J-1 Visa Certified Respiratory Therapist Jobs
Certified Respiratory Therapist positions in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Exchange Visitor program, administered by a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019. Clinical host facilities handle hiring while the designated sponsor manages J-1 sponsorship and compliance.
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INTRODUCTION
The UHealth System at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem Respiratory Therapy Intern. The Respiratory Therapy Intern provides assistance to clinicians in the Respiratory Therapy department while receiving on-the-job training in preparation for becoming a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within two (2) years. The Respiratory Therapy Intern will assist RRTs in the collection and analysis of sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. The Respiratory Therapist Intern will also assist RRTs in the measurement of lung capacity of patients to determine if there are any impairments. The Respiratory Therapist Intern will be under direct supervision of an RRT while assisting with any tasks which require licensure/certification.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assists RRTs to conduct tests, such as electrocardiograms, stress testing, and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Assists RRTs in the performance of bronchopulmonary drainage and instructs patients on how to perform breathing exercises.
- Assists RRTs in setting up and operating devices such as noninvasive ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
- Observes the proper technique for the collection and handling of arterial blood gas specimens.
- Learns to explain treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
- Assists RRT in educating patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques.
- Assists RRT in monitoring patients’ physiological responses to therapy.
- Maintains charts that contain patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Inspects, cleans, tests, and maintains respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent and must be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.
- No experience required.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Part time
Employee Type:
Temporary
Current Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.
INTRODUCTION
The UHealth System at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem Respiratory Therapy Intern. The Respiratory Therapy Intern provides assistance to clinicians in the Respiratory Therapy department while receiving on-the-job training in preparation for becoming a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) within two (2) years. The Respiratory Therapy Intern will assist RRTs in the collection and analysis of sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. The Respiratory Therapist Intern will also assist RRTs in the measurement of lung capacity of patients to determine if there are any impairments. The Respiratory Therapist Intern will be under direct supervision of an RRT while assisting with any tasks which require licensure/certification.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assists RRTs to conduct tests, such as electrocardiograms, stress testing, and lung capacity tests to evaluate patients' cardiopulmonary functions.
- Assists RRTs in the performance of bronchopulmonary drainage and instructs patients on how to perform breathing exercises.
- Assists RRTs in setting up and operating devices such as noninvasive ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
- Observes the proper technique for the collection and handling of arterial blood gas specimens.
- Learns to explain treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
- Assists RRT in educating patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques.
- Assists RRT in monitoring patients’ physiological responses to therapy.
- Maintains charts that contain patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Inspects, cleans, tests, and maintains respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent and must be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
- Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.
- No experience required.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Part time
Employee Type:
Temporary
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Certified Respiratory Therapist
Verify your RRT credential transfers
Some states require you to pass the NBRC credentialing exams before a host facility will extend an offer. Confirm your home-country respiratory therapy credentials are recognized and factor exam timelines into your start date planning.
Target hospitals with J-1 trainee track records
Large academic medical centers and health systems routinely host J-1 visa Trainee exchange visitors in clinical allied health roles. Prioritize facilities with dedicated international clinical training programs, since they already have the internal compliance infrastructure for hosting.
Search verified J-1 roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Certified Respiratory Therapist openings by employers that have a history of supporting J-1 exchange visitors, saving time you'd otherwise spend cold-contacting HR departments unfamiliar with the Trainee program category.
Confirm the 2-year residency requirement applies to you
J-1 Trainees funded by their home-country government or whose field is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement before changing to most U.S. work visas. Check your DS-2019 notation before accepting any offer.
Align your training plan with respiratory therapy scope
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) signed by both you and the host facility. The plan must map your objectives to specific respiratory therapy competencies, not just list job duties.
Negotiate program duration before the host submits paperwork
J-1 Trainee programs are capped at 18 months for most allied health fields. If your credentialing or training goals require longer, discuss a phased structure with the host facility and designated sponsor before the DS-2019 is issued.
Certified Respiratory Therapist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Certified Respiratory Therapists?
Most internationally trained Certified Respiratory Therapists enter as J-1 Trainees if they have completed their professional degree and have some field experience, or as J-1 Interns if they are currently enrolled in a respiratory therapy program abroad. The Trainee category fits post-graduation clinical training at a U.S. host facility, while the Intern category is restricted to current students or those who graduated within the past 12 months.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a respiratory therapist role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not the hospital or clinic where you work. That facility is the host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves your training plan, and monitors your program compliance throughout the exchange. You and the host employer cannot create the J-1 sponsorship independently without a designated sponsor.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect respiratory therapists?
It may. If your J-1 program is financed by your home-country government, or if your home country has listed respiratory therapy on its Exchange Visitor Skills List, you'll be subject to the two-year requirement. This means you must return home for two years before obtaining an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa. Review your DS-2019 and the State Department's Skills List before making any long-term U.S. plans.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 respiratory therapy trainees?
Migrate Mate lets you search Certified Respiratory Therapist roles filtered by employers familiar with J-1 exchange visitor arrangements, which is far more efficient than reaching out to facilities that may never have hosted an international trainee. Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, and large health systems are generally the most experienced hosts, but availability varies significantly by region and facility size.
Can I sit for the NBRC exams while on a J-1 Trainee visa?
Yes, you can take NBRC credentialing exams while in the United States on J-1 status. However, the J-1 Trainee program does not authorize independent employment, so any clinical work must occur within your approved training plan at the designated host facility. If your exam results allow you to practice at a higher scope, the host facility and designated sponsor must update your DS-7002 training plan to reflect the change.