J-1 Visa Therapist Jobs
Therapist roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Research Scholar program categories. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 and oversee compliance while a U.S. clinic, hospital, or counseling center serves as your host employer.
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The Respiratory Therapy Intern works in assigned clinics/facilities, under the supervision of licensed respiratory therapists, to gain practical experience in the field. The incumbent leverages acquired knowledge to further the department's goal of effectively meeting the medical needs of patients and customers.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
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Interacts with customers, answers their questions, performs consultations, and provides instructions.
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Trains on how to incorporate respiratory therapy techniques and practices related to lung conditions and recovery.
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Ensures compliance and follows all policies, procedures and regulations.
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Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
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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
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Experience:
No previous experience required
Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- 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.
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
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
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Respiratory Therapy Intern works in assigned clinics/facilities, under the supervision of licensed respiratory therapists, to gain practical experience in the field. The incumbent leverages acquired knowledge to further the department's goal of effectively meeting the medical needs of patients and customers.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
-
Interacts with customers, answers their questions, performs consultations, and provides instructions.
-
Trains on how to incorporate respiratory therapy techniques and practices related to lung conditions and recovery.
-
Ensures compliance and follows all policies, procedures and regulations.
-
Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
-
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
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Experience:
No previous experience required
Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- 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.
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
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 Therapist
Verify your credentials meet state licensure requirements
Most U.S. states require a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field for licensed therapist roles. Confirm your foreign credentials are evaluated by a recognized credential assessment service before targeting host employers.
Target host employers with active training infrastructure
J-1 visa Trainee and Research Scholar programs require a formal training plan signed by your host employer. Hospitals, university counseling centers, and large behavioral health networks are best positioned to provide the structured supervision the program demands.
Search Migrate Mate to identify J-1-aligned therapy roles
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers actively hosting international professionals in mental health and therapy positions, so you can focus outreach on organizations already familiar with J-1 program requirements.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule early
Therapists sponsored under certain J-1 categories, particularly government-funded or shortage-area programs, may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your program's funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Align your DS-2019 category to your career stage
Current students completing clinical practicums typically qualify under the Intern category. Professionals with a degree and relevant post-graduate experience should pursue the Trainee category, which allows up to 18 months of supervised clinical exchange.
Confirm your host employer can meet DOL training plan standards
The J-1 Trainee program requires a detailed training plan, Form DS-7002, outlining your supervision structure and learning objectives. Ask prospective host employers whether they have completed this document for prior J-1 participants.
Therapist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a therapist or mental health professional?
The J-1 Trainee category is the most common fit for therapists who have completed their degree and have relevant post-graduate experience. Current students in accredited counseling or social work programs may qualify under the Intern category instead. Research-focused clinicians affiliated with academic institutions sometimes qualify as Research Scholars, depending on the nature of their placement.
Is the hiring clinic or hospital my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. Under the J-1 program, your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your program compliance. The clinic or counseling center where you work is your host employer, not your sponsor. Both roles are required, but they are held by separate organizations.
How can I find therapy employers open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Most therapy employers don't advertise J-1 compatibility in job postings, so targeted outreach matters. Use Migrate Mate to search for U.S. employers in behavioral health and mental health settings that have a history of hosting international professionals, which significantly narrows your list to organizations already prepared for the host employer obligations the program requires.
What is the two-year home residency requirement and does it apply to therapists?
The two-year home residency requirement (INA Section 212(e)) obligates certain J-1 participants to return to their home country for two years before applying for an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa. It applies when your exchange program is funded by a U.S. or foreign government, or when your field appears on your home country's skills list. Therapists sponsored through government-funded behavioral health shortage programs are among those most likely to be subject to it.
Does the J-1 Trainee program allow licensed clinical work, or is it observation only?
The J-1 Trainee category is designed for structured skills development, not independent licensed practice. Your training plan, Form DS-7002, must outline specific learning objectives and supervision requirements. Whether you can perform clinical work depends on your host state's licensure laws and the scope your supervising employer defines. Many states permit supervised clinical hours under a provisional or associate license, which can run concurrently with your J-1 placement.