J-1 Visa Medical Technologist Jobs
Medical Technologist positions in the United States are available to qualified professionals through the J-1 visa Exchange Visitor Program, typically under the Trainee or Research Scholar category. Securing J-1 sponsorship requires a State Department-designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 before you can begin working with your U.S. host employer.
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Learning how to be a great Surgical Technologist extends far beyond the classroom. Our program is designed specifically for Surgical Tech students. Rochester Regional Health is dedicated to providing outstanding experiences to students in the Rochester area.
The internship provides students with vital experience that will enhance the remainder of their college education and assist in their transition into their profession.
HOW WE CARE FOR YOU
New Graduate Signing Bonus
Student Loan Repayment Program
Employee Referral Program with Bonuses
Same Day Pay through DailyPay
Free Parking
Employee Discount Programs
The Internship Program Features:
A 6 week paid internship
The opportunity to work 40 hours a week
Weekly educational opportunities
Networking opportunities
Minimum Qualifications:
Enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology Program required
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
One (1) year patient care and/or operating room experience n an accredited hospital preferred
Basic computer skills
Demonstrate understanding of aseptic techniques
LOCATIONS:
Rochester General Hospital
Unity Hospital
Newark Wayne Community Hospital
Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic
United Memorial Medical Center
STATUS: 6-week internship program starting on June 16th
DEPARTMENT: PeriOperative
SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week for duration of internship
ATTRIBUTES
Basic computer skills.
Demonstrates understanding of aseptic technique.
Excellent customer service and communication skills highly desired.
Enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology program required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Intern will rotate through and learn the following:
Anesthesia
Surgical Case Prep
Sterile Technique
Surgical Scrub, Donning & Doffing of Sterile Scrub Attire
Surgical Instruments
Sterilization
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$20.00 - $20.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14621
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
SUMMARY
Learning how to be a great Surgical Technologist extends far beyond the classroom. Our program is designed specifically for Surgical Tech students. Rochester Regional Health is dedicated to providing outstanding experiences to students in the Rochester area.
The internship provides students with vital experience that will enhance the remainder of their college education and assist in their transition into their profession.
HOW WE CARE FOR YOU
New Graduate Signing Bonus
Student Loan Repayment Program
Employee Referral Program with Bonuses
Same Day Pay through DailyPay
Free Parking
Employee Discount Programs
The Internship Program Features:
A 6 week paid internship
The opportunity to work 40 hours a week
Weekly educational opportunities
Networking opportunities
Minimum Qualifications:
Enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology Program required
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
One (1) year patient care and/or operating room experience n an accredited hospital preferred
Basic computer skills
Demonstrate understanding of aseptic techniques
LOCATIONS:
Rochester General Hospital
Unity Hospital
Newark Wayne Community Hospital
Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic
United Memorial Medical Center
STATUS: 6-week internship program starting on June 16th
DEPARTMENT: PeriOperative
SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week for duration of internship
ATTRIBUTES
Basic computer skills.
Demonstrates understanding of aseptic technique.
Excellent customer service and communication skills highly desired.
Enrollment in an accredited Surgical Technology program required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Intern will rotate through and learn the following:
Anesthesia
Surgical Case Prep
Sterile Technique
Surgical Scrub, Donning & Doffing of Sterile Scrub Attire
Surgical Instruments
Sterilization
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$20.00 - $20.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14621
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Medical Technologist
Verify your ASCP certification transfers
U.S. host employers expect ASCP Board of Certification credentials or a recognized equivalent. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before applying so your documents are ready when a host employer requests them.
Confirm your J-1 program category early
Medical Technologists typically qualify under Trainee if you have fewer than five years of post-degree experience, or Research Scholar if your role centers on laboratory research at an academic institution. Misidentifying your category delays DS-2019 issuance.
Find host employers using Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in clinical laboratory or medical technology roles. Targeting employers with prior J-1 host experience shortens the approval timeline significantly.
Request a training plan before the offer stage
Your designated sponsor requires a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing a DS-2019. Ask prospective host employers whether their HR or compliance teams have completed one before, since inexperienced hosts often underestimate the documentation involved.
Check the two-year home residency requirement
If your government or your home country's government funded your training, or if your occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, DOL requires you to return home for two years before changing to H-1B visa or green card status. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Time your SEVIS registration with consular scheduling
Your designated sponsor registers your DS-2019 in SEVIS, but consular appointment availability varies widely by country and season. Align your target start date with realistic wait times at your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate to avoid gaps in your training timeline.
Medical Technologist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Medical Technologist role?
Most Medical Technologists enter the United States under the J-1 Trainee category if they have a relevant degree and fewer than five years of post-degree professional experience. Those conducting laboratory or translational research at a university or research hospital may qualify under Research Scholar instead. Your designated sponsor makes the final determination based on your CV, your host employer's proposed activities, and the training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Medical Technologist?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hospital or laboratory where you work. The designated sponsor, which might be an organization like Cultural Vistas or a university-based program, issues your DS-2019 and monitors your compliance throughout the exchange. Your host employer provides the training environment but does not hold sponsorship authority and cannot issue the DS-2019 on its own.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Medical Technologist?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in clinical laboratory and medical technology roles. Prioritizing employers with prior J-1 host experience matters because those organizations already understand the training plan requirements and DS-2019 process, which reduces delays on both sides of the offer.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Medical Technologists?
It depends on how your training is funded and whether your home country has listed clinical laboratory sciences on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. If your government, your home government, or a U.S. government agency funded your program, the two-year requirement applies automatically. You should review the Skills List with your designated sponsor before signing any offer, since the requirement directly affects your ability to pursue H-1B or immigrant visa status later.
Can a Medical Technologist on J-1 status switch host employers mid-program?
Changing host employers requires your designated sponsor's approval and a revised training plan. You cannot simply accept a new position without notifying your sponsor, and some sponsors restrict mid-program transfers entirely depending on your visa category and remaining authorized duration. If a change is unavoidable, contact your designated sponsor in writing before leaving your current host to avoid a status violation that could affect your re-entry eligibility.