Outpatient Therapist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Outpatient therapist roles frequently qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, requiring a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field. Many community mental health centers and healthcare systems sponsor visas, and some roles also qualify under TN visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals with a qualifying degree.
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Get Access To All JobsPlease note, this position is open exclusively to Canadian citizens, as we are able to process a TN Visa only for individuals holding Canadian citizenship. If you are a Canadian citizen and this role aligns with your career goals, I’d be happy to connect and discuss further.
Why Greenstaff Medical?
Moving your nursing career to the United States involves more than finding a job. Our international recruitment team provides guidance throughout the process—from identifying suitable opportunities to navigating licensing, credentialing, immigration, and relocation requirements.
We work with candidates to understand their career goals, specialty, experience, preferred locations, and immigration pathway and help identify opportunities that may align with their profile.
Responsibilities:
- Provide excellent health care for our patients. Patients should achieve good outcomes and be happy with their experience of physical therapy.
- Evaluate new patients – understand their current medical and emotional situations and then develop plans of care.
- Treat patients and set measurable, functional goals. Making sure to answer their concerns and questions about their injury, progress and probable outcomes.
- Educate the patient on treatment options and home exercises that can assist in complimenting their clinical sessions.
- Supervising aides when they are providing modalities for non-Medicare, non-BCBSM patients, and also in their general set up and clean up duties.
- Monitor and re-evaluate patient progress; revising plans of care and resetting goals when needed to ensure the best possible outcome.
- Address pain management as a crucial component of care. Utilize techniques that can assist in pain reduction to increase their functions and everyday activities.
- Determine when to discharge patients. Teach patients proper mechanics, ergonomics, and strategies to reduce future incidents.
- Write timely and accurate documentation including; evaluations, re-evaluations discharges and daily progress notes.
- Achieve a reasonable level of productivity. This depends on the number of referrals and the type of patient presenting. However, with our normal outpatient orthopedic population, Team would expect 55 to 60 treatments plus evaluations a week from a full-time Physical Therapist.
- Participate in research studies supported by the clinic and help develop protocols for the most common diagnoses.
- Give input on policies, procedures and strategy to ensure that all Team Rehabilitation clinics provide the highest quality of care.
- Handle patient feedback and complaints promptly and professionally.
- Responsible for continuing to develop skills by staying updated in the latest research and techniques. Attend company in-house CEUs and use the continuing education allowance to attend seminars, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
Qualifications and requirements:
- Doctorate or Masters in Physical Therapy
- Valid Physical Therapy License
- Must be committed to Team’s initiative of making DEI a priority - bringing a sense of belonging and empowerment within a diverse workforce.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Benefits We Offer
- Visa Assistance & Full Sponsorship: Includes Green Card processing and premium options.
- Paid Time Off: 10 days per calendar year.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Visa Screening & Licensing Reimbursement: Fees covered for FCCPT, NPTE, TOEFL and other immigration expenses.
- Relocation Support: Includes one-way airfare, 30 days of accommodation.
- Family Assistance: Support for bringing dependents to the U.S.
- Pay rate starting $35.00 USD with attractive overtime, shift differentials, and additional incentives available.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Physical therapy: 1 year (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, New-Grad, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply now, you can call at +1 469-518-0258
Email - Gsusinternational@greenstaffmedical.com
Positions fill fast — apply today.
Please note: Visa sponsorship and employment opportunities are subject to individual eligibility, applicable immigration requirements, licensure requirements, and position availability.
Please note, this position is open exclusively to Canadian citizens, as we are able to process a TN Visa only for individuals holding Canadian citizenship. If you are a Canadian citizen and this role aligns with your career goals, I’d be happy to connect and discuss further.
Why Greenstaff Medical?
Moving your nursing career to the United States involves more than finding a job. Our international recruitment team provides guidance throughout the process—from identifying suitable opportunities to navigating licensing, credentialing, immigration, and relocation requirements.
We work with candidates to understand their career goals, specialty, experience, preferred locations, and immigration pathway and help identify opportunities that may align with their profile.
Responsibilities:
- Provide excellent health care for our patients. Patients should achieve good outcomes and be happy with their experience of physical therapy.
- Evaluate new patients – understand their current medical and emotional situations and then develop plans of care.
- Treat patients and set measurable, functional goals. Making sure to answer their concerns and questions about their injury, progress and probable outcomes.
- Educate the patient on treatment options and home exercises that can assist in complimenting their clinical sessions.
- Supervising aides when they are providing modalities for non-Medicare, non-BCBSM patients, and also in their general set up and clean up duties.
- Monitor and re-evaluate patient progress; revising plans of care and resetting goals when needed to ensure the best possible outcome.
