pay period)
Entity: Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital
Department: Home Health
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Physical Therapy Assistant
Verify your PTA credential equivalency early
Foreign-trained PTAs often need a CGFNS or similar credential evaluation before PERM can proceed. Get your degree and clinical hours assessed against U.S. state licensure standards before your employer starts the labor certification process.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Skilled nursing facilities, hospital rehabilitation departments, and home health agencies file PERM petitions far more often than small private clinics. Use Migrate Mate to filter Physical Therapy Assistant roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship activity.
Confirm state licensure before the PERM audit stage
PERM requires you to meet the minimum requirements listed in the job description on the filing date. If your state PTA license is pending or conditional, DOL can flag your case, so secure full licensure before your employer submits.
Understand how EB-3 sidesteps H-1B lottery risk
EB-3 sponsorship has no annual cap at the petition stage and no lottery. Your employer files a PERM application with DOL, then an I-140 with USCIS, putting you on a permanent residency track instead of a renewable temporary status.
Ask employers about concurrent I-485 filing eligibility
If your USCIS priority date is current when your I-140 is approved, you can file for adjustment of status at the same time, shortening your wait significantly. Confirm this with your sponsoring employer before accepting an offer.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your PTA role in their specific geographic area. Cross-check their offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search before signing, since a wage below the prevailing level will invalidate the PERM filing.
Green Card Physical Therapy Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Physical Therapy Assistant jobs commonly qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Physical Therapy Assistant is classified as a skilled occupation requiring specialized training and state licensure, which fits the EB-3 skilled worker category. Rehab networks, long-term care facilities, and hospital systems regularly file PERM applications for foreign PTAs when they cannot find qualified U.S. workers through standard recruitment efforts documented to DOL standards.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a PTA role?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation with a bachelor's degree requirement and is subject to an annual lottery, making it unreliable for PTA roles. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no lottery, no annual cap at the petition stage, and leads directly to permanent residency. The trade-off is a longer process: PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months before the I-140 is even filed.
What is the PERM labor certification process for a Physical Therapy Assistant?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL certifying that they conducted a good-faith recruitment process, posted the role at the required prevailing wage, and found no qualified U.S. workers. For PTA positions, this typically includes job postings, state workforce agency listings, and documentation of all applicants reviewed. DOL either certifies the application or audits it for additional evidence.
Where can I find Physical Therapy Assistant jobs that specifically offer green card sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by green card sponsorship status, so you end up applying to roles where the employer has no PERM history and may decline to sponsor. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you find Physical Therapy Assistant openings at employers with documented employment-based sponsorship activity so you're not starting from scratch with every application.
Can I switch PTA employers while my green card case is in progress?
Changing employers restarts the PERM process from the beginning because the labor certification and I-140 are tied to the specific sponsoring employer and job offer. Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days and your I-140 is approved, USCIS portability rules may allow a move to a similar PTA role without losing your priority date.