Occupational Therapist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Alabama
Alabama's occupational therapist job market is anchored by major health systems like UAB Medicine, Huntsville Hospital, and Ascension St. Vincent's, with strong demand across Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile. Several of these employers have sponsored work visas for internationally trained OTs, particularly in outpatient rehabilitation, pediatric, and long-term care settings.
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FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Birmingham, AL, and we’re looking for passionate, licensed Occupational Therapists who want to deliver exceptional one-on-one care to older adults right where they live. Whether treating in private residences or within Senior Living Communities, you’ll help patients improve mobility, independence, and quality of life through our signature Geriatric House Calls™ model.
This opportunity is ideal for Occupational Therapists who value autonomy, flexibility, and truly meaningful patient outcomes, while enjoying the freedom to create and manage your own treatment schedule and build strong, lasting patient relationships.
FOX clinicians may also incorporate telehealth and other forms of virtual care into their schedules, allowing for greater flexibility, improved continuity of care, and the ability to support more patients.
If you're searching for a high-impact OT role that allows you to positively impact the lives of the communities we serve, FOX is the right fit for you!
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one Occupational therapy to older adults wherever they call home (Private residences, Senior Living Communities, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care)
- Perform evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and deliver evidence-based treatment
- Deliver therapy sessions that support patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence
- Document effectively within FOX’s EMR system in accordance with regulatory standards
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists
- Educate patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place
- Provide telehealth / virtual care when appropriate to extend access and flexibility
Why Join FOX Rehabilitation?
FOX Rehabilitation is a clinician-operated practice rooted in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and a mission to abolish ageism. You’ll be supported by leaders who understand clinical work, because they’ve lived it.
Why clinicians love working with FOX:
- A one-on-one care model that allows you to truly connect with each patient
- Opportunities to practice in both in-home and senior living community settings
- Optional telehealth / virtual care components that expand flexibility and access
- The ability to create, control, and adjust your own treatment schedule
- A collaborative, interdisciplinary environment (PT, OT, SLP, Fitness Specialists)
- Work within a community-based practice that supports independence, wellness, and longevity
- A culture that invests in your growth and values clinician-driven decision-making
Employment Types Available
FOX offers multiple pathways to match your lifestyle and career goals:
- Full-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits)
- Part-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits eligibility based on minimum hours requirement)
- PRN / FOX Flex Occupational Therapist – Home & Community Visits (pay per unit compensation)
- New Graduates eligible for FOX’s nationally recognized Emerging Professionals Mentor Program
Ways to Earn More with FOX
Beyond base compensation, our clinicians have real opportunities to develop professionally and increase their income:
- Refer a friend — earn employee referral bonuses for growing our clinical team
- Refer a patient — wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist
- Teach the next generation — earn more while you shape the future serving as a Clinical Instructor
- Mentor rising talent — guide new grads and emerging professionals as they launch their careers
- Manage more patients — earn additional pay by supervising PTA/OTAs and expanding the care you're able to provide
- Go above and beyond — earn additional pay for patient care above bi-weekly quota
- Share your expertise — get compensated for writing blog articles or creating viral social content
Compensation & Benefits
FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Unlimited continuing education access
- Professional certification reimbursement
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
- Access to advanced technology and tools (including virtual care resources)
- Supportive, clinician driven culture
Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain
- Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Basic computer and EMR proficiency
- Current CPR certification
Physical Requirements
FOX clinicians must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including:
- Exerting medium physical effort, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly
- Performing CPR
- Providing moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility
- Repositioning patients, standing/walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities
- Driving to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model
- Wearing PPE when required
Apply Today
Join FOX Rehabilitation as a Occupational Therapist providing in-home, senior living, and virtual care to older adults across Birmingham, AL, and surrounding communities. You’ll help people improve mobility, stay independent, and live stronger, longer lives.
Contact FOX Now!
Jessie Hess, Clinical Career Specialist
Jessie.hess@foxrehab.org
M: 609-605-2553
OK to text or call :)
You can also text FOX to 609-853-5114 to learn more!
LI-JH1
FOX Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Occupational Therapist – Birmingham, AL
FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Birmingham, AL, and we’re looking for passionate, licensed Occupational Therapists who want to deliver exceptional one-on-one care to older adults right where they live. Whether treating in private residences or within Senior Living Communities, you’ll help patients improve mobility, independence, and quality of life through our signature Geriatric House Calls™ model.
This opportunity is ideal for Occupational Therapists who value autonomy, flexibility, and truly meaningful patient outcomes, while enjoying the freedom to create and manage your own treatment schedule and build strong, lasting patient relationships.
FOX clinicians may also incorporate telehealth and other forms of virtual care into their schedules, allowing for greater flexibility, improved continuity of care, and the ability to support more patients.
If you're searching for a high-impact OT role that allows you to positively impact the lives of the communities we serve, FOX is the right fit for you!
