Director of Rehabilitation Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Director of Rehabilitation roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring a master's degree or higher in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or a related clinical field. Employers in hospital systems, long-term care networks, and outpatient groups regularly file LCAs for this title, making sponsored positions genuinely accessible for qualified international candidates.
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Organization
SMF-Sutter Med Foundation-Central
Position Overview
Responsible for the overall management and operational support for rehabilitation services. Ensures the provision of high-quality and cost-effective care, regulatory compliance, coordination of services across departments and effective relationships within the facility, as well as among physicians, patients and the community. Oversees the development and marketing of current and new business lines for Rehabilitation Services. Effectively manages the department budgets, operations, staffing resource management, environment of work, continuous quality improvement, policy and procedure implementation, and long-range planning. Sutter Medical Foundation (SMF) is a not-for-profit organization supporting the quality medical services provided by Sutter Medical Group and Sutter North Medical Group and a clinically integrated network (Sutter Physicians Alliance, also known as SPA), which includes Sutter Independent Physicians. Serving the counties of Amador, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, Solano, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba, physicians are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and services, listening to patients’ needs and ensuring that patients play an important role in their health care. SMF is also committed to delivering quality and convenient care to patients through numerous outpatient services including ambulatory surgery centers, diagnostic imaging, urgent care, home health, laboratories and physical therapy.
Education
* Bachelor's: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Audiology
Certification & Licensure
* PT-Physical Therapist
* (or) OT-Occupational Therapist
* (or) SP-Licensed Speech Pathologist
* BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Typical Experience
* 12 years recent relevant experience.
Skills And Knowledge
* Extensive knowledge of daily multidisciplinary rehabilitation therapy service industry and operations for applicable patient care clinical environments (inpatient hospital, outpatient, acute rehab unit, sub-acute, acute rehab).
* Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards including but not limited to Title 22, The Joint Commission, Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA), Content Management System (CMS), Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Medi-Cal, Worker’s Compensation, Alta Regional, Professional Licensure/Practice Act and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding for multidisciplinary therapy services in varied patient care settings.
* Knowledge of effective communication methods, problem solving/conflict resolution, coaching-counseling, and staff development techniques.
* Verbal and written communication skills, ability to coordinate diverse disciplines, organizational and planning skills.
* Computer skills and proficiency required creating documents, spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting as well as other hospital required applications.
* Ability to mentor, teach, role model highly effective and efficient clinical practices.
Job Shift
Days
Schedule
Full Time
Days Of The Week
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements
As Needed
Benefits
Yes
Unions
No
Position Status
Exempt
Weekly Hours
40
Employee Status
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $181,875.20 to $291,012.80 / annual salary
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
SMF-Sutter Med Foundation-Central
Position Overview
Responsible for the overall management and operational support for rehabilitation services. Ensures the provision of high-quality and cost-effective care, regulatory compliance, coordination of services across departments and effective relationships within the facility, as well as among physicians, patients and the community. Oversees the development and marketing of current and new business lines for Rehabilitation Services. Effectively manages the department budgets, operations, staffing resource management, environment of work, continuous quality improvement, policy and procedure implementation, and long-range planning. Sutter Medical Foundation (SMF) is a not-for-profit organization supporting the quality medical services provided by Sutter Medical Group and Sutter North Medical Group and a clinically integrated network (Sutter Physicians Alliance, also known as SPA), which includes Sutter Independent Physicians. Serving the counties of Amador, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, Solano, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba, physicians are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and services, listening to patients’ needs and ensuring that patients play an important role in their health care. SMF is also committed to delivering quality and convenient care to patients through numerous outpatient services including ambulatory surgery centers, diagnostic imaging, urgent care, home health, laboratories and physical therapy.
Education
* Bachelor's: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Audiology
Certification & Licensure
* PT-Physical Therapist
* (or) OT-Occupational Therapist
* (or) SP-Licensed Speech Pathologist
* BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Typical Experience
* 12 years recent relevant experience.
