J-1 Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is one of the strongest states for J-1 visa sponsorship, driven by a dense concentration of research universities, world-class hospitals, and life sciences employers across Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester. Education, healthcare, research, and hospitality are the most active sponsoring industries.
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Entity: Brown Health Medical Group
Location Name: 531 Faunce Corner Road
City, State: North Dartmouth, MA
Work Type: PER DIEM
Hours Per Week: Variable
Shift: Day
Posted Date: 9/11/2026
SUMMARY
This position is to function as a member of the clinical team and completes assigned daily clinical operations to ensure smooth day-to-day operations in the physician practice. The Medical Assistant Intern must maintain a professional, positive manner when talking with patients (and all customers) in-person, over the phone, or via email.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works closely with providers to assist in delivering world-class care to patients.
- Provides a high level of customer service to all new and existing patients of the practice.
- Rooms patient and prepares the patient for the provider visit.
- Takes vital signs as necessary.
- Responsible for accurate blood pressure, temperature, pulse, pulse oximetry, weight, height, respiratory rate and entering accurately into EMR.
- Records patient history, chief complaint, pharmacy information, prescription list, etc. into EMR for patient visit.
- Obtains required consents, completes required forms as needed for specific visit types.
- Performs in-office testing and EKGs as needed. Required to perform controls on certain in-office tests.
- Assists provider with in-office medical procedures.
- Properly labels all specimens, adhering to BUH policy.
- Chaperones Providers as required.
- Stocks rooms and monitors expiration dates of exam room supplies.
- Monitors and logs medication/vaccine refrigerator temperatures.
- Assists with incoming calls as needed by answering, triaging, and routing telephone calls appropriately as needed.
- Follows scheduling rules and directs schedules patient visits in other BUH practices.
- Reviews schedules (clinical pre-visit review) to ensure the provider has what the patient visit is for. Example: results, consultation notes, hospital notes etc. If not available, contacts facility or other practice to obtain them.
- Schedules patient appointments and appropriate testing as ordered by provider upon check out from appointments or any other time as requested.
- Performs outreach to select patient groups as directed for patient care and quality and then schedules specialty appointments and testing as required.
- Responsible to inform manager of clinical supply needs or assisting with ordering.
- Responsible to obtain prior authorizations and/or insurance referrals as per practice need.
- Works assigned baskets and queues timely.
- Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
- Always use discretion to ensure patient confidentiality.
- Complete competencies and training requirements.
- Performs other duties as requested.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Senior in an accredited medical assistant vocational school – able to read, write and speak English.
- Maintain current AHA BLS certification.
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk; stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. May be exposed to various patient conditions including infectious diseases, blood, and bodily fluids. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay Range
$18.00-$27.13
Location
531 Faunce Corner Road - 531 Faunce Corner Road North Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02747
Work Type
Monday through Thursday 7:45 AM to 5 PM and Friday 8 AM to 4 PM
Work Shift
Day
Daily Hours
8 hours
Driving Required
No
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Job ID: JR-113291
Entity: Brown Health Medical Group
Location Name: 531 Faunce Corner Road
City, State: North Dartmouth, MA
Work Type: PER DIEM
Hours Per Week: Variable
Shift: Day
Posted Date: 9/11/2026
SUMMARY
This position is to function as a member of the clinical team and completes assigned daily clinical operations to ensure smooth day-to-day operations in the physician practice. The Medical Assistant Intern must maintain a professional, positive manner when talking with patients (and all customers) in-person, over the phone, or via email.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works closely with providers to assist in delivering world-class care to patients.
- Provides a high level of customer service to all new and existing patients of the practice.
- Rooms patient and prepares the patient for the provider visit.
- Takes vital signs as necessary.
- Responsible for accurate blood pressure, temperature, pulse, pulse oximetry, weight, height, respiratory rate and entering accurately into EMR.
- Records patient history, chief complaint, pharmacy information, prescription list, etc. into EMR for patient visit.
- Obtains required consents, completes required forms as needed for specific visit types.
- Performs in-office testing and EKGs as needed. Required to perform controls on certain in-office tests.
- Assists provider with in-office medical procedures.
- Properly labels all specimens, adhering to BUH policy.
- Chaperones Providers as required.
- Stocks rooms and monitors expiration dates of exam room supplies.
- Monitors and logs medication/vaccine refrigerator temperatures.
- Assists with incoming calls as needed by answering, triaging, and routing telephone calls appropriately as needed.
- Follows scheduling rules and directs schedules patient visits in other BUH practices.