- Address pain management as a crucial component of care. Utilize techniques that can assist in pain reduction to increase their functions and everyday activities.
- Determine when to discharge patients. Teach patients proper mechanics, ergonomics, and strategies to reduce future incidents.
- Write timely and accurate documentation including; evaluations, re-evaluations discharges and daily progress notes.
- Achieve a reasonable level of productivity. This depends on the number of referrals and the type of patient presenting. However, with our normal outpatient orthopedic population, Team would expect 55 to 60 treatments plus evaluations a week from a full-time Physical Therapist.
- Participate in research studies supported by the clinic and help develop protocols for the most common diagnoses.
- Give input on policies, procedures and strategy to ensure that all Team Rehabilitation clinics provide the highest quality of care.
- Handle patient feedback and complaints promptly and professionally.
- Responsible for continuing to develop skills by staying updated in the latest research and techniques. Attend company in-house CEUs and use the continuing education allowance to attend seminars, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
Qualifications and requirements:
- Doctorate or Masters in Physical Therapy
- Valid Physical Therapy License
- Must be committed to Team’s initiative of making DEI a priority - bringing a sense of belonging and empowerment within a diverse workforce.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Benefits We Offer
- Visa Assistance & Full Sponsorship: Includes Green Card processing and premium options.
- Paid Time Off: 10 days per calendar year.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Visa Screening & Licensing Reimbursement: Fees covered for FCCPT, NPTE, TOEFL and other immigration expenses.
- Relocation Support: Includes one-way airfare, 30 days of accommodation.
- Family Assistance: Support for bringing dependents to the U.S.
- Pay rate starting $35.00 USD with attractive overtime, shift differentials, and additional incentives available.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Physical therapy: 1 year (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, New-Grad, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply now, you can call at +1 469-518-0258
Email - Gsusinternational@greenstaffmedical.com
Positions fill fast — apply today.
Please note: Visa sponsorship and employment opportunities are subject to individual eligibility, applicable immigration requirements, licensure requirements, and position availability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Outpatient Therapist Jobs
Verify your clinical degree meets specialty occupation
An outpatient therapist role must require a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's or master's. Check O*NET to confirm the occupation's standard degree requirement before assuming your credentials qualify under H-1B specialty occupation rules.
Target community mental health centers specifically
Community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, and hospital outpatient departments file LCAs far more consistently than private group practices. These employers have dedicated HR infrastructure to handle USCIS petitions and prevailing wage compliance.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter outpatient therapist roles on Migrate Mate by employers with confirmed LCA filing history. This tells you which organizations have already navigated the DOL and USCIS process for this exact role type, not just roles in healthcare broadly.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific job title and metro area. Employers must pay at least this amount on the LCA, and a low offer may disqualify the filing before it starts.
Clarify licensure status with your employer early
Many outpatient therapist postings require a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or equivalent state license. If you're pre-licensure, confirm whether the employer will file your H-1B before full licensure, since USCIS scrutinizes unlicensed clinical roles closely.
Ask about PERM timing if you want permanent residence
Outpatient therapist roles can qualify under EB-2 or EB-3 green card categories, but the PERM labor certification process takes time. Ask prospective employers whether they've run PERM for this role before and what their policy is on green card sponsorship timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an outpatient therapist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS treats outpatient therapist roles as specialty occupations when the position requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a directly related clinical field. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree or don't specify a field can face RFEs, so the job description language matters significantly.
Which visa types are realistic for outpatient therapists seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path for outpatient therapists who aren't Canadian or Mexican nationals. Canadian and Mexican nationals with a master's degree in social work or counseling may qualify under TN, which has no cap and no lottery. J-1 visa is also used for clinical training placements through designated exchange visitor program sponsors, but it carries a two-year home residency requirement that can complicate future green card plans.
Do I need a state license before an employer can file my H-1B?
Not always, but it's a gray area USCIS scrutinizes. Some employers file successfully for pre-licensure therapists working under supervision, while others won't file until you're fully licensed. If you're completing supervised hours toward licensure, clarify this directly with any prospective employer and get their policy in writing before the offer stage.
Where can I find outpatient therapist jobs with visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists outpatient therapist roles from employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're not guessing which organizations have actually sponsored this role before. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship late in the process.
Can an outpatient therapist employer sponsor a green card, not just an H-1B?
Yes. Outpatient therapist roles typically qualify under EB-2 (advanced degree) or EB-3 (skilled worker) green card categories. The employer must run PERM labor certification through DOL before filing the immigrant petition with USCIS. Wait times vary significantly by country of birth due to per-country visa backlogs, so starting this process early in your H-1B period matters.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Outpatient Therapist 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.