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Health Physicist roles in the U.S. typically fall under the J-1 visa Research Scholar or Specialist category, with sponsorship issued by a State Department-designated organization rather than the hiring employer directly. Positions span national laboratories, academic medical centers, and nuclear energy facilities, and some carry a two-year home residency requirement depending on your funding source.
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Entity: Bradley Hospital
Location Name: Bradley Hospital
City, State: East Providence, RI
Work Type: PER DIEM
Hours Per Week: Variable
Shift: Variable
Posted Date: 6/18/2026
Behavioral Health Intern (BHI) — Role Summary
The Behavioral Health Intern supports the care, safety, and therapeutic engagement of children and adolescents in inpatient, partial, or residential psychiatric programs. Working under the direction of a Clinical Manager, Registered Nurse, or Program Supervisor, the BHI contributes to a structured therapeutic milieu, participates in treatment planning, and provides direct support to patients and families. The role requires consistent modeling of organizational values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—and demonstration of core success factors such as trust-building, collaboration, and valuing differences.
Intern Candidates MUST be able to commit to 1 year as an intern - you must be in the state of RI or able to reliably commute to RI for the duration of that year. This includes school breaks AND summer break.
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintain a Safe & Therapeutic Environment
- Engage actively with children throughout the shift.
- Implement and document patient observation levels as ordered.
- Assist with daily routines, ADLs, and hygiene needs.
- Intervene in disruptive or unsafe situations using therapeutic, least-restrictive interventions.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
- Report and document incidents, participate in debriefings, and communicate concerns promptly.
2. Adhere to Policies & Procedures
- Follow all hospital, departmental, and program guidelines.
- Carry out assigned duties and report back before shift changes.
3. Participate in Patient Care Planning
- Support therapeutic alliance with patients and families during admission and throughout care.
- Document objective observations in shift notes and medical records.
- Review and contribute to milieu care plans and problem lists.
- Communicate patient needs and observations to interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in rounds, treatment team meetings, and handoff reports.
4. Support Behavioral & Therapeutic Programming
- Teach and assist with ADLs and personal hygiene.
- Co-lead community meetings, social skills groups, and recreational or activity-based groups.
- Implement behavioral programs and therapeutic limits consistently.
- Organize and participate in unit activities and developmental programming.
- Participate in family teaching visits and parent training.
- Model therapeutic interpersonal interactions.
- Assist clinicians in co-leading therapy groups.
- Respond to crises using de-escalation and approved physical management techniques when necessary.
5. Professional Development
- Seek supervision proactively and integrate feedback.
- Share knowledge with peers through informal or formal learning opportunities.
- Adapt care to meet developmental and cultural needs of diverse children and adolescents.
Required Knowledge & Skills
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA).
- Enrollment in a BA/BS program in human services, psychology, or social sciences (preferred); AD candidates may be considered.
- Understanding of lifespan development, cultural considerations, and psychiatric care needs.
- Ability to remain calm and make quick, rational decisions during crises.
- Physical capability to assist with patient management (lifting, blocking, escorting, occasional running).
Work Environment
- Psychiatric setting with exposure to aggressive or self-injurious behaviors.
- Requires use of de-escalation techniques and, when necessary, approved physical interventions.
- May be assigned to comparable duties in other clinical programs as needed.
Supervision & Independence
- Works under supervision of RN or Program Supervisor.
- Expected to handle routine responsibilities independently but refer complex issues to supervisors.
Pay Range: $18.00-$27.13
Location
Bradley Hospital - 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy East Providence, Rhode Island 02915
Work Type
All shifts
Work Shift
Variable
Daily Hours
8 and 12 hours
Driving Required
No
EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Job ID: JR-110783
Entity: Bradley Hospital
Location Name: Bradley Hospital
City, State: East Providence, RI
Work Type: PER DIEM
Hours Per Week: Variable
Shift: Variable
Posted Date: 6/18/2026
Behavioral Health Intern (BHI) — Role Summary
The Behavioral Health Intern supports the care, safety, and therapeutic engagement of children and adolescents in inpatient, partial, or residential psychiatric programs. Working under the direction of a Clinical Manager, Registered Nurse, or Program Supervisor, the BHI contributes to a structured therapeutic milieu, participates in treatment planning, and provides direct support to patients and families. The role requires consistent modeling of organizational values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—and demonstration of core success factors such as trust-building, collaboration, and valuing differences.
Intern Candidates MUST be able to commit to 1 year as an intern - you must be in the state of RI or able to reliably commute to RI for the duration of that year. This includes school breaks AND summer break.
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintain a Safe & Therapeutic Environment
- Engage actively with children throughout the shift.
- Implement and document patient observation levels as ordered.
- Assist with daily routines, ADLs, and hygiene needs.
- Intervene in disruptive or unsafe situations using therapeutic, least-restrictive interventions.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
- Report and document incidents, participate in debriefings, and communicate concerns promptly.
2. Adhere to Policies & Procedures
- Follow all hospital, departmental, and program guidelines.
- Carry out assigned duties and report back before shift changes.
3. Participate in Patient Care Planning
- Support therapeutic alliance with patients and families during admission and throughout care.
