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Physical therapist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. Hospitals, rehabilitation networks, and outpatient clinics regularly file H-1B visa 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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To organize and conduct medically prescribed treatment programs for adult and pediatric patients to help restore function and prevent disability according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
Description:
- Evaluates new patients, sets objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcome, establishes appropriate treatment programs, and provides documentation of same.
- Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to determine the extent of the patient’s impairment and the prognosis for improvement.
- Carries out appropriate treatment modalities, and re-evaluates the patient as needed, modifying the treatment plan based on patient progress.
- Provides objective, analytic documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and communication with other caregivers.
- Communicates effectively with medical/allied health personnel, regarding patient progress, needs, and discharge planning.
- Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
- Assists in training new personnel as requested by manager.
- Provides guidance and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and affiliating students.
- Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment programs, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
- Attends meetings as required.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in approved education programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
- Maintains daily statistical records of patient activity and charges.
- Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
Qualifications
- Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
- Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Current BLS.
For PT Clinical Specialist, must meet all qualifications noted above, as well as the following:
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serves as a clinical resource for rehabilitation staff in a focused area of clinical expertise; plans and conducts treatment programs for patients.
- Assists management in the planning, development, organization and supervision of the specified clinical specialty area.
- Documentation of Specialist Certification.
Schedule Details:
40 Hours per week, 7a-5p, Monday and Wednesday, or Monday and Friday, or Wednesday and Friday, No Holidays & No Weekends
Organization: Cape Cod Hospital
Primary Location: Massachusetts-Hyannis
Department: CCH-Physical Therapy - Outpatient
Annual/Hourly: Hourly
Hiring Pay Range: $39.68 - $57.29
Purpose of Position:
To organize and conduct medically prescribed treatment programs for adult and pediatric patients to help restore function and prevent disability according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
Description:
- Evaluates new patients, sets objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcome, establishes appropriate treatment programs, and provides documentation of same.
- Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to determine the extent of the patient’s impairment and the prognosis for improvement.
- Carries out appropriate treatment modalities, and re-evaluates the patient as needed, modifying the treatment plan based on patient progress.
- Provides objective, analytic documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and communication with other caregivers.
- Communicates effectively with medical/allied health personnel, regarding patient progress, needs, and discharge planning.
- Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
- Assists in training new personnel as requested by manager.
- Provides guidance and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and affiliating students.
- Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment programs, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
- Attends meetings as required.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in approved education programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
- Maintains daily statistical records of patient activity and charges.
- Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
Qualifications
- Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
- Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Current BLS.
For PT Clinical Specialist, must meet all qualifications noted above, as well as the following:
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serves as a clinical resource for rehabilitation staff in a focused area of clinical expertise; plans and conducts treatment programs for patients.
- Assists management in the planning, development, organization and supervision of the specified clinical specialty area.
- Documentation of Specialist Certification.
Schedule Details:
40 Hours per week, 7a-5p, Monday and Wednesday, or Monday and Friday, or Wednesday and Friday, No Holidays & No Weekends
Organization: Cape Cod Hospital
Primary Location: Massachusetts-Hyannis
Department: CCH-Physical Therapy - Outpatient
Annual/Hourly: Hourly
Hiring Pay Range: $39.68 - $57.29
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Get Access To All JobsTips 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.
H-1B Visa PT: 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.