Healthcare Assistant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Healthcare Assistant roles are actively sponsored by hospitals, aged care facilities, and home health agencies across the U.S. Most positions qualify under the H-1B or EB-3 visa pathways, making this one of the more accessible routes into U.S. healthcare for internationally trained workers. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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$90,000.00 - $122,000.00 Annual Salary
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems resulting in successful project completion.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Able to perform all essential Project Engineer job responsibilities
- Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
- Attend and participate in Safety Training Program and enforce safety procedures
- Verify subcontractor certificates of insurance
- Prepare and maintain responsibility for CPM job schedule
- Develop Owner and Architect’s confidence
- Recruit, organize, train, direct and coordinate field construction team including subcontractor’s direct hire work
- Assure work quality - set standards for quality control
- Order materials and tools and plan supply allotment to avoid “crisis” buying
- Prepare necessary reports (e.g. time sheets, work orders, daily reports and invoice approval)
- Document and complete all punch lists in a timely manner
- Review all drawings, specifications and subcontractor submittals
- Chair or attend pre-job conference, regular subcontractor meetings
- Perform start-up testing and turnover to Owner and document final close-out and Owner’s acceptance
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- HCAI project experience is preferred
- Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience (2-4 years as General Foreman)
- Extensive field construction experience at supervisory level
- Current Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification, or achievement of STS Certification within six months of hire, maintenance of active certification status
- Working knowledge of all crafts (ability to read and understand specifications for all trades), and foreman or journeyman in at least one trade, or project engineer
- Knowledge of OSHA laws
- Knowledge of job scheduling, planning, expediting and cost control
- Ability in problem-solving
- Strong sense of urgency
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
About us
Swinerton provides commercial construction services throughout the United States, delivering innovative solutions and outstanding service to our customers for time-tested buildings and facilities. Over our 138-year history, Swinerton has earned a strong reputation as the Premier Builder in the West. As a 100% employee-owned quality contractor, we hire the best people, give them exceptional training, and provide robust opportunities for professional growth.
Swinerton has built a strong reputation as an employee-owned quality contractor. We hire the best people, give them exceptional training and provide them with the opportunities and the responsibilities that allow them to learn and develop professionally. Swinerton values and recognizes our employees as the essential ingredient to our lasting success. As a 100% employee-owned company, we invest greatly in the personal and professional well-being of our people. Together, we have created an excellent place to work; when people join Swinerton, they tend to stay. We strive for a positive work environment that encourages outstanding performance while making room for fun. We also believe that happy, healthy employees lead to a highly productive company, and we are proud to offer a robust benefits package to support individual and collective success.
Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer.
Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation.
We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal WorkDay (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com.
If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com.
COMPENSATION RANGE
$90,000.00 - $122,000.00 Annual Salary
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems resulting in successful project completion.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Able to perform all essential Project Engineer job responsibilities
- Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
- Attend and participate in Safety Training Program and enforce safety procedures
- Verify subcontractor certificates of insurance
- Prepare and maintain responsibility for CPM job schedule
- Develop Owner and Architect’s confidence
- Recruit, organize, train, direct and coordinate field construction team including subcontractor’s direct hire work
- Assure work quality - set standards for quality control
- Order materials and tools and plan supply allotment to avoid “crisis” buying
- Prepare necessary reports (e.g. time sheets, work orders, daily reports and invoice approval)
- Document and complete all punch lists in a timely manner
- Review all drawings, specifications and subcontractor submittals
- Chair or attend pre-job conference, regular subcontractor meetings
- Perform start-up testing and turnover to Owner and document final close-out and Owner’s acceptance
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- HCAI project experience is preferred
- Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience (2-4 years as General Foreman)
- Extensive field construction experience at supervisory level
- Current Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification, or achievement of STS Certification within six months of hire, maintenance of active certification status
- Working knowledge of all crafts (ability to read and understand specifications for all trades), and foreman or journeyman in at least one trade, or project engineer
- Knowledge of OSHA laws
- Knowledge of job scheduling, planning, expediting and cost control
- Ability in problem-solving
- Strong sense of urgency
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
About us
Swinerton provides commercial construction services throughout the United States, delivering innovative solutions and outstanding service to our customers for time-tested buildings and facilities. Over our 138-year history, Swinerton has earned a strong reputation as the Premier Builder in the West. As a 100% employee-owned quality contractor, we hire the best people, give them exceptional training, and provide robust opportunities for professional growth.
