Medical Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia

Virginia's medical assistant job market centers on major health systems like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare, with strong demand across Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads region. Some employers in these networks have sponsored work visas for qualified medical assistants, particularly those holding recognized clinical certifications.

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Overview

Open Jobs244+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationCharlottesville, VA
Most JobsEastern Virginia Medical School

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KHS
Medical Assistant
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Medical Assistant
KHS
Manassas, Virginia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$21/hr - $23/hr
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Sentara
Medical Assistant
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Sentara
New 22h ago
Medical Assistant
Sentara
Suffolk, Virginia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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High School
10,000+

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ChenMed
Medical Assistant
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Medical Assistant
ChenMed
Norfolk, Virginia
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$17/hr - $24/hr
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1+ yr exp.
High School
5,001-10,000

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University of Virginia
Certified Medical Assistant
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University of Virginia
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Certified Medical Assistant
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$18.37/hr
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High School
10,000+

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Riverside Health
Medical Assistant - Maternal Fetal Medicine
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Medical Assistant - Maternal Fetal Medicine
Riverside Health
Newport News, Virginia
Nursing
Clinical Support
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Medical Assistant
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Medical Assistant Job Roles in Virginia

Healthcare Administration228 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing188 jobs
Medical Assistant187 jobs
Clinical Support184 jobs
Nursing104 jobs
Allied Health39 jobs
Medical Specialists21 jobs
Laboratory Science18 jobs
Physicians18 jobs
Teaching & Instruction15 jobs

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Medical Assistant Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for medical assistants in Virginia?

Large health systems are the most active sponsors for medical assistant roles in Virginia. Inova Health System in Northern Virginia, Sentara Healthcare across Hampton Roads and Richmond, and VCU Health in the Richmond metro have histories of sponsoring work visas for clinical support staff. Hospital networks and large multispecialty clinic groups are generally more equipped to navigate the sponsorship process than smaller private practices.

Which visa types are most common for medical assistant roles in Virginia?

The H-1B visa is the most commonly pursued category for medical assistants, though it requires demonstrating the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, which can be challenging for some medical assistant positions. The EB-3 employment-based immigrant visa is another pathway some employers use for clinical support roles. Candidates already holding valid work authorization through OPT or other statuses are often prioritized by Virginia employers.

Which cities in Virginia have the most medical assistant sponsorship jobs?

Northern Virginia, particularly the Fairfax and Arlington areas, has the highest concentration of medical assistant sponsorship opportunities due to the density of Inova facilities and outpatient clinics serving the Washington D.C. metro. Richmond is a strong secondary market anchored by VCU Health and HCA Virginia Health System. Hampton Roads, including Norfolk and Virginia Beach, offers additional opportunities through Sentara and Bon Secours health systems.

How to find medical assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Virginia?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse medical assistant roles in Virginia without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. You can search by location within the state and filter to clinical support roles. This is particularly useful for targeting the Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads markets where sponsoring employers are most active.

Are there any Virginia-specific considerations for medical assistants seeking visa sponsorship?

Virginia does not require medical assistants to hold a state license, but most sponsoring employers expect nationally recognized certification such as the CMA from the AAMA or RMA from the AMT. Clinical programs at Northern Virginia Community College and Virginia Commonwealth University produce graduates familiar to local employers. Prevailing wage requirements tied to sponsorship mean employers must meet federally determined compensation thresholds for the specific Virginia county or metro area where the role is based.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical assistant jobs in Virginia?

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.

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