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Intern jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you in supervised agricultural training roles on U.S. farms and ranches during seasonal production periods. Employers must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR), and file a certified job order with DOL before your placement begins.
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The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine and treat patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management and various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals. Acts as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed.
Job Description
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson
- Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures proper identification.
- Performs and documents vital signs, clinical care quality measures and medical history information.
- Remains proficient and knowledgeable regarding the use and documentation requirements within information technology systems within established scope of practice.
- Assists physicians with examinations, various diagnostic procedures, and may perform EKG and venipuncture/injections in the office, using appropriate skills to provide quality care to the patients.
- Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
- Orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and to facilitate smooth operations of the office.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures.
Education & Experience:
- HS Diploma or equivalent required.
- Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire. BLS through the America Red Cross may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations.
- Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred.
- For NJ Only: Graduate of an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program which includes, at a minimum, 330 hours of instruction and encompasses training in the administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- For internal Einstein applicants only: Medical Assistant certification is not required if a current Einstein employee in a current Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024 when transferring within Einstein entities.
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Jefferson University Physicians
Primary Location Address
225 City Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
For more benefits information, please click here.
Job Details
The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine and treat patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management and various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals. Acts as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed.
Job Description
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson
- Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures proper identification.
- Performs and documents vital signs, clinical care quality measures and medical history information.
- Remains proficient and knowledgeable regarding the use and documentation requirements within information technology systems within established scope of practice.
- Assists physicians with examinations, various diagnostic procedures, and may perform EKG and venipuncture/injections in the office, using appropriate skills to provide quality care to the patients.
- Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
- Orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and to facilitate smooth operations of the office.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures.
Education & Experience:
- HS Diploma or equivalent required.
- Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire. BLS through the America Red Cross may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations.
- Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred.
- For NJ Only: Graduate of an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program which includes, at a minimum, 330 hours of instruction and encompasses training in the administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- For internal Einstein applicants only: Medical Assistant certification is not required if a current Einstein employee in a current Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024 when transferring within Einstein entities.
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Jefferson University Physicians
Primary Location Address
225 City Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
For more benefits information, please click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Intern
Verify your internship qualifies as agricultural
H-2A visa covers hands-on field and production work, not office-based or administrative internships. Confirm your role involves crop cultivation, livestock handling, or direct farm operations before applying, since DOL rejects job orders for roles that don't meet the agricultural-work definition.
Request your employer's ETA-790 job order early
Your H-2A sponsor must file a certified ETA-790 job order with DOL at least 75 days before your start date. Ask the farm or ranch to share that order so you can verify your position title, duties, and housing terms match what they've promised you.
Search H-2A intern openings on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters seasonal agricultural listings by H-2A sponsorship status, so you're only seeing employers already set up to file. Use it to find intern roles tied to specific crop seasons or livestock cycles in your target region.
Confirm housing meets federal H-2A standards
Your employer must provide free housing that passes DOL's Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspection standards. Before accepting an offer, ask whether housing is on-site or off-site and whether it's been certified for the current season.
Check the O*NET profile for your intern duties
Reviewing O*NET for agricultural worker and farm internship occupation codes helps you describe your expected tasks accurately on your visa application. Mismatches between listed duties and actual farm work can delay your H-2A petition at the DOL review stage.
Gather your academic enrollment documents before the offer
Some H-2A intern roles require proof of current enrollment in an agricultural, environmental, or related academic program. Have your institution issue an official enrollment letter and transcript before your employer submits the H-2A petition to USCIS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find intern jobs that offer H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for intern positions with confirmed H-2A sponsorship. Employers listed there have already committed to the H-2A process, meaning they're prepared to file the required DOL job order, provide certified housing, and pay the AEWR. Filtering by visa type saves you from applying to farms that haven't set up sponsorship.
What obligations does an H-2A employer have for an intern position?
Under H-2A, your employer must provide free housing that meets DOL safety standards, cover inbound and outbound transportation, and pay at least the AEWR or the prevailing wage for the occupation, whichever is higher. They must also file a certified ETA-790 job order with DOL at least 75 days before your start date and guarantee work for at least three-fourths of the contract period.
Does an agricultural internship qualify for H-2A if it's part of a university program?
Yes, as long as the majority of your duties involve direct agricultural production work such as planting, cultivation, harvesting, or livestock care. DOL evaluates the actual job tasks described in the ETA-790, not the academic framing. Internships that split time between farm work and classroom instruction may face additional scrutiny at the petition review stage.
How long can I stay in the U.S. on an H-2A intern placement?
H-2A status is tied to the length of your employer's certified job order, which must be seasonal or temporary. USCIS can approve a single H-2A petition for up to one year, with extensions possible in one-year increments up to a three-year maximum. After reaching the three-year limit, you must remain outside the U.S. for at least three months before a new H-2A period begins.
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