TN Visa Clinical Therapist Jobs
Clinical Therapist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's psychology and social work categories, giving Canadian and Mexican licensed professionals a cap-free path into U.S. mental health practice. Employers file directly with CBP for Canadians or submit a petition to USCIS for Mexican nationals, with no lottery required.
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INTRODUCTION
For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.
FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy.
Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others. FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management.
The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.
Family Health Centers of San Diego is looking for a Clinical Site Manager, Physical Therapist who provides operational management to include administrative and clinical oversight to Physical Rehabilitation Services and activities at assigned clinics. Will dedicate 60% of time providing direct patient care as a Physical Rehabilitation Services clinician. Actively demonstrate passion in providing caring, high-quality care to a diverse patient population with a special commitment to the uninsured, low income, and the medically underserved.
Responsibilities:
- Build positive relationships, inspire others to perform at a higher level, prepare career development plans and retain an accountable workforce.
- Coach and counsel staff and administer appropriate disciplinary action in a timely manner.
- Provide/ensure staff receive all new hire and annual trainings on time.
- Administer day-to-day operations of assigned clinics, and/or assigned programs to include scheduling and patient service management.
- Establish operational objectives, and develop and implement plans for meeting tactical and strategic objectives as reviewed by senior management.
- Oversee administration of integrated care activities at assigned clinics to include data collection and report generation. Track site productivity and utilization rates. Monitor ongoing revenue and expenses. Collect and analyze data, prepare necessary reports, and develop improvement plans as necessary.
- Provide direct patient services as appropriate within scope of licensure.
- In collaboration with Physical Rehabilitation Services Senior Management Team, actively participate in organizational short and long-term planning and implementation activities.
- Oversee and directly participate in project planning, implementation, and assessment at assigned clinics.
- Complete all required documentation accurately, in a timely and thorough manner, in accordance with department standards.
- Ensure documentation complies with patients insurance requirements. In addition, monitor documentation of direct reports and assigned clinics to ensure maximum revenue realization.
- Work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
- Communicate effectively with providers, physicians, case managers, scheduling staff, and department leadership in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Review and maintain clinical guidelines.
- Assess quality of clinical care.
- Participate in clinical peer review.
- Advise on standards of care for clinical practice.
- Ensure applicable regulatory and department standards are met or exceeded on an ongoing basis (i.e., JCAHO, OSHA, Safety Standards, etc.).
- Ensure assigned clinics and/or programs are managed in a fiscally responsible manner to include grants implementation and requirements as directed in collaboration with other FHCSD departments and clinics as applicable.
- Ensure assigned site is well maintained and in compliance with FHCSD policies.
- Ensure work collaboratively with other managers in addressing and servicing difficult patients.
- Ensure Physical Rehabilitation Services staff are kept informed and adhere to policies and procedures that relate to the Physical Rehabilitation Services clinic.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities and ensure appropriate Lean tools (i.e., 5S, A3) are deployed and results are evaluated and/or measured.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree of Physical Therapy required.
- 3 years leadership experience in Healthcare required.
- 2 years experience leading or supervising in Clinical setting required.
- Current California state clinical licensure as Physical Therapist.
- Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training issued by an authorized agency.
- Traveling between sites and other locations is required as an essential function of the job. Must have a car, a valid California driver’s license, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.
Rewards:
- Job type: Regular Full Time (Onsite)
- Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.
We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:
$90,000 - $154,885
Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)
FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
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Verify your license transfers across borders
TN visa sponsorship for Clinical Therapists requires a valid professional license, but U.S. states don't automatically recognize Canadian provincial or Mexican federal credentials. Start the licensure reciprocity process in your target state before you begin applying.
Target healthcare systems with dedicated HR immigration teams
Large hospital networks, community mental health centers, and Federally Qualified Health Centers process TN petitions regularly. Smaller private practices rarely have the internal infrastructure to sponsor foreign professionals, so prioritize employers with established HR compliance functions.
Search TN-sponsored Clinical Therapist roles through Migrate Mate
Filter for Clinical Therapist positions where employers have recent visa filings and experience with work visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate surfaces roles matched to your visa category so you're not cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with sponsoring international workers.
Clarify your USMCA occupational category with the employer early
Clinical Therapist roles can qualify under the psychologist or social worker USMCA categories depending on your credentials and job duties. Confirm which category your employer's counsel will use before your offer letter is drafted to avoid CBP classification issues at the border.
Prepare a role-specific support letter before your border appointment
Canadian nationals apply at a port of entry and CBP officers adjudicate on the spot. Your employer's support letter must describe the therapeutic duties, your qualifying degree, and your state license number. A vague or generic letter is a common reason for same-day TN denials.
Understand Mexico's annual TN cap before accepting an offer
Mexican nationals are subject to an annual allocation of TN visas, unlike Canadians who face no cap. Confirm with your employer that the current fiscal year's allocation hasn't been exhausted before you enter the offer and USCIS petition process.
Clinical Therapist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Therapist role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Clinical Therapist positions can qualify under the USMCA's psychology or social worker occupational categories, depending on your credentials and the specific duties in the role. You'll need at least a qualifying bachelor's degree in a related field, a valid state license, and an employer willing to document how the position meets the USMCA specialty occupation definition for CBP or USCIS review.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Clinical Therapists?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for Canadian citizens, making it far more predictable than the H-1B visa. Canadian Clinical Therapists can obtain TN status at a U.S. port of entry the same day their employer's documentation is ready. Mexican nationals face a statutory cap and must file a petition with USCIS, but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely. The tradeoff is that TN status doesn't lead directly to a green card.
What documents does a Clinical Therapist need to present for TN admission?
You'll need a detailed employer support letter describing your therapeutic duties and confirming the position meets TN criteria, your degree transcripts or diploma in psychology or social work, your current state professional license, and proof of Canadian or Mexican citizenship. CBP officers adjudicate Canadian applications at the border in real time, so every document must be organized and complete before you arrive.
Where can I find Clinical Therapist jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles in the U.S. You can filter by job title and visa type to see Clinical Therapist positions from employers with recent visa filings, which significantly reduces the time spent approaching employers unfamiliar with the USMCA process.
Can a Clinical Therapist on TN status switch employers mid-visa period?
Yes, but you'll need new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you begin working there. Canadians can present the new employer's documentation at a port of entry for a fresh TN admission. Mexican nationals must file a new USCIS petition and receive approval before starting with the new employer. Working for the new employer before authorization is granted puts your status at risk.