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Clinical Medical Assistant positions in the U.S. are typically available to exchange visitors under the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to structure a formal training plan is the key step before any designated sponsor can issue your DS-2019 and begin sponsorship.
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St. Mary's College of Maryland is accepting applications for the tenure track position of Assistant Professor and Internship Coordinator in its newly approved Masters of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology (MACCP) program, beginning August 2027. The MACCP program is the second Masters program at SMCM (following the successful Master of Teaching program). The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $79,000 based on level of experience; startup costs are negotiable; benefits information is available online.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The standard teaching load is 12 credits (usually, the equivalent of 3 courses) per semester. The Internship Coordinator will be in charge of preparing for internship placements (which is built into the teaching load). Teaching responsibilities will include courses in the Master of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology program (e.g., Psychopathology and Diagnosis, Multicultural Counseling, Lifespan Development, Group Counseling, Psychological Testing, Family Systems in Practice), as well as the possibility of undergraduate courses in your area of specialization to provide cross-program collaboration with the Psychology major.
At SMCM, we seek faculty whose pedagogical practice involves culturally responsive teaching practices that promote belonging and inclusion. New faculty are paired with mentors to support your growth as a teacher-scholar. In addition, we offer start-up funding to support your research, especially encouraging projects that relate to the training of psychotherapy practitioners. Over time, professors take on roles in services to the program and College to support the College's mission; first-year faculty are exempt from college-wide committee work.
Non-sectarian since its founding, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a public Carnegie Baccalaureate, Arts and Sciences institution located in St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., has been designated a national public honors college. With selective admissions policies, academically talented students, and a rigorous curriculum, we offer a small college experience similar to that found at exceptional private colleges. St. Mary’s faculty benefit from a comprehensive program of support for scholarship, research, travel, and curriculum development, including course releases for pretenure faculty and leaves for tenured faculty. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and by our proximity to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or related field (ABD acceptable at the time of application)
Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
St. Mary’s College embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Application materials should include a cover letter (which should speak to ways in which the candidate's teaching will contribute to the training of Masters students in counseling and clinical psychology), curriculum vitae (including email address), statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, and evidence of teaching effectiveness if available (e.g., teaching evaluations, observation notes). We request three professional references (rather than letters of recommendation) at the time of application. Of these three references, at least one referee should speak to the candidate's disciplinary expertise, and at least one should have seen the candidate deliver or design classroom instruction. References will be contacted only for candidates who advance to finalist interviews. Applications are being accepted online, with reviews starting September 1, 2026 and continuing until the position is filled.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Libby Nutt Williams at enwilliams@smcm.edu.
INTRODUCTION
St. Mary's College of Maryland is accepting applications for the tenure track position of Assistant Professor and Internship Coordinator in its newly approved Masters of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology (MACCP) program, beginning August 2027. The MACCP program is the second Masters program at SMCM (following the successful Master of Teaching program). The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $79,000 based on level of experience; startup costs are negotiable; benefits information is available online.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The standard teaching load is 12 credits (usually, the equivalent of 3 courses) per semester. The Internship Coordinator will be in charge of preparing for internship placements (which is built into the teaching load). Teaching responsibilities will include courses in the Master of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology program (e.g., Psychopathology and Diagnosis, Multicultural Counseling, Lifespan Development, Group Counseling, Psychological Testing, Family Systems in Practice), as well as the possibility of undergraduate courses in your area of specialization to provide cross-program collaboration with the Psychology major.
At SMCM, we seek faculty whose pedagogical practice involves culturally responsive teaching practices that promote belonging and inclusion. New faculty are paired with mentors to support your growth as a teacher-scholar. In addition, we offer start-up funding to support your research, especially encouraging projects that relate to the training of psychotherapy practitioners. Over time, professors take on roles in services to the program and College to support the College's mission; first-year faculty are exempt from college-wide committee work.
