Physical Therapist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota's physical therapist job market is anchored by large health systems including Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, and Allina Health, all of which have sponsored visas for clinical roles. Hiring concentrates in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth. International PTs typically need state licensure and VisaScreen certification before starting work.
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We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist II to join our outpatient team. This part-time role will work 56 hours within a two-week pay period (with option to work up to full-time hours, if interested). Preferred experience with ortho. Pelvic health experience a plus. Must be open to covering the Brooklyn Park and Whittier clinics as needed.
Purpose of the position: In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, discharge planning and education.
Responsibilities:
- Performs and documents comprehensive physical therapy evaluations
- Develops and documents patient care plans to promote optimal function and safety
- Observes, evaluates, and documents patient's progress
- Participates in hospital rounds and patient care conferences
- Educates patients and care givers on therapeutic techniques, cares and treatments
- Completes all documentation and charges of services per departmental standards
- Functions as a clinical instructor for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students
- Directs and supervises activities performed by the PT aides consistent with their training and skill (patient transfers, patient transport, preparation of patient and equipment for treatment, selected treatment procedures, clerical duties and departmental maintenance)
- Directs and supervises selected physical therapy interventions performed by physical therapist assistants
- Properly applies and operates rehabilitative equipment
- Develops and conducts physical therapy in-services for other staff
- Orients and mentors newly assigned staff
- Serves as a clinical resource for other staff
- Participates in program development
- Represents the physical therapy department on committees and provides consultation to other departments and agencies as assigned
- Assumes responsibilities of the supervisor as assigned during the supervisor’s absence
- Provides work direction for clerical staff
- Assists in monitoring the quality of physical therapy activities and services
- Functions as a resource for departmental policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy
- Minimum of 2 full-time years of experience (4,160 hours)
- Possession of valid Physical Therapy license issued by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
- Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards; physical therapy theory, techniques, and treatment, physical therapy and orthopedic equipment; counseling and educational techniques; bandaging and wrapping techniques
- Ability to perform professional physical therapy techniques and treatment; calibrate and operate physical therapy and orthopedic equipment
- Ability to provide work direction for ancillary personnel
- Ability to counsel and instruct patients and families; ability to recognize and document patient progress
- Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the medical team
- Ability to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to deal objectively with individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from his/her own
- Ability to read and interpret written instructions, patient charts, and physicians' notes
- Ability to interpret policies and procedures in an advisory capacity (educate)
License/ Certifications:
Possession of valid Physical Therapy license issued by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy.
You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
Total Rewards Package:
- We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
- We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
- For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.
Department: Physical Therapy Community
Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.70 (56 hours per pay period)
Shift Detail: Day
Job Level: Staff
Employee Status: Regular
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Union/Non Union: Union
Min: $44.10
Max: $58.80
Job Posting: Oct-20-2026
SUMMARY
We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist II to join our outpatient team. This part-time role will work 56 hours within a two-week pay period (with option to work up to full-time hours, if interested). Preferred experience with ortho. Pelvic health experience a plus. Must be open to covering the Brooklyn Park and Whittier clinics as needed.
Purpose of the position: In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, discharge planning and education.
Responsibilities:
- Performs and documents comprehensive physical therapy evaluations
- Develops and documents patient care plans to promote optimal function and safety
- Observes, evaluates, and documents patient's progress
- Participates in hospital rounds and patient care conferences
- Educates patients and care givers on therapeutic techniques, cares and treatments
- Completes all documentation and charges of services per departmental standards
- Functions as a clinical instructor for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students
- Directs and supervises activities performed by the PT aides consistent with their training and skill (patient transfers, patient transport, preparation of patient and equipment for treatment, selected treatment procedures, clerical duties and departmental maintenance)
- Directs and supervises selected physical therapy interventions performed by physical therapist assistants
- Properly applies and operates rehabilitative equipment
- Develops and conducts physical therapy in-services for other staff
- Orients and mentors newly assigned staff
- Serves as a clinical resource for other staff
- Participates in program development
- Represents the physical therapy department on committees and provides consultation to other departments and agencies as assigned
- Assumes responsibilities of the supervisor as assigned during the supervisor’s absence
- Provides work direction for clerical staff
- Assists in monitoring the quality of physical therapy activities and services
- Functions as a resource for departmental policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy
- Minimum of 2 full-time years of experience (4,160 hours)
- Possession of valid Physical Therapy license issued by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
- Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards; physical therapy theory, techniques, and treatment, physical therapy and orthopedic equipment; counseling and educational techniques; bandaging and wrapping techniques
- Ability to perform professional physical therapy techniques and treatment; calibrate and operate physical therapy and orthopedic equipment
- Ability to provide work direction for ancillary personnel
- Ability to counsel and instruct patients and families; ability to recognize and document patient progress
- Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the medical team
- Ability to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to deal objectively with individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from his/her own
- Ability to read and interpret written instructions, patient charts, and physicians' notes
- Ability to interpret policies and procedures in an advisory capacity (educate)
License/ Certifications:
Possession of valid Physical Therapy license issued by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy.
You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
Total Rewards Package:
- We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
- We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
- For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.
Department: Physical Therapy Community
Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.70 (56 hours per pay period)
Shift Detail: Day
Job Level: Staff
Employee Status: Regular
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Union/Non Union: Union
Min: $44.10
Max: $58.80
Job Posting: Oct-20-2026
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Which companies sponsor visas for physical therapists in Minnesota?
The most active sponsors for physical therapist roles in Minnesota are large integrated health systems. Mayo Clinic in Rochester, M Health Fairview and Allina Health in the Twin Cities, and Essentia Health in Duluth have all filed H-1B visa petitions for PT positions. Smaller outpatient clinics and rehabilitation networks sponsor less frequently, though some do engage staffing firms that support visa processing.
Which visa types are most common for physical therapist roles in Minnesota?
H-1B is the most common visa for physical therapists in Minnesota, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. EB-3 immigrant visas are also used, particularly through employer-sponsored green card petitions. International PTs must also obtain VisaScreen certification from CGFNS and a Minnesota PT license before they can legally practice.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most physical therapist sponsorship jobs?
The Twin Cities metro (Minneapolis and St. Paul) concentrates the most PT sponsorship opportunities, driven by the density of hospital networks and outpatient rehabilitation centers there. Rochester is the second most active market, anchored by Mayo Clinic's large PT workforce. Duluth sees demand through Essentia Health and St. Luke's. Rural and greater Minnesota positions exist but sponsorship from those employers is less common.
How to find physical therapist visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship, so you can search physical therapist roles in Minnesota without sifting through positions that won't support international candidates. The platform surfaces openings from health systems and rehabilitation employers that have a documented history of sponsoring PTs. Filtering by Minnesota and the physical therapist role category gives you the most relevant, sponsorship-confirmed results.
Are there state-specific considerations for international physical therapists pursuing jobs in Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota requires PT licensure through the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy before you can practice, and foreign-trained applicants must have their credentials evaluated. VisaScreen certification from CGFNS is required for H-1B and employment-based green card petitions in health professions. The University of Minnesota and other state programs produce a large domestic PT graduate pool, so sponsored roles tend to go to candidates with specialized clinical experience or who fill geographic gaps in underserved areas.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physical therapist jobs in Minnesota?
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.