Swinerton has built a strong reputation as an employee-owned quality contractor. We hire the best people, give them exceptional training and provide them with the opportunities and the responsibilities that allow them to learn and develop professionally. Swinerton values and recognizes our employees as the essential ingredient to our lasting success. As a 100% employee-owned company, we invest greatly in the personal and professional well-being of our people. Together, we have created an excellent place to work; when people join Swinerton, they tend to stay. We strive for a positive work environment that encourages outstanding performance while making room for fun. We also believe that happy, healthy employees lead to a highly productive company, and we are proud to offer a robust benefits package to support individual and collective success.
Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer.
Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation.
We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal WorkDay (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com.
If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Healthcare Assistant
Target employers with established sponsorship programs
Large hospital networks and national home health agencies sponsor foreign workers far more consistently than small private practices. Filter your search to employers with a documented history of H-1B or EB-3 filings before investing time in applications.
Get your credentials evaluated early
U.S. employers and USCIS will want a foreign credential evaluation for any overseas certifications or diplomas. Commissioning this before you apply removes a common bottleneck and signals to employers that you're serious and ready to move quickly.
Highlight any U.S.-recognized certifications
Certifications like CNA, CPR, or BLS carry real weight with U.S. healthcare employers and can strengthen a sponsorship case. If you hold any of these, lead with them on your resume and in your cover letter rather than burying them.
Be upfront about your visa status from the start
Disclosing your need for sponsorship early saves everyone time and builds trust. Employers who can't or won't sponsor will tell you quickly, and you'll avoid wasting weeks on roles that were never going to work out for your situation.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate's job board filters specifically for roles open to visa sponsorship, so you're not guessing which healthcare employers will support your application. Every listing is screened, which cuts out the noise of searching through general job boards.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do healthcare assistant jobs in the U.S. require a bachelor's degree for visa sponsorship?
Not always. Many healthcare assistant roles qualify under the EB-3 unskilled or semi-skilled worker category, which does not require a bachelor's degree. Some employers may prefer candidates with a healthcare diploma or vocational certification, and holding a CNA or similar credential strengthens your application, but a four-year degree is rarely a hard requirement for this specific job title.
Which visa is most commonly used to sponsor healthcare assistants?
The EB-3 employment-based green card is the most common pathway for healthcare assistant roles, particularly under the unskilled or other worker subcategory. H-1B sponsorship is less common for this role because it requires a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which most healthcare assistant positions don't satisfy under USCIS standards.
How long does it take to get sponsored as a healthcare assistant?
The EB-3 route involves PERM labor certification, I-140 petition filing, and waiting for a visa number to become available. For applicants from most countries, the total process can take two to four years. Applicants from India or China face longer waits due to per-country backlogs. Your employer's immigration attorney will give you a more precise timeline based on your country of birth.
Are healthcare employers likely to sponsor visa applicants for assistant-level roles?
Yes, particularly in states with documented healthcare worker shortages. Hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health agencies frequently sponsor foreign-born workers at the assistant level because domestic supply doesn't meet demand. Employers in rural areas or high-need specialties like geriatrics and disability support are often more willing to sponsor than urban facilities with larger applicant pools.
Where can I find healthcare assistant jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point. The platform lists healthcare assistant roles specifically open to visa sponsorship, so you can search without filtering through hundreds of positions that won't support international applicants. General job boards rarely make sponsorship status clear upfront, which wastes significant time during an already stressful job search.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Healthcare Assistant 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.
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