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Ohio sponsors Green Card holders across healthcare, manufacturing, engineering, and technology, with strong employer concentrations in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. The state's mix of major health systems, Fortune 500 manufacturers, and growing tech sector makes it one of the Midwest's most active states for permanent residence sponsorship.
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Mercy Health
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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Certified Medical Assistant – Starbright Family Medicine
Job Summary:
The Medical Assistant Certified is a multi-skilled clinical professional that provides indirect and/or direct patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with the standards of excellence and quality. Under the direction of the provider, the Medical Assistant contributes to the completion of the patient’s chief complaint (including, but not limited, to respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, height, weight, and temperature), documents patient/family needs, participates in planning and implementing care for patients, and administers ordered medications (oral, injection, topically, etc.) within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines.
Essential Functions:
- Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the Medical Assistant role.
- Identifies significant changes in patient condition through data collection and reports them to the provider.
- Troubleshoots issues and escalate problems to provider, direct supervisor, or appropriate internal resource.
- Demonstrates standards of excellence in care in all interactions, for both internal and external customers.
- Maintains clinical and administrative skills per the departmental competency guidelines to meet patient care and daily operational needs.
- Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
- Travels to other facilities for providers or adjusts hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the practice manager as needed.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education:
- High School/GED (required)
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant post-secondary education program (preferred in all states except South Carolina)
In South Carolina (completion of one of the below is required):
- An accredited Medical assistant post-secondary education program
- A Career and technical education health sciences program approved by the South Carolina Department of Education
- A medical assisting program provided by a branch of the United States military
- A Medical assisting United States Department of Labor approved Registered Apprenticeship program
- A Training program that is delivered, in whole or in part, by a health care employer that aligns to a nationally accredited certification exam
Required Licensing & Certifications:
- Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required):
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
- Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
- If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
Experience:
- Completion of externship or clinical lab training (preferred)
- 1 year of recent Medical Assisting experience (preferred)
Skills & Abilities:
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
- Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
- Provide authorized prescription and drug refill information for pharmacies as directed by provider.
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
- Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
- Successfully completes skills or competency checklists to be able to help physicians examine and treat patients, performing such tasks as handing them instruments, giving injections, removing sutures, changing dressings on wounds.
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to collaboratively work with patients, families, and teams within a high-volume environment.
- Medical terminology
- Attention to detail
- Ability to multitask
- Ability to use standard office equipment (i.e. computer, copier, phone, fax machine)
Training:
None
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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Tips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Target Ohio's large health systems directly
Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and UC Health are among the state's most active Green Card sponsors. Applying directly through their careers portals, rather than general job boards, puts your application in front of hiring teams familiar with sponsorship processes.
Focus on employers with established immigration programs
Large manufacturers and engineering firms in Ohio, including those in the automotive and aerospace supply chain, sponsor Green Cards regularly. Companies with dedicated HR or immigration contacts have the infrastructure to support PERM labor certification from the start.
Search by industry, not just job title
Ohio's sponsorship activity is concentrated in specific sectors. Searching for roles within healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and software development on Migrate Mate lets you filter by visa type so you surface employers actively sponsoring Green Cards.
Understand the PERM timeline before you apply
PERM labor certification, the first step for most employer-sponsored Green Cards, can take 12 to 18 months before the I-140 petition is even filed. Asking about an employer's prior sponsorship experience during interviews helps you assess whether they're prepared for the timeline.
Look beyond Columbus for less competitive markets
While Columbus draws significant sponsorship activity, cities like Dayton, Akron, and Toledo have manufacturing and healthcare employers who sponsor Green Cards with fewer applicants competing for the same roles. Smaller markets can mean faster hiring decisions.
Verify sponsorship willingness early in the process
Many Ohio employers support H-1B visa sponsorship but haven't yet sponsored a Green Card. During initial conversations, ask specifically whether the company has completed PERM filings before. A company with prior experience moves through the process more predictably than one attempting it for the first time.
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Which industries in Ohio sponsor the most Green Cards?
Healthcare, manufacturing, and engineering account for the largest share of Green Card sponsorship activity in Ohio. Major health systems drive significant PERM filings, while automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturers in the state sponsor engineers and skilled tradespeople. Software and IT roles at Ohio's growing tech employers also generate consistent sponsorship activity, particularly in Columbus.
Which cities in Ohio have the most Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Columbus has the highest concentration of sponsoring employers in Ohio, driven by its healthcare institutions, tech sector, and state government contractors. Cleveland is a close second, anchored by its world-class medical institutions and manufacturing base. Cincinnati's corporate headquarters and healthcare network also generate substantial sponsorship, while Dayton and Akron offer opportunities in defense and manufacturing.
What types of roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Ohio?
Roles that require a specific bachelor's degree or higher are the most common candidates for employer-sponsored Green Cards in Ohio. These include software engineers, registered nurses, physicians, mechanical and electrical engineers, financial analysts, and research scientists. Positions where the employer can demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available, the core requirement under PERM, tend to be specialized technical or clinical roles.
How do I find Green Card sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings specifically by visa type, so you can search for Green Card sponsorship jobs in Ohio without sorting through listings from employers who don't sponsor. Beyond dedicated platforms, targeting large healthcare systems and manufacturers in Ohio directly through their careers pages is effective, since these employers sponsor regularly and have immigration programs already in place.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card jobs in Ohio?
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.