Non-sectarian since its founding, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a public Carnegie Baccalaureate, Arts and Sciences institution located in St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., has been designated a national public honors college. With selective admissions policies, academically talented students, and a rigorous curriculum, we offer a small college experience similar to that found at exceptional private colleges. St. Mary’s faculty benefit from a comprehensive program of support for scholarship, research, travel, and curriculum development, including course releases for pretenure faculty and leaves for tenured faculty. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and by our proximity to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or related field (ABD acceptable at the time of application)
Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
St. Mary’s College embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Application materials should include a cover letter (which should speak to ways in which the candidate's teaching will contribute to the training of Masters students in counseling and clinical psychology), curriculum vitae (including email address), statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, and evidence of teaching effectiveness if available (e.g., teaching evaluations, observation notes). We request three professional references (rather than letters of recommendation) at the time of application. Of these three references, at least one referee should speak to the candidate's disciplinary expertise, and at least one should have seen the candidate deliver or design classroom instruction. References will be contacted only for candidates who advance to finalist interviews. Applications are being accepted online, with reviews starting September 1, 2026 and continuing until the position is filled.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Libby Nutt Williams at enwilliams@smcm.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Medical Assistant
Align your credentials with training plan requirements
Designated sponsors require a structured training plan before issuing your DS-2019. Document clinical rotations, certifications like CMA or phlebotomy, and any hands-on patient care hours so host employers can match your background to a compliant Trainee or Intern program.
Target host employers with existing J-1 infrastructure
Outpatient clinics, federally qualified health centers, and hospital systems that already host J-1 Trainees have established training plan templates and compliance contacts. Prioritize these over smaller private practices, which rarely have the administrative capacity to onboard an exchange visitor.
Search J-1 friendly roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. Clinical Medical Assistant roles by employers that have supported exchange visitors. This narrows your search to host organizations already familiar with DS-2019 requirements and training plan obligations, saving significant outreach time.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule early
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement before switching to most other U.S. visa categories. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your specific funding source or nationality triggers this requirement before accepting a host placement.
Verify the host employer's E-Verify enrollment status
Most J-1 host organizations must use E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Ask the hiring contact directly whether the facility is enrolled. A host that isn't enrolled may face compliance issues that delay or prevent your program start date.
Negotiate training plan scope before the offer stage
Your DS-2019 program duration and activities are locked to the approved training plan. Before signing an offer, confirm the plan covers the clinical tasks you intend to perform, including any diagnostic, administrative, or patient-facing duties, so you aren't restricted mid-program.
Clinical Medical Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Clinical Medical Assistant role?
The Trainee category applies if you've completed a degree or post-secondary training in a health-related field within the past five years, or have at least five years of relevant work experience. The Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree program. Both require a designated sponsor to issue the DS-2019 and a host employer to submit a structured training plan before your program begins.
Is the hiring clinic or hospital my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. The host employer where you work is not your visa sponsor. Your sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, that reviews and approves your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program compliance. The host employer and the designated sponsor are two separate entities with distinct legal responsibilities.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Clinical Medical Assistant?
Use Migrate Mate to search Clinical Medical Assistant openings by employers that have supported exchange visitors. Host employers in outpatient, urgent care, and federally qualified health center settings are more likely to have existing J-1 compliance processes. Cold outreach to facilities with no J-1 history significantly slows your timeline, since they must build a training plan from scratch before any sponsor can proceed.
What does the training plan need to cover for this role?
The training plan must describe specific clinical and administrative tasks you'll perform, the supervision structure, and measurable learning objectives tied to your background. For Clinical Medical Assistants, this typically includes patient intake procedures, vital signs documentation, specimen collection, and medical record management. Vague or generic plans are frequently rejected by designated sponsors, so detail is essential from the outset.
Can I extend my J-1 program if my host employer wants to keep me longer?
Extensions are possible but require your designated sponsor's approval, not just your host employer's agreement. The total Trainee program may not exceed 18 months for most occupational categories. You'll need an amended training plan, continued eligibility confirmation from your sponsor, and an updated DS-2019 before your current program end date. Extensions are not guaranteed and must be requested well in advance.