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Physical Therapy Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree or higher and is classified as a specialty occupation. Employers in hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and rehabilitation networks have active H-1B filing histories. Roles are typically filed under SOC code 31-2021.
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At Houston Methodist, the Physical/Occupational Therapy Technician (PT/OT Tech) position is responsible for assisting PT/OT staff and members of the direct patient team with treatment procedures as assigned under the direct supervision of a licensed staff either in an outpatient or inpatient setting. This position performs delegated activities that include but are not limited to: patient mobility, assist patient in practicing exercises or functional activities, transport patients to and from treatment areas, equipment inspection and maintenance, supply procurement and stocking, infection control processes, and variety of basic office functions. The PT/OT Technician position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to rehabilitation standards and guidelines established by the department to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Experience
Experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers
- Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment
- Demonstrates professional and technical competence in the following of treatment plans
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including but not limited to organizing workflows and actively participating in problem-solving
- Ability to provide a supportive and engaging environment that enhances the quality of life for patients
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Interacts with patients, staff and other departments in a caring and courteous manner. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Functions as a team member, responding willingly and positively to colleagues’ needs for assistance and partnership. Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Problem-solves, assists other techs.
- Contributes towards improvement of department score in employee satisfaction, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under supervision, assists with delegated treatment plan activities, i.e. patient mobility, assist patient in practicing exercises or functional activities, transport patients, equipment inspection and maintenance, supply procurement, and variety of basic office functions. Assists and provides information related to re-enforcing safety awareness and home exercise program for patients.
- Prepares work areas and equipment such as but not limited to: cleaning/disinfecting, gathering equipment, materials, and supplies to the appropriate work areas.
- Contributes towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team patient’s response to delegated activities. Gathers patient information prior to assign patient’s treatment session.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvement providing recommendations impacting quality and safety targets, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Uses resources efficiently to maximize utilization of time and equipment. Meets labor productivity standards, by effectively managing established daily responsibilities and assignments.
- Assists on gathering data for quality improvement projects, daily charge reconciliation for productivity and inventory of supplies in the department. May, if requested, maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient care procedures performed.
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize tasks for self.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Participates in department projects and hospital committees.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Fosters a positive and constructive patient care environment by engaging co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with department objectives.
- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and department shared governance activities. Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis, including the development of advanced skills.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call: No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Physical/Occupational Therapy Technician (PT/OT Tech) position is responsible for assisting PT/OT staff and members of the direct patient team with treatment procedures as assigned under the direct supervision of a licensed staff either in an outpatient or inpatient setting. This position performs delegated activities that include but are not limited to: patient mobility, assist patient in practicing exercises or functional activities, transport patients to and from treatment areas, equipment inspection and maintenance, supply procurement and stocking, infection control processes, and variety of basic office functions. The PT/OT Technician position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to rehabilitation standards and guidelines established by the department to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Experience
Experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers
- Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment
- Demonstrates professional and technical competence in the following of treatment plans
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including but not limited to organizing workflows and actively participating in problem-solving
- Ability to provide a supportive and engaging environment that enhances the quality of life for patients
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Interacts with patients, staff and other departments in a caring and courteous manner. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Functions as a team member, responding willingly and positively to colleagues’ needs for assistance and partnership. Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Problem-solves, assists other techs.
- Contributes towards improvement of department score in employee satisfaction, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under supervision, assists with delegated treatment plan activities, i.e. patient mobility, assist patient in practicing exercises or functional activities, transport patients, equipment inspection and maintenance, supply procurement, and variety of basic office functions. Assists and provides information related to re-enforcing safety awareness and home exercise program for patients.
- Prepares work areas and equipment such as but not limited to: cleaning/disinfecting, gathering equipment, materials, and supplies to the appropriate work areas.
- Contributes towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team patient’s response to delegated activities. Gathers patient information prior to assign patient’s treatment session.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvement providing recommendations impacting quality and safety targets, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Uses resources efficiently to maximize utilization of time and equipment. Meets labor productivity standards, by effectively managing established daily responsibilities and assignments.
- Assists on gathering data for quality improvement projects, daily charge reconciliation for productivity and inventory of supplies in the department. May, if requested, maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient care procedures performed.
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize tasks for self.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Participates in department projects and hospital committees.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Fosters a positive and constructive patient care environment by engaging co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with department objectives.
- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and department shared governance activities. Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis, including the development of advanced skills.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call: No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Physical Therapy Technician
Verify your credential equivalency early
If your physical therapy or kinesiology degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before applying. USCIS requires proof that your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in a directly related field.
Target employers with rehab department infrastructure
Hospital systems and large outpatient rehab networks are far more likely to have in-house HR processes for H-1B filings than small private practices. Filter your search by employer type to avoid wasting time on clinics that have never sponsored before.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Physical Therapy Technician roles at employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This filters out postings where sponsorship is uncertain and connects you directly with employers already familiar with the process.
Confirm the role meets specialty occupation criteria
Not every PT Technician posting qualifies as a specialty occupation. Ask the employer whether the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a minimum. If the posting says 'preferred' rather than 'required,' the H-1B petition is at risk of an RFE.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before you get to the offer stage so you know the floor.
Clarify filing timing relative to the cap lottery
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed after USCIS selects your registration in April, with an October 1 start date. Ask your prospective employer whether they are cap-exempt, which would allow filing and starting at any point in the year.
H-1B Visa Physical Therapy Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Physical Therapy Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field. If the job description lists a degree in kinesiology, exercise science, or a related discipline as a minimum requirement, it can qualify. Roles that accept any degree or no degree will not meet the specialty occupation standard.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Physical Therapy Technicians?
Hospital systems, large outpatient rehabilitation chains, and university medical centers are the most active sponsors for this role because they have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure for H-1B filings. Migrate Mate shows Physical Therapy Technician postings filtered by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus on roles where sponsorship is already established.
What SOC code is used for Physical Therapy Technician H-1B petitions?
Most H-1B petitions for Physical Therapy Technician roles are filed under SOC code 31-2021, which covers physical therapist assistants and aides. The specific code affects the prevailing wage level your employer must certify on the LCA. You can review the occupational classification in detail through O*NET to confirm your role aligns with this code before the employer files.
Can I start working before October 1 if my H-1B is approved?
Not for cap-subject petitions. If your H-1B is selected in the April lottery and approved, your earliest authorized start date is October 1 of that fiscal year. Some employers, including many hospitals and nonprofits affiliated with higher education, qualify as cap-exempt under USCIS rules and can file and start at any time, bypassing the October 1 restriction entirely.
Does my foreign physical therapy or kinesiology degree qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
A foreign bachelor's degree in a relevant field can qualify, but USCIS requires a formal credential evaluation showing it is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Use a NACES-member evaluation service and get the evaluation completed before you start applying. Without it, your employer cannot confidently include your education credentials in the I-129 petition.