PT Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
PT visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago's sprawling hospital network, including Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and the University of Chicago Health System, as well as outpatient and rehabilitation clinics across the metro area. The state's strong academic medical infrastructure supports consistent demand for internationally trained physical therapists.
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Maxim Healthcare in Orland Park is hiring for a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to work with our adult and pediatric patients in the home setting located in Bradey, IL.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Bradley, IL: Friday & Saturday 7pm-7am
Onarga, IL: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 7pm-7am + PRN
Responsibilities:
- Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services, as required
- Initiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber any necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
- Incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on patient diagnosis and established goals
- Intervenes as applicable in response to changes in patient/client condition and reports such changes to appropriate physician or supervisor
- Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention
- Reviews plan of care and program protocols and identifies areas for healthcare teaching/education, care coordination, goal setting and discharge planning needs, as applicable
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) License for the state in which the nurse practices.
- Current Health Certificate (per facility Registered Nurse (RN) contract or state regulation).
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
- Current BLS card.
- One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
- Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled in Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
- Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
ABOUT MAXIM HEALTHCARE
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
COMPENSATION
Salary: $36 - $45/ per hour
INTRODUCTION
Maxim Healthcare in Orland Park is hiring for a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to work with our adult and pediatric patients in the home setting located in Bradey, IL.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Bradley, IL: Friday & Saturday 7pm-7am
Onarga, IL: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 7pm-7am + PRN
Responsibilities:
- Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services, as required
- Initiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber any necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
- Incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on patient diagnosis and established goals
- Intervenes as applicable in response to changes in patient/client condition and reports such changes to appropriate physician or supervisor
- Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention
- Reviews plan of care and program protocols and identifies areas for healthcare teaching/education, care coordination, goal setting and discharge planning needs, as applicable
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) License for the state in which the nurse practices.
- Current Health Certificate (per facility Registered Nurse (RN) contract or state regulation).
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
- Current BLS card.
- One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
- Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled in Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
- Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
ABOUT MAXIM HEALTHCARE
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
COMPENSATION
Salary: $36 - $45/ per hour
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Search PT Jobs in IllinoisPT Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for physical therapists in Illinois?
Large health systems with established immigration programs are the most consistent sponsors in Illinois. Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, Advocate Health Care, and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have all sponsored physical therapists through employment-based visa categories. Long-term acute care hospitals and outpatient rehabilitation networks, particularly those with high patient volumes in the Chicago suburbs, also regularly hire internationally trained PTs.
Which visa types are most common for PT roles in Illinois?
Most international physical therapists in Illinois enter on H-1B visas, which require employer sponsorship and are subject to the annual cap and lottery. The EB-3 immigrant visa is a common longer-term pathway, as physical therapy qualifies as a skilled occupation under that category. Some employers also use the TN visa for Canadian and Mexican PTs who meet the USMCA professional list requirements.
Which cities in Illinois have the most PT sponsorship jobs?
Chicago and its surrounding suburbs account for the overwhelming majority of PT sponsorship opportunities in Illinois. The northern suburbs, including Evanston, Skokie, and Naperville, have significant outpatient and hospital-based openings. Rockford, Peoria, and Springfield each have regional health systems with PT needs, though these markets are smaller and sponsorship is less frequent outside major academic medical centers.
How to find pt visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters PT roles in Illinois by visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're not sorting through postings from employers who won't sponsor. Search physical therapist roles filtered to Illinois on Migrate Mate to find health systems and rehabilitation clinics actively hiring sponsored candidates. Creating a profile also helps match you to new postings as they appear.
Are there state-specific considerations for internationally trained PTs seeking sponsorship in Illinois?
Illinois requires physical therapists to hold a state license from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation before practicing, and most employers will condition any visa sponsorship offer on obtaining licensure. International graduates must also pass the NPTE and meet FCCPT or equivalent credential evaluation requirements. Chicago's academic medical centers often have dedicated HR teams experienced with H-1B and EB-3 filings for therapy roles, making them more predictable sponsors.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored pt 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.