H-1B Visa Home Care Physical Therapist Jobs
Home Care Physical Therapist jobs qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the role requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree for state licensure. Sponsoring employers file a site-specific LCA for each patient-visit territory, then petition USCIS for a 3-year initial status, extendable to 6 years.
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Full time role but open to part time applicants as well. Retention Bonus’s may be available for this opportunity. Our Homecare Therapists have flexible scheduling options with part and full time openings. You manage your own caseload as well as receive paid mileage and continuing education dollars. We offer a strong network of support for both new graduates as well as experienced therapists. Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Job Description Summary:
Evaluates pediatric and select adult patients for physical therapy due to injury or disease and administers treatment. Fabricates or recommends adaptive equipment and splints, documents evaluation results or patient progress, and provides patient and family education.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Attends continuing education programs and participates in departmental in-service training programs to enhance professional development including participation in EBP.
- Conducts Physical Therapy educational programs for hospital staff, students, and community. Delegates to students from accredited programs, licensed physical therapist assistants, and unlicensed personnel, supervising care provided.
- Develops and administers therapeutic treatment to patients with developmental delay or functional deficits to provide optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities, modalities, and other treatment techniques to meet each patient’s specific needs and achieve therapy goals, observes, and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
- Documents as appropriate and in compliance with requirements of the hospital and accrediting associations. Maintains the administrative functions of individual caseload, including scheduling, entering daily charges, and submitting timely documentation.
- Educates on treatment goals and therapy plans, instructs on therapeutic activities to follow at home, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding.
- Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to maintain functional body joint positions, restrict muscle contractures, prevent deformities, and improve function or mobility. Fits patient and instructs on use of item.
- Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan.
Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, required.
Licensure Requirement:
- State of Ohio licensure in physical therapy, required.
- Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Certifications:
CPR certification no later than 60 days post hire or post expiration, required.
Experience:
One year of physical therapy work experience in a pediatric setting or clinical affiliation in area of pediatrics, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Flexing/extending of neck, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Overview:
Full time role but open to part time applicants as well. Retention Bonus’s may be available for this opportunity. Our Homecare Therapists have flexible scheduling options with part and full time openings. You manage your own caseload as well as receive paid mileage and continuing education dollars. We offer a strong network of support for both new graduates as well as experienced therapists. Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Job Description Summary:
Evaluates pediatric and select adult patients for physical therapy due to injury or disease and administers treatment. Fabricates or recommends adaptive equipment and splints, documents evaluation results or patient progress, and provides patient and family education.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Attends continuing education programs and participates in departmental in-service training programs to enhance professional development including participation in EBP.
- Conducts Physical Therapy educational programs for hospital staff, students, and community. Delegates to students from accredited programs, licensed physical therapist assistants, and unlicensed personnel, supervising care provided.
- Develops and administers therapeutic treatment to patients with developmental delay or functional deficits to provide optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities, modalities, and other treatment techniques to meet each patient’s specific needs and achieve therapy goals, observes, and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
- Documents as appropriate and in compliance with requirements of the hospital and accrediting associations. Maintains the administrative functions of individual caseload, including scheduling, entering daily charges, and submitting timely documentation.
- Educates on treatment goals and therapy plans, instructs on therapeutic activities to follow at home, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding.
- Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to maintain functional body joint positions, restrict muscle contractures, prevent deformities, and improve function or mobility. Fits patient and instructs on use of item.
- Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan.
Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, required.
Licensure Requirement:
- State of Ohio licensure in physical therapy, required.
- Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Certifications:
CPR certification no later than 60 days post hire or post expiration, required.
Experience:
One year of physical therapy work experience in a pediatric setting or clinical affiliation in area of pediatrics, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Flexing/extending of neck, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
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Verify your DPT credential equivalency early
If you earned your physical therapy degree outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a FCCPT-recognized body before applying. USCIS scrutinizes foreign degree equivalency on H-1B petitions for licensed clinical roles, and gaps here trigger Requests for Evidence.
Confirm state licensure before the LCA is filed
Your employer can't certify prevailing-wage compliance on a DOL LCA until you hold a valid state PT license for that jurisdiction. Apply for licensure as soon as you have a conditional offer, since delays push back the entire H-1B filing timeline.
Search employers through Migrate Mate by territory
Home care PT roles span dozens of zip codes under one employer. Use Migrate Mate to find agencies with verified H-1B LCA filing history in your target metro, so you're contacting companies that have already navigated multi-site sponsorship for this role.
Ask how the employer handles multi-site LCAs
Each patient-visit location that falls outside your employer's primary worksite may require its own certified LCA. Ask hiring managers whether they use short-term worksite provisions or file separate LCAs, so you understand your coverage before accepting an offer.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your offer negotiation
DOL sets prevailing wages by county and job zone for physical therapists. Pull the Level I through Level III figures from OFLC Wage Search for every county in your caseload territory before discussing compensation, so you can confirm the offered wage meets certification requirements.
Account for cap timing when planning your start date
H-1B selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current registration window with USCIS before your employer submits. If you're already in H-1B status with another employer, portability lets you start once the new petition is filed, with no waiting for a fresh cap slot.
H-1B Visa Home Care Physical Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Home Care Physical Therapist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Physical therapy practice requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and state licensure, which satisfies the H-1B specialty occupation standard of a minimum bachelor's-level degree in a directly related field. Because the DPT is the entry-level requirement for licensure in every U.S. state, the degree-to-role relationship is direct and defensible at USCIS.
How does the multi-site nature of home care affect H-1B sponsorship?
Each distinct worksite that isn't covered by your employer's primary location may require a separately certified LCA from DOL. Home care agencies with broad service territories typically use short-term worksite provisions for incidental visits or file additional LCAs for recurring locations. Confirm your employer's approach before signing an offer, since uncertified worksites create compliance exposure for both you and the company.
How do I find home care agencies that have sponsored H-1B physical therapists before?
Search Migrate Mate for home care employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in physical therapy roles. Prior filings signal that an agency understands multi-site LCA requirements, has an immigration attorney relationship, and is prepared to navigate the USCIS petition process for clinical staff, which significantly reduces your risk of a sponsorship process falling apart mid-hire.
What documents should I prepare before approaching a home care employer about H-1B sponsorship?
Gather your DPT diploma and transcripts, any foreign credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., your current or pending state PT license documentation, and a copy of your most recent I-94 or visa stamp if you're already in the U.S. Having these ready shows the employer their legal and HR teams can move quickly once an offer is extended.
Can I switch home care employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Because home care PT qualifies under H-1B portability rules, you can start work with a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided you're maintaining valid H-1B status. The new employer must file a fresh LCA covering their service territory and submit their own I-129 petition before your first day.