H-1B Visa Occupational Therapist Jobs
Occupational therapist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS criteria, requiring at least a master's degree in occupational therapy. Hospitals, rehabilitation networks, and pediatric clinics sponsor H-1B petitions for OTs, with cap-subject filings subject to the annual 85,000-slot lottery each April.
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Illinois
Position Summary:
As an outpatient pediatric clinician, you will have the chance to work with many children from birth to age twenty-one. Our teammates are dedicated to the treatment of our young patients, providing individualized one-to-one attention and customized plans of care to meet your child’s needs. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend sessions so they can carry skills and home exercises into their child's daily life. Ivy's rewarding work environment allows multi-disciplinary collaboration and mentorship while maintaining autonomy and growth that is specific to each of our clinician's passions and expertise.
Join Ivy Rehab’s dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.
Job Description:
Pediatric Occupational Therapist - PRN
Afternoon hours
At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!
We are seeking an outpatient pediatric therapist, who is a big kid at heart, to join our dedicated team at Ivy Rehab. Let’s come together to provide patients with access to world-class care and outcomes for those in need of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. By promoting authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for providing exceptional care to every single patient, we provide the resources and support necessary to invest in our clinicians.
Why Choose Ivy?
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Best Employer: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Modern Healthcare, signifying excellence in our industry and providing an outstanding workplace culture.
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Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
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Exceeding Expectations: Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
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Incentives Galore: Eligibility for full benefits package beginning within your first month of employment. Bi-weekly productivity bonuses, generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plans, paid holidays, and annual CEU (Continuing education) incentives. Tax free student loan repayment options, sign-on bonus, or relocation assistance.
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Empowering Values: Live by values that prioritize teamwork, growth, and serving others.
Commitment to Clinical Excellence:
We take pride in the extraordinary accomplishments of our clinicians. How will Ivy Rehab invest in you?
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Exceptional Support: Many opportunities for mentorship and peer-to-peer learning. Professional Education Planning (PEP) using specialization road maps.
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Limitless CEU Learning: Live and on-demand subscriptions, free course seats, generous discounts, and annual CEU reimbursement. Multiple in-house hosted courses offered for our pediatric and orthopedic clinicians.
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Growth & Development: Reward and recognition for skill development and professional accomplishments through our Clinical Career Ladder. Multiple leadership programs to provide the tools necessary for career growth.
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Residency Programs: Build your expertise and specialization with multiple program options including pediatric-focused residencies for PT, OT, and SLP. Learn more here!
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Partnership Opportunity: Industry leading De Novo equity partnership model. Fully supported and backed by Ivy, open your own clinic(s) in your local community!
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Patient-First Mentality: Reasonable caseloads so you can spend more time with your patients focusing on their individualized treatment plan.
At Ivy, we foster a culture of lifelong learning. Experienced teammates are encouraged to become certified clinical instructors and mentor students.
Position Qualifications:
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Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
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Current or pending licensure as an Occupational Therapist within the respective state.
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Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
State of Location:
Illinois
Position Summary:
As an outpatient pediatric clinician, you will have the chance to work with many children from birth to age twenty-one. Our teammates are dedicated to the treatment of our young patients, providing individualized one-to-one attention and customized plans of care to meet your child’s needs. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend sessions so they can carry skills and home exercises into their child's daily life. Ivy's rewarding work environment allows multi-disciplinary collaboration and mentorship while maintaining autonomy and growth that is specific to each of our clinician's passions and expertise.
Join Ivy Rehab’s dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.
Job Description:
Pediatric Occupational Therapist - PRN
Afternoon hours
At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!
We are seeking an outpatient pediatric therapist, who is a big kid at heart, to join our dedicated team at Ivy Rehab. Let’s come together to provide patients with access to world-class care and outcomes for those in need of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. By promoting authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for providing exceptional care to every single patient, we provide the resources and support necessary to invest in our clinicians.
Why Choose Ivy?
-
Best Employer: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Modern Healthcare, signifying excellence in our industry and providing an outstanding workplace culture.
