Healthcare Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois is a major destination for healthcare Green Card sponsorship, with large health systems like Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, Advocate Health Care, and the University of Chicago Medicine regularly sponsoring permanent residence for qualified candidates. Chicago anchors most hiring activity, while Peoria, Rockford, and Springfield offer additional opportunities across hospitals, research institutions, and specialty clinics.
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Cath Lab Technologist (Job ID: 22171)
Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Oak Park
Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Department: Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1.0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
Sign-on Bonus: $10,000 and this position may be eligible for up to $5,000 in relocation
Pay Range: 34.89 - 56.78
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary
Under the direction of the Cardiac Cath /interventional Radiology Nurse Manager and with limited supervision and in accordance with established policies and procedures, assists in conducting invasive cardiac cath and interventional procedures. Participates in all functions necessary to maintain high standards of care in all areas. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
- 2-4 years of previous experience.
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Program.
- Registered by the ARRT.
- Current Active Illinois State License.
- Current CPR.
- Ability to deal efficiently and courteously with all hospital personnel and work in a team-oriented environment.
- Verbal and written skills necessary to facilitate communication with a variety of personnel.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Ability to take call on rotation (include weekdays, weekends and Holidays, arrival time for STEMI in 30 min.).
Preferred Job Qualifications:
- Associates degree or Bachelors degree.
- ACLS desirable (if no ACLS highly recommended to acquire in 6 months-1 year after hire date).
Physical Demands:
Requires full range body motion including handling and lifting patients as necessary. Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Responsibilities:
- Receives and reviews requests for diagnostic and interventional procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath and Special Procedure Department.
- Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.
- Explains and prepares the patient for all cardiac and/or interventional radiology procedures.
- Prepares procedural table and/or room per Cardiac cath and interventional procedures as indicated by protocol.
- Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes to properly and safely position the patient for maximum diagnosis.
- Operates highly complex equipment within the cardiac cath and interventional department, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. standards.
- Vast knowledge of sterile technique, various catheters and equipment to independently assist physician table side during the procedure.
- Documents exams, transmits images, and charges accurately.
- Maintains equipment and rooms in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to Manager and/or appropriate personnel.
- Performs various clerical duties.
- Checks stock inventory and initiates orders.
- Must be available for on-call status, as needed, after normal operating hours (include weekdays, weekends and Holidays, required arrival time for STEMI in 30 min.).
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Search Healthcare Jobs in IllinoisHealthcare Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which healthcare companies sponsor Green Card visas in Illinois?
Illinois is home to several large health systems that have established Green Card sponsorship programs, including Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, Advocate Health Care, and the University of Chicago Medicine. Academic medical centers affiliated with the University of Illinois and Loyola University Chicago also sponsor permanent residence, particularly for physicians, advanced practice providers, and specialized allied health professionals.
Which cities in Illinois have the most healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the largest share of healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs in Illinois, driven by its concentration of academic medical centers, specialty hospitals, and research institutions. Outside Chicago, Evanston, Oak Brook, and Naperville have notable hospital presence through major health system networks. Peoria, Rockford, and Springfield also offer opportunities, particularly at regional hospital systems and federally qualified health centers serving underserved communities.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Illinois?
Physicians, surgeons, and psychiatrists are among the most commonly sponsored roles, particularly given ongoing shortages across Illinois. Registered nurses, nurse practitioners, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and physician assistants also qualify regularly. Allied health professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical laboratory science, and diagnostic imaging are sponsored at larger health systems. Research-focused roles at academic medical centers may qualify through employment-based categories recognizing advanced degrees or extraordinary ability.
How do I find healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa-sponsored positions in the U.S., including healthcare Green Card jobs in Illinois. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to surface relevant openings at Illinois health systems and hospitals. This focused approach saves significant time compared to manually reviewing employer career pages to determine sponsorship eligibility.
Are there Illinois-specific considerations for healthcare Green Card sponsorship?
Illinois has federally designated Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and Medically Underserved Areas across both Chicago neighborhoods and rural downstate regions. Physicians sponsored through the EB-2 National Interest Waiver often meet the criteria tied to serving these underserved populations, which can support self-petitioning without an employer-filed labor certification. Illinois state licensing requirements must also be satisfied independently of federal immigration approval, so timeline planning across both processes matters.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card healthcare jobs in Illinois?
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.