H-1B Visa PT Jobs

Physical therapist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. Hospitals, rehabilitation networks, and outpatient clinics regularly file H-1B petitions for licensed PTs. The 60-day grace period applies if your position ends, giving you time to secure a new sponsoring employer.

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Open Jobs1,178+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type90% On-site
Median Salary$56K
Top LocationCharlotte, NC
Most JobsTurner & Townsend Pty Limited

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Bozeman Health
Patient Service Representative- AMI (PT- 0.5 FTE, Variable Shift)
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Bozeman Health
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Patient Service Representative- AMI (PT- 0.5 FTE, Variable Shift)
Bozeman Health
Bozeman, Montana
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Medical Coding & Billing
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High School

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Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc
Staff PT
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Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc
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Staff PT
Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc
Brooklyn, New York
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
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Atrium Health
Registered Respiratory Therapist SE, Atrium Health CMC, PT Dayshift, varied
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Atrium Health
New 14h ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist SE, Atrium Health CMC, PT Dayshift, varied
Atrium Health
Charlotte, North Carolina
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
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Lafayette Health Ventures
Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute
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Lafayette Health Ventures
New 17h ago
Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute
Lafayette Health Ventures
New Orleans, Louisiana
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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Einstein Community Health Associates
Patient Care Tech - Emergency Trauma Center (PT - Evening) - Jefferson Abington
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Einstein Community Health Associates
New 22h ago
Patient Care Tech - Emergency Trauma Center (PT - Evening) - Jefferson Abington
Einstein Community Health Associates
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in PT

Verify your DPT meets H-1B requirements

USCIS requires a directly related bachelor's degree or higher for specialty occupation status. A DPT satisfies this, but if your degree is from a foreign institution, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before employers begin the LCA process.

Target rehab networks with LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter PT roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for physical therapist positions. This tells you which organizations have active H-1B sponsorship infrastructure, not just stated willingness to sponsor.

Confirm state licensure before your start date

Your H-1B petition is tied to a specific state worksite. USCIS requires you to hold a valid PT license in that state before your employment begins. Delays in state board processing can jeopardize your petition timeline, so initiate licensure applications as soon as you have a job offer.

Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer

Your employer must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for physical therapists in your worksite's metropolitan area. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so you know whether the salary proposed meets the Level I or Level II threshold for your location.

Ask about premium processing before accepting the offer

Standard H-1B adjudication can take several months. If your OPT or other status expires before approval, ask the employer upfront whether they will file Form I-907 for premium processing, which USCIS typically adjudicates within 15 business days.

Check the O*NET profile to support your petition

If your employer needs to document specialty occupation status for USCIS, the O*NET profile for physical therapists confirms the role requires a professional-level degree. Share this with your employer's attorney if an RFE cites specialty occupation as a concern.

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PT H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Do PT roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?

Yes. Physical therapist positions qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because USCIS recognizes that a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree is the standard entry-level requirement for the profession. Your employer documents this in the LCA and I-129 petition. The O*NET profile for physical therapists further supports the degree requirement if USCIS issues an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.

Which types of employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for PTs?

Hospital systems, inpatient rehabilitation centers, outpatient orthopedic clinics, and long-term care networks are the most common H-1B sponsors for physical therapists. Travel PT staffing agencies also sponsor H-1B petitions, though the petition must name a specific worksite. Browse Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filings for PT positions in your target location.

Can I change PT employers after my H-1B is approved?

Yes, under H-1B portability rules you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you have been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer must file before your current status expires and must obtain a new LCA for the new worksite.

Does my PT license transfer if my H-1B moves to a new state?

State PT licensure does not transfer automatically. If your employer amends your H-1B to add a worksite in a different state, you must apply for licensure in that state and hold a valid license before practicing there. Some states offer reciprocity or expedited endorsement, but you cannot rely on this as a given. Plan for a gap of several weeks to months between application and activation.

How does a PT staffing or travel assignment affect H-1B sponsorship?

Travel PT contracts create H-1B compliance complexity because each new facility placement may constitute a new worksite requiring an amended LCA and, in some cases, an amended I-129 petition. Your sponsoring staffing agency is the employer of record and carries the filing obligation. Confirm before signing a travel contract that the agency has a documented H-1B amendment process for assignment changes.

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