E-3 Visa Gynecologist Jobs
Gynecologist roles in the U.S. qualify as specialty occupations under the E-3 visa, making Australian OB/GYN specialists eligible for sponsorship without competing in an H-1B lottery. The E-3 renews indefinitely in two-year increments, so you can build a long-term U.S. practice with the right hospital or clinic employer.
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The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Midlife Health, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, seeks experienced applicants with option for clinical track or tenure at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level. We are seeking an energetic and collaborative new partner to join our division which has a strong commitment to clinical care, education, and clinical research. Salary, rank, tenure status and compensation are dependent upon qualifications and experience. For information regarding faculty tracks, visit https://faculty.med.virginia.edu/facultyaffairs/advancement/pandt/faculty-tracks/.
The University of Virginia’s Midlife Health Center is recognized as one of the few centers in the country that specializes in caring for women 40 and beyond. We offer outstanding, highly rated, evidence-driven expert care to patients, serve as a site for medical and graduate medical education, are involved in clinical research, and are active within the community with educational events. The Center has a long tradition of excellence with annual awards for high patient satisfaction scores from patients who recognize the goal of providing exceptional, holistic care for our patients. The Center is committed to educating individuals in our community to make informed choices about their health and to promote healthy aging. Although the majority of care is provided in the ambulatory Midlife Health Center, gynecologic procedures can be performed within the clinic or the outpatient and inpatient operating rooms. Special interest clinics can be established depending on need and experience of the applicant.
The University of Virginia is in Charlottesville, a cultured, cosmopolitan community with a charming, small-town feel. Located in a beautiful setting surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region is home to several historical places of interest. We are ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine and USA Today.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: MD or equivalent +/- PhD by appointment start date
- Licensure: Board certified/eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Certified menopause specialist (or willing to become certified) by the Menopause Society
- Experience in clinical and/or translational research desirable. Evidence of an emerging national reputation through published research, committee work, organizational involvement, etc preferred
Please apply in Workday (link below) and complete the online application with the following documents:
- Complete the online application
- Attach a resume/CV
- Cover Letter - please include how you learned about this position
- Contact information for at least 3 references
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Midlife Health, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, seeks experienced applicants with option for clinical track or tenure at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level. We are seeking an energetic and collaborative new partner to join our division which has a strong commitment to clinical care, education, and clinical research. Salary, rank, tenure status and compensation are dependent upon qualifications and experience. For information regarding faculty tracks, visit https://faculty.med.virginia.edu/facultyaffairs/advancement/pandt/faculty-tracks/.
The University of Virginia’s Midlife Health Center is recognized as one of the few centers in the country that specializes in caring for women 40 and beyond. We offer outstanding, highly rated, evidence-driven expert care to patients, serve as a site for medical and graduate medical education, are involved in clinical research, and are active within the community with educational events. The Center has a long tradition of excellence with annual awards for high patient satisfaction scores from patients who recognize the goal of providing exceptional, holistic care for our patients. The Center is committed to educating individuals in our community to make informed choices about their health and to promote healthy aging. Although the majority of care is provided in the ambulatory Midlife Health Center, gynecologic procedures can be performed within the clinic or the outpatient and inpatient operating rooms. Special interest clinics can be established depending on need and experience of the applicant.
The University of Virginia is in Charlottesville, a cultured, cosmopolitan community with a charming, small-town feel. Located in a beautiful setting surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region is home to several historical places of interest. We are ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine and USA Today.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: MD or equivalent +/- PhD by appointment start date
- Licensure: Board certified/eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Certified menopause specialist (or willing to become certified) by the Menopause Society
- Experience in clinical and/or translational research desirable. Evidence of an emerging national reputation through published research, committee work, organizational involvement, etc preferred
Please apply in Workday (link below) and complete the online application with the following documents:
- Complete the online application
- Attach a resume/CV
- Cover Letter - please include how you learned about this position
- Contact information for at least 3 references
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Verify your AMC credentials transfer correctly
ECFMG certification is a prerequisite for U.S. medical employment, but your Australian specialist qualifications still need to map to U.S. board eligibility. Confirm your FRANZCOG training satisfies the state medical licensing board requirements before targeting employers.
Target hospitals with active J-1 waiver programs
Academic medical centers and Health Professional Shortage Area facilities already have immigration infrastructure in place. These employers have processed international physician sponsorship before, so the E-3 visa LCA and consular steps are rarely unfamiliar to their HR teams.
Request an LCA before signing your offer letter
The DOL must certify your Labor Condition Application before your visa application can proceed. Ask your employer to initiate the LCA filing immediately once terms are agreed, as processing delays here push back your consulate appointment and start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Gynecology roles involve subspecialty credential documentation that complicates the visa package. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA filing, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation so nothing is missed between your job offer and your interview.
Address state licensing timelines with your employer
Many states require independent medical license applications that run parallel to your E-3 process but take longer. Negotiate a start date that accounts for both your consulate appointment and your state medical board approval, so your employer isn't left without coverage.
Search for E-3 sponsoring gynecologist roles on Migrate Mate
Finding employers already willing to sponsor E-3 visas for physicians saves weeks of outreach. Migrate Mate filters roles by visa sponsorship type, so you can focus your applications on gynecology and women's health positions at employers ready to file.
E-3 Visa Gynecologist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find gynecologist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point, as it filters U.S. gynecology and women's health roles by employers open to E-3 sponsorship. Beyond that, academic medical centers, large hospital networks, and Federally Qualified Health Centers are the most consistent sponsors for international OB/GYN physicians. Direct outreach to physician recruitment teams, specifying your E-3 eligibility as an Australian citizen, shortens the screening process significantly.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does gynecology qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes. Gynecology and obstetrics require an MD or DO plus completion of a recognized OB/GYN residency, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation requirement for a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge. USCIS consistently treats physician roles as qualifying. You'll still need ECFMG certification and a valid state medical license or license eligibility letter to satisfy employer and consular requirements.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Australian gynecologists?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been exhausted, meaning there's no lottery and no wait for a cap slot. H-1B applicants enter a randomized lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate and must wait until October 1 for their status to begin. For an Australian gynecologist with a job offer, the E-3 is a direct path: file the LCA with the DOL, attend a consular interview in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth, and start work without a lottery outcome affecting your timeline.
Can I work as a locum tenens gynecologist on an E-3 visa?
Short-term locum tenens arrangements create complications because the E-3 requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship and a certified LCA tied to a specific employer and worksite. Staffing agency placements can qualify if the agency is the E-3 petitioner and the LCA lists the correct placement location, but frequent assignment changes may require amended or new LCA filings. Discuss your locum structure with your staffing agency's immigration contact before accepting placements.