- Document objective observations in shift notes and medical records.
- Review and contribute to milieu care plans and problem lists.
- Communicate patient needs and observations to interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in rounds, treatment team meetings, and handoff reports.
4. Support Behavioral & Therapeutic Programming
- Teach and assist with ADLs and personal hygiene.
- Co-lead community meetings, social skills groups, and recreational or activity-based groups.
- Implement behavioral programs and therapeutic limits consistently.
- Organize and participate in unit activities and developmental programming.
- Participate in family teaching visits and parent training.
- Model therapeutic interpersonal interactions.
- Assist clinicians in co-leading therapy groups.
- Respond to crises using de-escalation and approved physical management techniques when necessary.
5. Professional Development
- Seek supervision proactively and integrate feedback.
- Share knowledge with peers through informal or formal learning opportunities.
- Adapt care to meet developmental and cultural needs of diverse children and adolescents.
Required Knowledge & Skills
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA).
- Enrollment in a BA/BS program in human services, psychology, or social sciences (preferred); AD candidates may be considered.
- Understanding of lifespan development, cultural considerations, and psychiatric care needs.
- Ability to remain calm and make quick, rational decisions during crises.
- Physical capability to assist with patient management (lifting, blocking, escorting, occasional running).
Work Environment
- Psychiatric setting with exposure to aggressive or self-injurious behaviors.
- Requires use of de-escalation techniques and, when necessary, approved physical interventions.
- May be assigned to comparable duties in other clinical programs as needed.
Supervision & Independence
- Works under supervision of RN or Program Supervisor.
- Expected to handle routine responsibilities independently but refer complex issues to supervisors.
Pay Range: $18.00-$27.13
Location
Bradley Hospital - 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy East Providence, Rhode Island 02915
Work Type
All shifts
Work Shift
Variable
Daily Hours
8 and 12 hours
Driving Required
No
EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Health Physicist
Verify your home residency requirement early
Check whether your J-1 program carries the two-year home residency requirement before accepting any offer. Government or home-country funding often triggers it, and waiver applications through DOL or a U.S. federal agency take additional months to process.
Align your credentials with U.S. certification standards
Many host institutions require or prefer candidates certified by the American Board of Health Physics. Gather your dosimetry records, radiation safety training documentation, and degree transcripts before applying, since designated sponsors review these during DS-2019 issuance.
Target host organizations with existing J-1 infrastructure
National laboratories, university hospital radiation safety offices, and NRC-licensed nuclear facilities regularly host J-1 Research Scholars and Specialists. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers in those sectors who have an established record of hosting exchange visitors in physics or radiation science roles.
Draft your training plan around measurable physics objectives
The DS-7002 training plan for a Trainee or Specialist program must specify equipment, protocols, and supervision hours. Vague goals like 'radiation safety experience' will delay sponsor approval. Ground each objective in specific instrumentation, regulatory frameworks like 10 CFR Part 20, or clinical dosimetry procedures.
Clarify who initiates the DS-2019 with your prospective host
Your host employer does not issue the DS-2019 directly. They work with a State Department-designated sponsor organization such as IIE or Cultural Vistas, which reviews program eligibility and issues the form. Confirm this process with HR before assuming the offer letter alone starts your J-1 timeline.
Negotiate start dates around sponsor processing time
Designated sponsors typically need four to eight weeks after receiving a complete host agreement and training plan to issue your DS-2019. Factor that window into your offer negotiation so your lab or facility start date doesn't conflict with consular appointment scheduling.
Health Physicist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Health Physicist positions?
Most Health Physicist roles fall under the Research Scholar or Specialist category if you hold an advanced degree and are conducting independent research or sharing specialized expertise. The Trainee category applies if you're an early-career professional pursuing structured, supervised training in radiation safety or medical physics at a host facility, with a program lasting up to 18 months.
Does a Health Physicist J-1 position trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on your funding source and nationality. If your position is funded by your home government, a U.S. government agency, or an organization on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you're subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA section 212(e). You'd need to return home for two years or obtain a waiver before changing to most other U.S. nonimmigrant or immigrant statuses.
How do I find U.S. employers that host J-1 Health Physicists?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers in national laboratories, academic medical centers, and nuclear energy companies that align with J-1 Research Scholar or Specialist placements. Targeting organizations with active radiation safety or medical physics departments gives you the best chance of finding hosts already familiar with the J-1 hosting process and DS-2019 workflow.
What documentation does a designated sponsor review before issuing my DS-2019?
Designated sponsors such as IIE or Cultural Vistas typically review your degree transcripts, English proficiency evidence, proof of adequate health insurance, a signed host agreement, and a detailed training plan or research program description. For Health Physicists, they may also request documentation of relevant certifications, dosimetry experience, or NRC-related training depending on the host facility type.
Can a Health Physicist on a J-1 visa work at multiple host sites?
Your DS-2019 names a primary host organization, and any secondary site activity must be approved in advance by your designated sponsor. If your research or radiation safety work involves collaboration across facilities, your sponsor needs to amend your program documentation before you begin work at any additional location. Unauthorized secondary site work violates J-1 program regulations.