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one Occupational therapy to older adults wherever they call home (Private residences, Senior Living Communities, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care)
- Perform evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and deliver evidence-based treatment
- Deliver therapy sessions that support patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence
- Document effectively within FOX’s EMR system in accordance with regulatory standards
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists
- Educate patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place
- Provide telehealth / virtual care when appropriate to extend access and flexibility
Why Join FOX Rehabilitation?
FOX Rehabilitation is a clinician-operated practice rooted in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and a mission to abolish ageism. You’ll be supported by leaders who understand clinical work, because they’ve lived it.
Why clinicians love working with FOX:
- A one-on-one care model that allows you to truly connect with each patient
- Opportunities to practice in both in-home and senior living community settings
- Optional telehealth / virtual care components that expand flexibility and access
- The ability to create, control, and adjust your own treatment schedule
- A collaborative, interdisciplinary environment (PT, OT, SLP, Fitness Specialists)
- Work within a community-based practice that supports independence, wellness, and longevity
- A culture that invests in your growth and values clinician-driven decision-making
Employment Types Available
FOX offers multiple pathways to match your lifestyle and career goals:
- Full-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits)
- Part-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits eligibility based on minimum hours requirement)
- PRN / FOX Flex Occupational Therapist – Home & Community Visits (pay per unit compensation)
- New Graduates eligible for FOX’s nationally recognized Emerging Professionals Mentor Program
Ways to Earn More with FOX
Beyond base compensation, our clinicians have real opportunities to develop professionally and increase their income:
- Refer a friend — earn employee referral bonuses for growing our clinical team
- Refer a patient — wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist
- Teach the next generation — earn more while you shape the future serving as a Clinical Instructor
- Mentor rising talent — guide new grads and emerging professionals as they launch their careers
- Manage more patients — earn additional pay by supervising PTA/OTAs and expanding the care you're able to provide
- Go above and beyond — earn additional pay for patient care above bi-weekly quota
- Share your expertise — get compensated for writing blog articles or creating viral social content
Compensation & Benefits
FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Unlimited continuing education access
- Professional certification reimbursement
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
- Access to advanced technology and tools (including virtual care resources)
- Supportive, clinician driven culture
Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain
- Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Basic computer and EMR proficiency
- Current CPR certification
Physical Requirements
FOX clinicians must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including:
- Exerting medium physical effort, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly
- Performing CPR
- Providing moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility
- Repositioning patients, standing/walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities
- Driving to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model
- Wearing PPE when required
Apply Today
Join FOX Rehabilitation as a Occupational Therapist providing in-home, senior living, and virtual care to older adults across Birmingham, AL, and surrounding communities. You’ll help people improve mobility, stay independent, and live stronger, longer lives.
Contact FOX Now!
Jessie Hess, Clinical Career Specialist
Jessie.hess@foxrehab.org
M: 609-605-2553
OK to text or call :)
You can also text FOX to 609-853-5114 to learn more!
LI-JH1
FOX Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Which companies sponsor visas for occupational therapists in Alabama?
The employers most commonly associated with occupational therapist visa sponsorship in Alabama include UAB Medicine, Huntsville Hospital Health System, Ascension St. Vincent's, and Southeast Health. Larger hospital networks and post-acute rehabilitation providers tend to have the HR infrastructure to manage sponsorship. Pediatric therapy networks and home health agencies in the state have also sponsored internationally trained OTs, though sponsorship availability varies by facility and hiring cycle.
Which visa types are most common for occupational therapist roles in Alabama?
The H-1B visa is the most common sponsorship pathway for occupational therapists in Alabama, as OT roles generally qualify as specialty occupations requiring a relevant bachelor's degree at minimum. Some employers also sponsor permanent residence through EB-3 petitions for skilled workers. Internationally trained OTs must hold a current Alabama OT license and meet NBCOT certification requirements before any visa petition can move forward.
Which cities in Alabama have the most occupational therapist sponsorship jobs?
Birmingham concentrates the largest share of OT sponsorship opportunities in Alabama, driven by UAB Medicine and the broader healthcare corridor in Jefferson County. Huntsville has seen growing demand tied to its expanding hospital system and population growth. Mobile and Montgomery each have regional medical centers and rehabilitation facilities that recruit internationally, making them secondary but viable markets for OTs seeking sponsored positions.
How to find occupational therapist visa sponsorship jobs in Alabama?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter directly for occupational therapist positions in Alabama to see employers who have sponsored visas for this role. Because sponsorship willingness is not always advertised, Migrate Mate surfaces employers with a documented sponsorship history, saving time compared to manually screening general job postings.
Are there any state-specific considerations for internationally trained OTs seeking jobs in Alabama?
Alabama requires occupational therapists to hold a state license issued by the Alabama Board of Occupational Therapy. International applicants must have their credentials evaluated for equivalency, typically through a service accepted by NBCOT, before sitting for the certification exam. The licensing step must be completed before an employer can submit an H-1B visa petition on your behalf, so starting the credential evaluation process early is important when pursuing Alabama OT positions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored occupational therapist jobs in Alabama?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.