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H-1B visa jobs as an Assistant Clinical Director are open to professionals with a master's or doctoral degree in a clinical field, since USCIS treats this role as a specialty occupation requiring advanced, field-specific education. Employers sponsor H-1B status for up to three years, extendable to six, and must file a certified LCA for each worksite before the I-129 petition.
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The Department of Health Professions in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) at James Madison University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Occupational Therapy Program. This 12-month renewable term appointment begins July 1, 2027.
The successful candidate will serve as Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) while also functioning as core faculty, with responsibilities that include teaching, advising graduate students, supervising research, and coordinating admissions. The Occupational Therapy Program is ACOTE-accredited and maintains a 100% NBCOT pass rate. The position offers opportunities for collaboration across Health Professions programs and throughout the College.
The successful candidate will join a highly engaged faculty at a nationally recognized public university. CHBS is committed to fostering a welcoming, innovative environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service while promoting collaboration, belonging, and meaningful community impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Serve as core faculty teaching graduate courses in an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Serve as the Director to JMU’s Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES).
- Advise graduate students.
- Mentor graduate student research and, where appropriate, disseminate student work.
- Serve as the admissions coordinator.
- Participate in community-based outreach and training programs in areas of expertise.
- Participate in service at the departmental, college, university, and professional levels.
- Assist in ongoing curricular development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist.
- Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Virginia, or eligible for Virginia licensure with the requirement to obtain by August 10, 2027.
- Commitment to interprofessional education and evidence-based teaching practices.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree awarded by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
- Strong record of scholarly experience.
- Evidence of professional service.
- Special consideration will be given to applicants with clinical expertise in adult practice and rehabilitation.
- Evidence of an active scholarly agenda.
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION
Applicants must submit:
- (1) faculty profile,
- (2) cover letter addressing teaching, leadership, and scholarship experience,
- (3) leadership philosophy (uploaded under "Other Document #1"),
- (4) teaching philosophy,
- (5) curriculum vitae, and
- (6) contact information for three professional references.
JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO STATEMENT
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
LOCATION
Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Health Professions in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) at James Madison University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Occupational Therapy Program. This 12-month renewable term appointment begins July 1, 2027.
The successful candidate will serve as Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) while also functioning as core faculty, with responsibilities that include teaching, advising graduate students, supervising research, and coordinating admissions. The Occupational Therapy Program is ACOTE-accredited and maintains a 100% NBCOT pass rate. The position offers opportunities for collaboration across Health Professions programs and throughout the College.
The successful candidate will join a highly engaged faculty at a nationally recognized public university. CHBS is committed to fostering a welcoming, innovative environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service while promoting collaboration, belonging, and meaningful community impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Serve as core faculty teaching graduate courses in an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Serve as the Director to JMU’s Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES).
- Advise graduate students.
- Mentor graduate student research and, where appropriate, disseminate student work.
- Serve as the admissions coordinator.
- Participate in community-based outreach and training programs in areas of expertise.
- Participate in service at the departmental, college, university, and professional levels.
- Assist in ongoing curricular development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist.
- Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Virginia, or eligible for Virginia licensure with the requirement to obtain by August 10, 2027.
- Commitment to interprofessional education and evidence-based teaching practices.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree awarded by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
- Strong record of scholarly experience.
- Evidence of professional service.
- Special consideration will be given to applicants with clinical expertise in adult practice and rehabilitation.
- Evidence of an active scholarly agenda.
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION
Applicants must submit:
- (1) faculty profile,
- (2) cover letter addressing teaching, leadership, and scholarship experience,
- (3) leadership philosophy (uploaded under "Other Document #1"),
- (4) teaching philosophy,
- (5) curriculum vitae, and
- (6) contact information for three professional references.
JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO STATEMENT
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
LOCATION
Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
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Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to clinical administration or a licensed clinical discipline. A master's in healthcare administration, clinical psychology, or a clinical specialty strengthens your specialty occupation argument significantly more than a general management degree.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for Assistant Clinical Director roles in your specific metro area. Pull the OFLC Wage Search figures by SOC code and location before your offer conversation so you know the wage floor going in.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified employer database
Target employers with active H-1B visa LCA filing history for clinical leadership roles. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have sponsored similar positions, so you're not cold-applying to organizations that have never navigated clinical director H-1B visa filings.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If your role spans multiple clinic locations or you transition between facilities under the same health system, each physical worksite requires its own DOL-certified LCA before you can legally work there. Raise this with your employer's immigration counsel early.
Check whether your employer qualifies for cap exemption
Hospitals and health systems affiliated with universities, nonprofit research institutions, or government entities may be cap-exempt, meaning your petition bypasses the annual cap entirely. Confirm your prospective employer's cap status with USCIS before the offer stage.
Document your clinical supervisory scope in writing
USCIS scrutinizes clinical director titles that mix administrative and non-degree-level duties. Get a detailed offer letter that explicitly ties your supervisory, clinical quality, and program oversight responsibilities to your graduate-level clinical training and licensure.
H-1B Visa Assistant Clinical Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Clinical Director role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Assistant Clinical Director roles typically qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires a master's or doctoral degree in a clinical field such as social work, psychology, nursing leadership, or health administration. USCIS evaluates the actual duties, not just the title, so your offer letter and employer support letter must demonstrate that the role demands theoretical and practical application of a specific body of graduate-level knowledge.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Assistant Clinical Director positions?
Large hospital networks, federally qualified health centers, behavioral health organizations, and academic medical centers are the most active sponsors for clinical leadership H-1B roles. Many of these employers have established immigration programs and existing relationships with immigration counsel. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for clinical director-level positions, so you can identify active sponsors before applying.
How does the LCA process work for a multi-site Assistant Clinical Director role?
Your employer must file a separate Labor Condition Application with DOL for each physical worksite where you'll perform work. DOL certifies the LCA within seven business days under standard processing. If you oversee programs across multiple clinics or campuses, your employer's immigration team needs to identify and certify all locations before USCIS will approve the I-129 petition for those sites.
Can an Assistant Clinical Director pursue a green card while on H-1B status?
Yes. The H-1B visa allows dual intent, meaning you can pursue permanent residency without jeopardizing your nonimmigrant status. Many clinical leadership employers sponsor PERM labor certification for long-term hires, and some Assistant Clinical Director roles may qualify for the EB-2 or EB-1C categories depending on the organization's structure and your seniority level.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a different clinical organization?
You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer through H-1B portability, which allows you to begin work for the new sponsor once they file a new I-129 petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous status was valid. The new employer must file a fresh LCA for the new worksite and submit the I-129 before you transition. Your H-1B status period resets to up to three years under the new employer, extendable to six total.