J-1 Visa Clinical Technician Jobs
Clinical Technician roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and coordinate sponsorship with your host employer, so your job search starts with finding hosts already familiar with this process.
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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full time Clinical Research Associate 3 to work in Miami, FL.
Core Responsibilities:
- Coordinates the implementation of multiple complex clinical research protocols.
- Develops SOPs and templates with guidance from the PI/Clinical Research Manager.
- Oversees and facilitates eligibility screening and study recruitment activities; implements strategies to increase accrual.
- Manages sample processing, packing, and shipping according to protocol, applicable standards, and regulations.
- Plans and operationalizes strategies to monitor, document, report, and follow-up on unanticipated occurrences and protocol deviations. Develops and implements preventive/corrective actions.
- Develops, disseminates, and assures adherence to study-related clinical research best practices/scientific manuals.
- Assumes leadership in protocol implementation and study progress, keeping investigators apprised of study progress.
- Provides leadership in identifying and working through ethical conflicts arising during protocol implementation and refers these conflicts to the Research Ethics Team for consults as needed.
- Organizes/manages site visits and internal/external auditing activities as assigned.
- Coordinates research team meetings; assures communications across-the-board.
- Assures synchronization of study visits/procedures/clinical tests with data collection schedules, established time-points; manages progress of study participants through protocol; expedites overall study progression.
- Coordinates the compilation of information needed for research reports; peer-reviewed publications; develops strategies to disseminate information to clinical personnel, professional audiences and stakeholders.
- Follows the appropriate fundamental requirements of all international, national, and local regulatory bodies.
- Maintains requisite skills and mandatory training in safety, equality, responsible conduct of research, continuing education, and research competencies.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department specific functions:
- Oversees all new referrals to and ongoing clinical practice for the specialty UM Tics, OCD and Related Problems Program and the UM Tourette Association of America (TAA) Center of Excellence Program. Includes telephone screens of incoming new referral, correspondence, sending intake packets for initial evaluations, scheduling patients in UChart and following up with clinical procedures.
- Oversees clinical operations for the Chair’s clinical practice and referrals to the TAA Center of Excellence (CoE) Research program. Supervises day to day operations of the Chair’s clinic. Coordinates CoE activities including liaison with the national TAA office, and the South Florida chapter. Sets up and implements TAA CoE Tic Talks quarterly to disseminate clinical and research updates to the local and regional community. Participates in phone and video conference meetings in regional and national activities.
- Coordinates and provides support for Chair academic activities including, but not limited to, literature searches, Powerpoint preparations, and manuscript drafts, edits and submission.
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:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
- Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
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 ground breaking 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:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
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.
The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full time Clinical Research Associate 3 to work in Miami, FL.
Core Responsibilities:
- Coordinates the implementation of multiple complex clinical research protocols.
- Develops SOPs and templates with guidance from the PI/Clinical Research Manager.
- Oversees and facilitates eligibility screening and study recruitment activities; implements strategies to increase accrual.
- Manages sample processing, packing, and shipping according to protocol, applicable standards, and regulations.
- Plans and operationalizes strategies to monitor, document, report, and follow-up on unanticipated occurrences and protocol deviations. Develops and implements preventive/corrective actions.
- Develops, disseminates, and assures adherence to study-related clinical research best practices/scientific manuals.
- Assumes leadership in protocol implementation and study progress, keeping investigators apprised of study progress.
- Provides leadership in identifying and working through ethical conflicts arising during protocol implementation and refers these conflicts to the Research Ethics Team for consults as needed.
- Organizes/manages site visits and internal/external auditing activities as assigned.
- Coordinates research team meetings; assures communications across-the-board.
- Assures synchronization of study visits/procedures/clinical tests with data collection schedules, established time-points; manages progress of study participants through protocol; expedites overall study progression.
- Coordinates the compilation of information needed for research reports; peer-reviewed publications; develops strategies to disseminate information to clinical personnel, professional audiences and stakeholders.