Skills And Knowledge
* Extensive knowledge of daily multidisciplinary rehabilitation therapy service industry and operations for applicable patient care clinical environments (inpatient hospital, outpatient, acute rehab unit, sub-acute, acute rehab).
* Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards including but not limited to Title 22, The Joint Commission, Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA), Content Management System (CMS), Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Medi-Cal, Worker’s Compensation, Alta Regional, Professional Licensure/Practice Act and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding for multidisciplinary therapy services in varied patient care settings.
* Knowledge of effective communication methods, problem solving/conflict resolution, coaching-counseling, and staff development techniques.
* Verbal and written communication skills, ability to coordinate diverse disciplines, organizational and planning skills.
* Computer skills and proficiency required creating documents, spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting as well as other hospital required applications.
* Ability to mentor, teach, role model highly effective and efficient clinical practices.
Job Shift
Days
Schedule
Full Time
Days Of The Week
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements
As Needed
Benefits
Yes
Unions
No
Position Status
Exempt
Weekly Hours
40
Employee Status
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $181,875.20 to $291,012.80 / annual salary
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Director of Rehabilitation Jobs
Verify your credentials meet state licensure before applying
Most states require active PT, OT, or SLP licensure to work as a Director of Rehabilitation, not just a degree. Confirm your foreign credentials are evaluated and your state board application is underway before you approach any employer about sponsorship.
Target health systems with existing rehab department structures
Hospital networks and post-acute care groups that already operate standalone rehabilitation departments file LCAs for this title far more routinely than small outpatient clinics. Focus your search on multi-site operators where the Director role is a recurring, budgeted position.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to browse Director of Rehabilitation openings at employers with confirmed LCA filing history. Filtering to verified sponsors saves you from spending weeks pursuing facilities that have never filed for this title.
Clarify the degree field on your LCA documentation early
H-1B specialty occupation requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. If your master's is in health administration rather than a clinical discipline, work with your employer to document how the role requires that specific academic background before the LCA is filed with DOL.
Ask HR whether your offer includes premium processing
Standard H-1B processing can run several months, which creates a gap if your current OPT or other status expires soon. Confirm during offer negotiation whether the employer will pay for USCIS premium processing, which currently adjudicates petitions on an expedited timeline.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark the prevailing wage tier
DOL assigns Director of Rehabilitation roles a prevailing wage based on geography and experience level. Cross-check the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro before accepting an offer so you know whether the salary meets the Level II or Level III threshold your LCA will require.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Rehabilitation role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. The role qualifies because it typically requires at least a master's degree in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or a related clinical field, and USCIS treats that specific degree requirement as the basis for specialty occupation classification. If the job description allows any bachelor's degree in an unrelated field, the employer should tighten the requirements language before filing to avoid a Request for Evidence.
Which visa types are realistic for a Director of Rehabilitation seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the primary path for most nationalities. Australian citizens can use the E-3 visa, which carries a separate annual cap, requires an LCA, and is processed at the consulate without a lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the underlying clinical profession, such as physical therapist, appears on the USMCA list and the director role is functionally tied to that profession. A green card via EB-2 or EB-3 is also viable once you've established tenure with a sponsoring employer.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor visas for this role?
Migrate Mate lists Director of Rehabilitation openings at employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can focus your applications on facilities that have already committed to sponsoring this title. This is more reliable than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship mid-process.
Does my degree need to be in a clinical field, or will a healthcare administration degree work?
USCIS looks for a direct relationship between the degree field and the job duties. A master's in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech-language pathology gives you the clearest path. A master's in health administration can work if the employer documents that the director role requires that specific business-of-healthcare knowledge, but it invites more scrutiny and a higher chance of an RFE. A combined clinical and administrative background strengthens the petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from a hospital to a different rehab employer?
H-1B portability allows you to start with a new employer once the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained lawful status. The new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and a new I-129 petition. If the role, location, or employer type changes materially, the new LCA must reflect the updated conditions before you switch.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Director of Rehabilitation jobs?
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.