OT Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Ohio has a steady demand for occupational therapists across health systems like Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Sponsorship opportunities appear in cities including Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, particularly within hospital networks, rehabilitation centers, and school districts seeking qualified OT professionals.
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When you join the Cleveland Clinic’s Strongsville Family Health and Surgery Center team, you become a caregiver at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This patient-friendly facility offers a wide array of services to provide patients with unparalleled care and support. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless appreciation and build a rewarding career.
As an LPN, you will assist fellow caregivers in providing exceptional, top-quality care to a diverse patient population. In this role, you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, all while enhancing your nursing skills through hands-on experience and numerous educational resources offered within the Cleveland Clinic system.
A caregiver in this position works part-time providing coverage between 7:30am and 6:00pm.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Provide patient care activities under the direction of an RN and/or physician.
- Collect and document objective and subjective data and observations about patients.
- Complete nursing assessments and report all data.
- Implement the current nursing care plan, medication or treatment and communicate patients’ responses.
- Observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Perform routine laboratory tests.
- Educate patients and family members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing
- Current Ohio license as a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- One year of patient care experience
Physical Requirements
Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good hand-eye coordination, involves extensive standing walking and occasional lifting.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
PAY RANGE
Minimum hourly: $23.25
Maximum hourly: $33.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
INTRODUCTION
When you join the Cleveland Clinic’s Strongsville Family Health and Surgery Center team, you become a caregiver at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This patient-friendly facility offers a wide array of services to provide patients with unparalleled care and support. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless appreciation and build a rewarding career.
As an LPN, you will assist fellow caregivers in providing exceptional, top-quality care to a diverse patient population. In this role, you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, all while enhancing your nursing skills through hands-on experience and numerous educational resources offered within the Cleveland Clinic system.
A caregiver in this position works part-time providing coverage between 7:30am and 6:00pm.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Provide patient care activities under the direction of an RN and/or physician.
- Collect and document objective and subjective data and observations about patients.
- Complete nursing assessments and report all data.
- Implement the current nursing care plan, medication or treatment and communicate patients’ responses.
- Observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Perform routine laboratory tests.
- Educate patients and family members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing
- Current Ohio license as a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- One year of patient care experience
Physical Requirements
Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good hand-eye coordination, involves extensive standing walking and occasional lifting.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
PAY RANGE
Minimum hourly: $23.25
Maximum hourly: $33.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
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Which companies sponsor visas for occupational therapists in Ohio?
Large health systems are the most active sponsors for OT roles in Ohio. Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, and University Hospitals have all sponsored foreign workers in therapy-related positions. Rehabilitation networks and long-term care providers in the state also sponsor, though less frequently than major academic medical centers.
Which visa types are most common for OT roles in Ohio?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for occupational therapists in Ohio, as the role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a master's degree. The EB-3 immigrant visa is a common permanent residence pathway for OTs. Some employers also use the TN visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals who meet the OT credential requirements under USMCA.
Which cities in Ohio have the most OT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of OT sponsorship opportunities in Ohio, driven by their concentration of major hospital systems and rehabilitation facilities. Dayton and Toledo also have active hiring markets, particularly within regional medical centers and school-based therapy programs. Rural areas do post OT openings but sponsorship is less common outside urban health networks.
How to find ot visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters OT roles in Ohio by visa sponsorship status, saving you from sifting through listings that don't apply to your situation. You can browse current openings across Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and beyond, and filter by employer type or visa category to focus on positions where sponsorship has been offered.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for OT visa sponsorship?
Ohio requires occupational therapists to hold a state license from the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board before practicing, and most employers require licensure before or shortly after start date. International candidates should account for credential evaluation and licensing timelines when planning their job search. University programs at Ohio State and Cleveland State have also created pipelines that occasionally support international OT graduates entering the Ohio workforce.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored ot 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.