Home Care Physical Therapist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Home care physical therapist jobs in Ohio draw international candidates to a state where large home health networks like Amedisys, LHC Group, and Kindred at Home maintain active hiring pipelines across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Ohio's aging population and rural care gaps create steady demand, and several employers here have established visa sponsorship track records for licensed physical therapists.
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Full time role but open to part time applicants as well. Retention Bonus’s may be available for this opportunity. Our Homecare Therapists have flexible scheduling options with part and full time openings. You manage your own caseload as well as receive paid mileage and continuing education dollars. We offer a strong network of support for both new graduates as well as experienced therapists. Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Job Description Summary:
Evaluates pediatric and select adult patients for physical therapy due to injury or disease and administers treatment. Fabricates or recommends adaptive equipment and splints, documents evaluation results or patient progress, and provides patient and family education.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Attends continuing education programs and participates in departmental in-service training programs to enhance professional development including participation in EBP.
- Conducts Physical Therapy educational programs for hospital staff, students, and community. Delegates to students from accredited programs, licensed physical therapist assistants, and unlicensed personnel, supervising care provided.
- Develops and administers therapeutic treatment to patients with developmental delay or functional deficits to provide optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities, modalities, and other treatment techniques to meet each patient’s specific needs and achieve therapy goals, observes, and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
- Documents as appropriate and in compliance with requirements of the hospital and accrediting associations. Maintains the administrative functions of individual caseload, including scheduling, entering daily charges, and submitting timely documentation.
- Educates on treatment goals and therapy plans, instructs on therapeutic activities to follow at home, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding.
- Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to maintain functional body joint positions, restrict muscle contractures, prevent deformities, and improve function or mobility. Fits patient and instructs on use of item.
- Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan.
Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, required.
Licensure Requirement:
- State of Ohio licensure in physical therapy, required.
- Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Certifications:
CPR certification no later than 60 days post hire or post expiration, required.
Experience:
One year of physical therapy work experience in a pediatric setting or clinical affiliation in area of pediatrics, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Flexing/extending of neck, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Overview:
Full time role but open to part time applicants as well. Retention Bonus’s may be available for this opportunity. Our Homecare Therapists have flexible scheduling options with part and full time openings. You manage your own caseload as well as receive paid mileage and continuing education dollars. We offer a strong network of support for both new graduates as well as experienced therapists. Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Job Description Summary:
Evaluates pediatric and select adult patients for physical therapy due to injury or disease and administers treatment. Fabricates or recommends adaptive equipment and splints, documents evaluation results or patient progress, and provides patient and family education.
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Attends continuing education programs and participates in departmental in-service training programs to enhance professional development including participation in EBP.
- Conducts Physical Therapy educational programs for hospital staff, students, and community. Delegates to students from accredited programs, licensed physical therapist assistants, and unlicensed personnel, supervising care provided.
- Develops and administers therapeutic treatment to patients with developmental delay or functional deficits to provide optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities, modalities, and other treatment techniques to meet each patient’s specific needs and achieve therapy goals, observes, and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
- Documents as appropriate and in compliance with requirements of the hospital and accrediting associations. Maintains the administrative functions of individual caseload, including scheduling, entering daily charges, and submitting timely documentation.
- Educates on treatment goals and therapy plans, instructs on therapeutic activities to follow at home, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding.
- Fabricates, recommends, or provides adaptive equipment, splints, or casts to maintain functional body joint positions, restrict muscle contractures, prevent deformities, and improve function or mobility. Fits patient and instructs on use of item.
- Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental or functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan.
Education Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, required.
Licensure Requirement:
- State of Ohio licensure in physical therapy, required.
- Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Certifications:
CPR certification no later than 60 days post hire or post expiration, required.
Experience:
One year of physical therapy work experience in a pediatric setting or clinical affiliation in area of pediatrics, preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Flexing/extending of neck, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Home Care Physical Therapist Job Roles in Ohio
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Which companies sponsor visas for home care physical therapists in Ohio?
Home health organizations with consistent Ohio hiring include Amedisys, LHC Group, Kindred at Home, and Interim HealthCare. Regional systems like OhioHealth Home Care and Cleveland Clinic Home Care also bring on physical therapists and have supported immigration sponsorship for licensed candidates. Smaller independent home health agencies occasionally sponsor as well, particularly in underserved rural counties where recruitment is competitive.
Which visa types realistically fit home care physical therapist roles in Ohio?
Physical therapists qualify for the H-1B visa as a specialty occupation requiring a doctoral or master's degree in physical therapy. Canadian and Mexican nationals can use the TN visa under the USMCA Physical Therapist category. The EB-3 green card is a common long-term path, typically requiring PERM labor certification. F-1 OPT is available for recent graduates completing clinical rotations, though home care settings must confirm the role relates directly to the degree.
Which cities in Ohio have the most home care physical therapist sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads in volume, supported by a large metropolitan population and the presence of OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's networks. Cleveland follows closely, anchored by Cleveland Clinic's extensive home health arm. Cincinnati, Dayton, and Toledo round out the major markets. Rural areas in Appalachian Ohio, including counties in the southeast, often post hard-to-fill openings where agencies are more motivated to sponsor international candidates.
How to find home care physical therapist visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate lists home care physical therapist roles in Ohio filtered to employers with verified visa sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on agencies that have actually filed for international candidates before. Search by city or region to compare openings across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Confirming an employer's prior sponsorship activity before applying saves significant time in a field where not every agency has experience with immigration processes.
Are there any state-specific considerations for international physical therapists pursuing home care roles in Ohio?
Ohio requires physical therapists to hold an active license from the Ohio Physical Therapy Section before starting clinical work, so international candidates must pass the NPTE and meet any credential evaluation requirements before or alongside visa processing. Ohio does not have a state income tax on Social Security benefits but does tax wages, which affects net compensation planning. University programs at Ohio State and Cleveland State generate local graduates, but home care demand consistently outpaces that supply.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored home care physical therapist 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.