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PT jobs on OPT are widely available across outpatient clinics, hospitals, sports medicine facilities, and home health agencies. Most roles require a DPT degree and active state licensure, both of which satisfy the specialty occupation standard that supports H-1B visa sponsorship after your OPT period ends.
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Explore opportunities with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses. We provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Physical Therapist (PT) you will be responsible for providing skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes to promote mobility, restore function, improve strength and balance, and enhance overall safety and independence. The Physical Therapist works collaboratively with patients, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary care team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and improve quality of life within the home setting.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function.
- Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning.
- Other duties as assigned.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in.
- Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
- 1+ related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients.
- If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program.
- Current CPR certification.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $72,352 to $108,528 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Schedule: Sunday through Thursday : Fulltime
Explore opportunities with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses. We provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Physical Therapist (PT) you will be responsible for providing skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes to promote mobility, restore function, improve strength and balance, and enhance overall safety and independence. The Physical Therapist works collaboratively with patients, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary care team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and improve quality of life within the home setting.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function.
- Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning.
- Other duties as assigned.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in.
- Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
- 1+ related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients.
- If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program.
- Current CPR certification.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $72,352 to $108,528 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in PT
Apply for your state PT license before OPT starts
Licensure timelines vary by state and can take two to four months. Starting the application while still in school ensures you can work legally on day one of OPT without losing authorized work time waiting on your license.
Apply for your STEM OPT extension early if your DPT qualifies
DPT programs classified under eligible CIP codes may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO and file the extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires.
Target large hospital systems and therapy networks over solo practices
Large healthcare systems like hospital networks and national therapy chains have dedicated HR and legal teams experienced with immigration sponsorship. Solo or small private practices rarely have the infrastructure to support H-1B filings.
Be transparent about your OPT status and timeline during interviews
Mention your work authorization upfront and frame it clearly: you have authorization now and are looking for an employer who can sponsor your H-1B after OPT. Clarity early prevents misaligned expectations from derailing late-stage offers.
Match your specialty area to employer sponsorship patterns
Outpatient orthopedics, pediatrics, and neuro rehab roles at large health systems sponsor more consistently than niche or travel PT contracts. Focusing on settings with higher sponsorship rates improves your chances of a long-term employment pathway.
PT OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a PT on OPT without a state license?
No. Physical therapy is a licensed profession in all 50 states, and you cannot legally practice without an active state license regardless of your OPT authorization. You need both your EAD card and a valid PT license in the state where you'll practice. Apply for licensure as early as possible since processing times range from six weeks to four months depending on the state.
Does a PT role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT and future H-1B purposes?
Yes. Physical therapy roles consistently qualify as specialty occupations because they require at minimum a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, a professional degree in a specific field. This makes PT one of the more straightforward job titles for H-1B petitions. Your DPT directly satisfies both the OPT employment requirement of working in a field related to your degree and the H-1B specialty occupation standard.
Can I work across multiple PT settings or for multiple employers on OPT?
Yes, but each position must be directly related to your DPT program and must be reported to your DSO. You can work part-time for more than one employer simultaneously as long as combined hours are within your authorized limits. If you're on post-completion OPT, you must work at least 20 hours per week in qualifying employment. Notify your DSO before adding or changing employers.
How do I find PT jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Many PT job postings don't explicitly mention OPT sponsorship, so filtering by employer sponsorship history matters more than what the listing says. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces PT roles from employers with documented sponsorship activity, saving you from applying to positions that will disqualify you at the offer stage.
Does my DPT qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on the CIP code your program is classified under at your university. Some DPT programs are coded under Health Professions CIP codes that are not on the STEM Designated Degree Program list, while others may qualify. Check with your DSO to confirm your program's exact CIP code against the current DHS STEM list. Do not assume your DPT qualifies without verifying through your institution.