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Healthcare Assistant roles can qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as health sciences or public health. Hospitals, long-term care networks, and outpatient clinics file LCAs with DOL before sponsoring, and cap-subject petitions enter the annual lottery capped at 85,000 slots.
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Health Center Assistant (HCA)
At Harmony, compassionate care and clinical excellence come together to support individuals during critical stages of recovery. Our Health Center plays a vital role in the safety, stabilization, and well-being of clients in detoxification and treatment services.
As a Health Center Assistant (HCA), you’ll be an essential part of the clinical care team, supporting licensed nursing staff by providing direct client care, monitoring, documentation, and operational support in a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, empathetic, and comfortable working closely with clients experiencing substance use disorders.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with client admissions, including checking vital signs, weighing clients, assisting with exams, and completing substance use checks.
- Safely conduct luggage searches and properly dispose of contraband items according to policy.
- Provide routine care and monitoring of clients throughout the detoxification process.
- Observe clients for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report concerns to licensed nursing staff.
- Accurately and thoroughly document client information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Facilitate timely delivery of client meals.
- Safely transport clients to and from medical appointments as needed.
- Collect prescribed medications from pharmacies and reconcile medication orders.
- Respond appropriately during medical or facility emergencies.
- Inventory medications and medical supplies and communicate ordering needs to the Nurse Manager.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and properly organized client charts.
- Follow all infection control and safety procedures, including proper hand hygiene, use of PPE, and disposal of soiled materials.
- Adhere to all confidentiality and privacy requirements, including HIPAA, HITECH, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational policies.
- Support overall health center operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant care environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support client care and department operations.
What You Bring
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Three to six months of experience in a medical or healthcare setting preferred.
- QMAP designation preferred.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately complete documentation.
- Ability to establish priorities, manage time effectively, and adapt quickly in a clinical environment.
- Personal maturity demonstrated through sound judgment and professional decision-making.
- Willingness to learn about substance use disorders, treatment approaches, and related medications.
- Ability to interact with clients and families with empathy, professionalism, and appropriate boundaries.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- Physical health sufficient to navigate stairways, access all areas of the facility, assist with ambulation, and perform CPR.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in a clinical setting requiring prolonged standing, walking, and exposure to medical environments.
Position Details
- Status: Full-Time
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Pay Type: Hourly
- Department: Health Center
- Reports To: Nurse Manager
Why You’ll Value This Role
- Meaningful, hands-on work supporting clients during critical moments of recovery.
- Collaborative clinical environment with strong nursing leadership.
- Opportunities to develop healthcare skills in addiction medicine and clinical support.
- A mission-driven organization committed to compassionate, ethical, and client-centered care.
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Healthcare Assistant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires the Healthcare Assistant role to specifically require a bachelor's degree in a related field. Check the O*NET occupation profile for your job code to confirm the degree requirement language before you apply.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Healthcare Assistant roles by employers with verified DOL LCA filings. This tells you which healthcare organizations have already committed to the H-1B sponsorship process for this role category.
Confirm your credentials are USCIS-ready
Gather your official transcripts, any credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator if your degree is foreign, and your current immigration documents before approaching employers. Delays in credential verification can push filing past the April lottery deadline.
Ask about cap-exempt status during screening
Hospitals affiliated with a nonprofit research institution or a university may qualify as cap-exempt employers, letting you skip the H-1B lottery entirely. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status before accepting an offer if lottery timing is a concern.
Negotiate your start date around filing windows
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed in early April for an October 1 start. If an employer extends an offer in May, your earliest work start is the following October, so build that timeline into your offer discussion rather than discovering it after signing.
Understand prevailing wage before salary talks
DOL sets a prevailing wage for Healthcare Assistant roles by location and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your target metro area so you enter salary negotiations knowing what the LCA must certify.
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Find Healthcare Assistant JobsHealthcare Assistant H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Healthcare Assistant role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to be a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as health sciences, public health, or healthcare administration. A Healthcare Assistant role framed around general support tasks without a degree requirement won't qualify. The job description must specify the degree requirement for the petition to succeed.
How do I find Healthcare Assistant employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows Healthcare Assistant roles filtered by employers with active DOL LCA filing history, so you can see which organizations have sponsored H-1B workers in this role category rather than guessing. Large hospital systems, outpatient networks, and nonprofit healthcare employers are the most common sponsors, as they have in-house HR and legal resources to manage the filing process.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Healthcare Assistant contract ends?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another nonimmigrant status, or depart the U.S. During that window you're not authorized to work, but you can interview and accept a new offer. Your new employer must file a new H-1B petition, and you can start once USCIS receives and accepts it, assuming you're transferring within the same cap year.
Can a Healthcare Assistant role qualify for cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if your employer is a nonprofit affiliated with a university, a nonprofit research organization, or a governmental research institution. Many major academic medical centers and teaching hospitals qualify as cap-exempt, which means USCIS accepts petitions year-round without the April lottery. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status before accepting an offer, as the distinction significantly changes your timeline for getting authorized to work.
What documents does my employer need to file an H-1B for a Healthcare Assistant role?
Your employer first files a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying the prevailing wage for your role and location. Once the LCA is certified, they file Form I-129 with USCIS along with your academic credentials, a copy of your current visa status documents, and a support letter describing why the role requires a bachelor's degree. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator is typically required.
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