- Follows the appropriate fundamental requirements of all international, national, and local regulatory bodies.
- Maintains requisite skills and mandatory training in safety, equality, responsible conduct of research, continuing education, and research competencies.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department specific functions:
- Oversees all new referrals to and ongoing clinical practice for the specialty UM Tics, OCD and Related Problems Program and the UM Tourette Association of America (TAA) Center of Excellence Program. Includes telephone screens of incoming new referral, correspondence, sending intake packets for initial evaluations, scheduling patients in UChart and following up with clinical procedures.
- Oversees clinical operations for the Chair’s clinical practice and referrals to the TAA Center of Excellence (CoE) Research program. Supervises day to day operations of the Chair’s clinic. Coordinates CoE activities including liaison with the national TAA office, and the South Florida chapter. Sets up and implements TAA CoE Tic Talks quarterly to disseminate clinical and research updates to the local and regional community. Participates in phone and video conference meetings in regional and national activities.
- Coordinates and provides support for Chair academic activities including, but not limited to, literature searches, Powerpoint preparations, and manuscript drafts, edits and submission.
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:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
- Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
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 ground breaking 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:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Technician
Document your clinical training program formally
Your J-1 Trainee application requires a detailed Training/Internship Placement Plan (T/IPP). Before approaching host employers, map your clinical competencies to specific learning objectives so the designated sponsor can approve your program quickly.
Confirm your J-1 category before applying
Current students typically qualify under the Intern category, while post-degree professionals with relevant work experience apply as Trainees. Using the wrong category delays DS-2019 issuance, so clarify your eligibility with the designated sponsor early.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Clinical facilities that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before already understand T/IPP requirements and liability. Use Migrate Mate to filter for roles at employers with active J-1 hosting history so you avoid educating every recruiter from scratch.
Verify your host employer meets DOL wage requirements
Your compensation must align with what U.S. workers earn in equivalent clinical roles. Cross-reference the offered pay against the OFLC Wage Search tool before signing any offer, since underpaying exchange visitors can jeopardize your sponsor's designation.
Address the two-year home residency rule upfront
Clinical Technician roles with government funding or from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List often trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Disclose your country and funding source to the designated sponsor before accepting an offer to avoid status complications later.
Align your CV to O*NET clinical technician standards
Designated sponsors and host employers assess whether your documented training matches recognized occupational standards. Format your experience and credentials against the O*NET profile for Clinical Technicians to strengthen your T/IPP and pass sponsor review faster.
Clinical Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Clinical Technician roles?
The J-1 Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree or certificate program or graduated within the past 12 months. Once you've completed your degree and have relevant post-graduation work experience, you qualify under the Trainee category instead. The distinction matters because each category has different maximum program durations and T/IPP documentation requirements.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the hospital or clinic hiring me?
The hiring facility is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. Your J-1 sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, that reviews your training plan, issues your DS-2019, and monitors your program compliance throughout your stay. The host employer signs the training agreement but cannot issue a DS-2019 independently.
How do I find clinical technician host employers already open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Most clinical facilities don't advertise J-1 openings through standard job postings, so generic job boards surface very few relevant results. Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates and surfaces U.S. employer roles aligned with exchange visitor sponsorship pathways, saving you from cold-pitching employers who have never hosted a J-1 visitor before.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect clinical technician exchange visitors?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e) applies when your J-1 program is funded by your home government or the U.S. government, or if your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List for your occupational field. Clinical and health-related occupations are frequently listed, so confirm your status with your designated sponsor before finalizing your offer.
What documents do I need before a designated sponsor can approve my clinical technician training program?
You'll need a completed Training/Internship Placement Plan signed by both you and your host employer supervisor, proof of your educational credentials or relevant professional experience, evidence of English proficiency sufficient for the clinical environment, and confirmation that your compensation meets prevailing wage standards verifiable through the OFLC Wage Search. Sponsors will not issue a DS-2019 until all these elements are in order.