Staff Therapist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania
Staff therapist jobs in Pennsylvania draw international candidates to major health systems like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Jefferson Health, plus community mental health centers across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown. Roles span inpatient, outpatient, and school-based settings. Pennsylvania's dense network of academic medical centers and behavioral health agencies creates consistent demand for licensed therapists open to visa sponsorship.
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Join our team of Life Changers!
Magee - Women's Hospital of UPMC is hiring a Full Time Medical Assistant, Senior to support the OP Oncology Unit.
This position will work daylight shifts. No weekend and holiday availability is required to support the hours of operation.
Excellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and friendly team are just a few of our perks. Apply today!
PURPOSE:
Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. In addition to core Medical Assistant responsibilities, serves as lead person for team regarding day-to-day workflow issues or office procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Guides workflow and/or assigns tasks to other clinical staff.
- Assist management staff with supervisory activities. Participates with creation and implementation of departmental goals, processes and procedures. Mentors, orients and provides ongoing training to current and new staff members.
- Serve as the department super user for Epic Care.
- Work directly with Manager to identify opportunities for improvement with regards to Clinical/Non-Clinical functions, Infection Control Procedures, and Patient Assessments.
- Guide routine meetings with staff to communicate procedural changes to improve service quality and patient safety.
- Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in all practice category specific tasks.
- Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
- Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
- Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. Other front office responsibilities, as required. Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control. Clean according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
- Check schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Collect patient information/history; taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients/families. May provide more individualized patient/family education and supportive counseling as needed.
- Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
- Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
- Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record.
- Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data. Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT) OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA) OR at least 1 year of patient care experience required. Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND CLEARANCES:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
INTRODUCTION
Join our team of Life Changers!
Magee - Women's Hospital of UPMC is hiring a Full Time Medical Assistant, Senior to support the OP Oncology Unit.
This position will work daylight shifts. No weekend and holiday availability is required to support the hours of operation.
Excellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and friendly team are just a few of our perks. Apply today!
PURPOSE:
Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. In addition to core Medical Assistant responsibilities, serves as lead person for team regarding day-to-day workflow issues or office procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Guides workflow and/or assigns tasks to other clinical staff.
- Assist management staff with supervisory activities. Participates with creation and implementation of departmental goals, processes and procedures. Mentors, orients and provides ongoing training to current and new staff members.
- Serve as the department super user for Epic Care.
- Work directly with Manager to identify opportunities for improvement with regards to Clinical/Non-Clinical functions, Infection Control Procedures, and Patient Assessments.
- Guide routine meetings with staff to communicate procedural changes to improve service quality and patient safety.
- Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in all practice category specific tasks.
- Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
- Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
- Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. Other front office responsibilities, as required. Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control. Clean according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
- Check schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Collect patient information/history; taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients/families. May provide more individualized patient/family education and supportive counseling as needed.
- Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
- Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
- Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record.
- Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data. Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT) OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA) OR at least 1 year of patient care experience required. Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND CLEARANCES:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Staff Therapist Job Roles in Pennsylvania
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Which companies sponsor visas for staff therapists in Pennsylvania?
UPMC and Penn Medicine have both filed H-1B visa petitions for therapy-related roles in Pennsylvania and operate large outpatient and inpatient behavioral health programs. Jefferson Health, Geisinger, and WellSpan Health are additional health systems with sponsorship history. Community mental health organizations and federally qualified health centers across Philadelphia and Pittsburgh also sponsor international therapists, particularly for roles in underserved communities where hiring demand is high.
What visa types realistically cover staff therapist roles in Pennsylvania?
Staff therapist roles that require a master's degree in social work, counseling, or a directly related clinical field can qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa. The employer files a Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition with USCIS. F-1 graduates may work under OPT before employer sponsorship. Canadian and Mexican nationals cannot use TN visa for staff therapist positions, as therapist is not a recognized USMCA profession. A green card through PERM labor certification is a longer-term pathway.
How to find staff therapist visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate lists Pennsylvania staff therapist roles specifically at employers with verified visa sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on organizations that have sponsored similar positions before. Filtering by Pennsylvania narrows results to Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and surrounding metro areas where behavioral health hiring is most active. Searching by role type helps surface both outpatient counseling and inpatient clinical positions open to international candidates.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most staff therapist sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia generates the highest volume of staff therapist openings with sponsorship potential, driven by its concentration of academic medical centers, hospital systems, and community behavioral health agencies. Pittsburgh is a strong second market, anchored by UPMC's extensive mental health network. Allentown and the Lehigh Valley have grown as regional behavioral health hubs. Harrisburg and Scranton also post therapist openings, often tied to community mental health centers serving rural and underserved populations.
Are there state-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for staff therapists in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania requires licensed professional counselors and licensed clinical social workers to hold state licensure before practicing independently. International candidates often need USCIS work authorization in place before completing licensure hours, so timing matters. Pennsylvania's strong university pipeline through programs at Penn, Pitt, and Villanova means employers are accustomed to candidates on F-1 OPT. Philadelphia's federally designated Health Professional Shortage Areas create additional incentive for employers to sponsor international therapists for hard-to-fill positions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored staff therapist jobs in Pennsylvania?
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.