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PT jobs in the United States are open to Canadian and Mexican physical therapists through the TN visa under USMCA, with no lottery and no cap for Canadians. Finding a clinic or hospital offering TN sponsorship means confirming the role meets the USMCA occupational category and that your credentials are verified for the state where you'll practice.
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Critical care and/or Emergency Department experience and current ACLS certification required. The position also includes an on-call requirement. The department operates Monday through Friday, with participation in the on-call rotation.
With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the professional nurse uses the nursing process in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. Develops nursing plans of care with the patient and their designated care partner(s) to effectively address the individualized needs and priorities of patients and are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values.
Job Description
Job Duties
- Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal healthcare.
- Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable, and affirming. Minimizes risk of harm to patients and others by following established nursing practices and protocols and individual performance.
- Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision making. Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care.
- Functions effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
- Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating skills in problem solving and conflict resolution. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development and acts in primary preceptor role to appropriate staff members.
- Actively participates in hospital- and practice setting-based committees, including safety and quality improvement. Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice.
Minimum Qualifications
- Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
- Patient-and Family-Centered Practice Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care and care planning.
- Cultural Awareness Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
- Effective Communication Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriately and respectfully delegates to other team members.
- Patient Assessment and Care Knowledge of and ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients and implement a treatment plan.
- Patient and Designated Care Partner Education Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and the ability to elicit learning priorities and needs and educate patients and their designated care partners on the patient's condition, the treatment and medications suggested and given, and the next steps in the patient's recovery.
- Medication Administration and Prescription Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this knowledge to the administration of medications and to the prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the hospital.
- Discharge Planning Knowledge of the patient's post-discharge needs and the ability to partner with the patient and family/designated care partner(s) in developing a discharge plan and arranging for follow-up care.
- Assessment and Diagnosis Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgement, ability to explore and analyze reasons behind symptoms and generate resolutions according to available drugs, facilities and techniques.
- Health Information Documentation Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation methods, ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and medical results in written or electronic form.
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association and
- RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred
- 1 year Previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting strongly preferred
Additional Qualifications
- Active RN license required in state of practice
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Abington Memorial Hospital
Primary Location Address
1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in PT
Get your credentials verified before applying
State licensure boards won't process your PT license without a foreign credential evaluation. Complete this through a board-approved evaluator before you contact employers, so sponsorship conversations don't stall at the document stage.
Confirm your degree meets USMCA requirements
TN visa status for Physical Therapists requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree. If your PT program awarded a master's or doctorate, you still qualify. Mexican professionals with a licenciatura from a Mexican institution also meet the threshold.
Target employers in underserved or rural markets
Outpatient clinics and hospital systems in rural areas face persistent staffing shortages and are more likely to move quickly on TN sponsorship. Filter your search by facility type and location, not just job title, to find employers already familiar with the process.
Clarify the employer's role before accepting an offer
For Canadian applicants, TN status is obtained at the port of entry, so the employer doesn't file a petition with USCIS. Confirm your prospective employer understands this. Mexican nationals require USCIS to approve a TN petition before the visa is issued at a consulate.
Search for TN sponsorship jobs using Migrate Mate
Filter PT roles by TN visa sponsorship directly on Migrate Mate so you only see employers who have confirmed willingness to support the process. This saves time you'd otherwise spend asking HR teams who aren't set up for TN filings.
Request a support letter that matches USMCA language
Your employer's support letter must describe your role as Physical Therapist, not a variant title, and reference USMCA professional category requirements. A mismatch between the letter's job description and the USMCA occupational list is a common reason CBP officers request additional documentation.
PT TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a PT job qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Physical Therapist is an explicitly listed occupation in the USMCA TN professional categories, which means employers can sponsor Canadian and Mexican PTs without filing a PERM labor certification or waiting for an H-1B lottery slot. Your degree must be at the baccalaureate or licenciatura level in physical therapy or a directly related field.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for physical therapists?
TN is generally faster and more predictable for PTs. H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with no guarantee of selection, and the filing and approval process can take months. Canadian PT applicants can receive TN status on the same day at a port of entry. Mexican nationals follow a consular process through USCIS, but there's still no lottery, and the timeline is typically shorter than H-1B.
Do I need a U.S. state PT license before an employer will sponsor my TN visa?
Most employers require you to hold or be eligible for the state license where you'll work before they'll extend an offer with TN sponsorship. USCIS and CBP don't require active licensure to approve TN status, but clinical employers typically won't let you practice until you're licensed. Starting the state licensure process early, including any required credential evaluation, puts you in a stronger position when negotiating sponsorship.
Where can I find PT jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists PT roles filtered by TN visa sponsorship, so you can focus on employers who have already confirmed willingness to support Canadian and Mexican professionals through the TN process. Searching by visa type rather than browsing general job boards removes the back-and-forth of asking HR teams whether they sponsor TN status.
Can a PT on TN status change employers, and what happens to sponsorship?
You can change PT employers on TN status, but the new employer must issue a new support letter documenting your role and qualifications under the USMCA PT category. Canadian nationals can present this letter at a port of entry to obtain new TN status. Mexican nationals need a new USCIS-approved petition before starting work with the new employer. Plan the transition timeline accordingly to avoid a gap in authorized status.