-
Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
-
Exceeding Expectations: Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
-
Incentives Galore: Eligibility for full benefits package beginning within your first month of employment. Bi-weekly productivity bonuses, generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plans, paid holidays, and annual CEU (Continuing education) incentives. Tax free student loan repayment options, sign-on bonus, or relocation assistance.
-
Empowering Values: Live by values that prioritize teamwork, growth, and serving others.
Commitment to Clinical Excellence:
We take pride in the extraordinary accomplishments of our clinicians. How will Ivy Rehab invest in you?
-
Exceptional Support: Many opportunities for mentorship and peer-to-peer learning. Professional Education Planning (PEP) using specialization road maps.
-
Limitless CEU Learning: Live and on-demand subscriptions, free course seats, generous discounts, and annual CEU reimbursement. Multiple in-house hosted courses offered for our pediatric and orthopedic clinicians.
-
Growth & Development: Reward and recognition for skill development and professional accomplishments through our Clinical Career Ladder. Multiple leadership programs to provide the tools necessary for career growth.
-
Residency Programs: Build your expertise and specialization with multiple program options including pediatric-focused residencies for PT, OT, and SLP. Learn more here!
-
Partnership Opportunity: Industry leading De Novo equity partnership model. Fully supported and backed by Ivy, open your own clinic(s) in your local community!
-
Patient-First Mentality: Reasonable caseloads so you can spend more time with your patients focusing on their individualized treatment plan.
At Ivy, we foster a culture of lifelong learning. Experienced teammates are encouraged to become certified clinical instructors and mentor students.
Position Qualifications:
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Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
-
Current or pending licensure as an Occupational Therapist within the respective state.
-
Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Occupational Therapist
Verify your OT credentials meet H-1B requirements
USCIS requires a U.S.-equivalent master's degree in occupational therapy for H-1B approval. If you trained abroad, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before applying to any employer.
Target hospital systems with cap-exempt status
Nonprofits affiliated with universities and qualifying research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time of year. Pediatric hospitals and academic medical centers are the most common OT employers with this status.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by occupational therapist roles on Migrate Mate to find employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application filings confirm active H-1B sponsorship for your occupation code, skipping employers who say they sponsor but lack a track record.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before signing
Your offer salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your OT specialty and work location. Run your job title and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to flag any shortfall that could block LCA certification.
Ask about premium processing during the offer stage
Standard H-1B adjudication can take several months. Confirm in writing whether your employer will use premium processing, which brings a USCIS decision within 15 business days. Many OT employers approve it for roles with a hard start date.
Align your state OT license timeline with the filing window
Most states require a full OT license before you can practice independently. If your license is pending, ask your employer to note supervisory arrangements in the I-129 petition so USCIS doesn't flag an unlicensed specialty occupation claim.
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Does an occupational therapist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS classifies occupational therapy as a specialty occupation because it requires at least a master's degree in occupational therapy as a standard entry-level requirement for the profession. The O*NET occupation profile and Bureau of Labor Statistics both confirm the master's-level education requirement, which satisfies the theoretical and practical application test USCIS uses.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for occupational therapists?
Hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, school districts, and pediatric clinics are the most active H-1B sponsors for OT roles. Nonprofits affiliated with universities or research institutions are particularly valuable because they are cap-exempt, allowing them to file petitions year-round rather than competing in the April lottery. You can find verified sponsors on Migrate Mate by filtering for occupational therapist roles.
Can I work as an occupational therapist on H-1B before my state license is fully issued?
It depends on the state and the job structure. Some states allow graduates to practice under supervision with a temporary license while awaiting full licensure. If your employer structures the H-1B petition around a supervisory arrangement, USCIS may approve it, but the petition must clearly document the supervision requirements. Confirm your specific state's temporary licensure rules with your employer before filing.
What happens to my H-1B status if I switch from one OT employer to another?
H-1B portability under AC21 lets you transfer to a new employer once your petition has been pending for at least 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires. You can start working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed and accepted.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect OT job offers?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify a Labor Condition Application with DOL confirming your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for your OT job title and work location. Wages are tiered by experience level. If your offer falls below the certified prevailing wage, DOL will reject the LCA and the H-1B petition cannot proceed. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify your wage tier before finalizing any offer.
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