- Reviews schedules (clinical pre-visit review) to ensure the provider has what the patient visit is for. Example: results, consultation notes, hospital notes etc. If not available, contacts facility or other practice to obtain them.
- Schedules patient appointments and appropriate testing as ordered by provider upon check out from appointments or any other time as requested.
- Performs outreach to select patient groups as directed for patient care and quality and then schedules specialty appointments and testing as required.
- Responsible to inform manager of clinical supply needs or assisting with ordering.
- Responsible to obtain prior authorizations and/or insurance referrals as per practice need.
- Works assigned baskets and queues timely.
- Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
- Always use discretion to ensure patient confidentiality.
- Complete competencies and training requirements.
- Performs other duties as requested.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Senior in an accredited medical assistant vocational school – able to read, write and speak English.
- Maintain current AHA BLS certification.
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk; stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. May be exposed to various patient conditions including infectious diseases, blood, and bodily fluids. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay Range
$18.00-$27.13
Location
531 Faunce Corner Road - 531 Faunce Corner Road North Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02747
Work Type
Monday through Thursday 7:45 AM to 5 PM and Friday 8 AM to 4 PM
Work Shift
Day
Daily Hours
8 hours
Driving Required
No
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Tips for Finding J-1 Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Target Boston's research and academic corridor first
The stretch from Boston to Cambridge hosts Harvard, MIT, and dozens of affiliated research institutions that routinely sponsor J-1 researchers, professors, and interns. These organizations have established DS-2019 issuance infrastructure and sponsor at high volume.
Distinguish between J-1 sponsor types before you apply
In Massachusetts, J-1 sponsorship comes from two sources: employers who are designated sponsors and third-party program sponsors like CIEE or AIPT. Knowing which type a job listing uses affects your timeline and which DS-2019 documents you'll receive.
Focus your search on healthcare and life sciences hubs
Mass General Brigham, Dana-Farber, and Boston Children's Hospital are among the largest J-1 healthcare sponsors in the state. Life sciences companies clustered in Kendall Square and the Route 128 corridor also regularly bring in J-1 research fellows.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by visa type and state
When searching for J-1 roles in Massachusetts, Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically by visa sponsorship type and location, so you're not manually sorting through listings that don't match your authorization needs.
Apply to hospitality and tourism roles outside peak season
Massachusetts hotels, resorts on Cape Cod, and seasonal venues in the Berkshires sponsor J-1 interns through summer and shoulder seasons. Applying in early spring gives you a better window before competition peaks for these structured internship programs.
Check university career offices for research-specific J-1 pipelines
Boston University, Northeastern, and Tufts maintain active international office relationships with J-1 program sponsors. Their career portals and international student offices often list roles specifically structured around J-1 research scholar or intern categories.
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Get Access To All JobsJ-1 Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Massachusetts sponsor the most J-1 visas?
Healthcare, higher education, and life sciences account for the largest share of J-1 visa sponsorship activity in Massachusetts. Hospitals affiliated with Harvard Medical School and research institutions in Cambridge lead in research scholar and physician categories. Hospitality, tourism, and summer programs along the coast and in the Berkshires are also active sponsors, particularly for intern and trainee categories.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most J-1 sponsorship jobs?
Boston and Cambridge together form the most concentrated J-1 sponsorship market in the state, driven by hospitals, universities, and life sciences employers. Worcester is active in healthcare and academic research through UMass Memorial and Clark University. Springfield, Cape Cod, and the Pioneer Valley also have sponsoring employers, particularly in hospitality and education.
What types of roles typically qualify for J-1 sponsorship in Massachusetts?
J-1 sponsorship in Massachusetts most commonly covers research scholars, clinical trainees, university professors, summer work-travel participants, and structured internships in fields like life sciences, engineering, business, and healthcare administration. Roles must align with a recognized J-1 program category and be placed through a designated program sponsor, not arranged independently with any employer.
How do I find J-1 sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S., and lets you filter J-1 roles by state so you can focus on Massachusetts employers directly. Beyond job boards, university international offices, professional associations in your field, and designated J-1 program sponsors like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, and AIPT maintain curated employer networks worth reaching out to directly.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for J-1 sponsorship?
Massachusetts has a high cost of living, particularly in the Greater Boston area, which is worth factoring into your planning when evaluating J-1 positions. The state's strong union presence in healthcare and higher education means some roles operate under collective bargaining agreements. Additionally, Massachusetts requires all workers, including J-1 participants, to comply with state tax obligations and mandatory health insurance coverage under Chapter 58 reform.