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OB/GYN Physician roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a medical degree and state licensure. Australian-trained OB/GYNs can secure two-year E-3 status, renewable indefinitely, without competing in the H-1B lottery, giving you a faster, more predictable path to U.S. practice.
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What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
Triage Nurse - UTP Women's Center Southeast
Join the UTP Women's Center and become part of a collaborative, patient-focused team dedicated to providing exceptional care for women across all stages of life. As a Triage Nurse in our OB/GYN Call Center, you will serve as a key clinical resource, responding to patient calls, addressing patient portal inquiries, communicating test results, and assessing healthcare needs to ensure timely, safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team, you will support patients with both routine and complex healthcare concerns while utilizing strong critical thinking and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
This role offers weekends off, supportive leadership, opportunities for professional growth, and a positive team culture, with a hybrid work option available. Preferred qualifications include OB/GYN or Labor & Delivery experience, bilingual English/Spanish skills, Epic experience, and strong customer service abilities; however, candidates with a passion for women's health and a commitment to excellent patient care are encouraged to apply.
COMPENSATION
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES!
As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary
Functions as a member of collaborative interdisciplinary team providing comprehensive care to patients and families with complex healthcare needs that may be both predictable and unpredictable. Aims to provide care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction.
- Adheres to broad scope of practice as established by Nurse Practice Act.
- Ensures the efficient operation of the clinic or unit by proper scheduling and planning for optimum use of staff and resources, maintenance of stock and supplies, and efficient and safe use of equipment.
- Uses systematic approach to provide nursing care to patients and families/populations by performing both focused and comprehensive assessments through subjective and evidence based objective data.
- Prioritizes, synthesizes and documents assessments and nursing plan of care using critical thinking and judgment.
- Implements plan of care within scope of practice through assignment and monitoring of other nurses and delegation and monitoring of unlicensed staff. Initiates standing orders for prescription refills and labs as well as standing delegation orders where appropriate.
- Develops and implements teaching plans for patients concerning maintenance, promotion and restoration of health.
- Evaluates patients' response and outcomes to education and therapeutic interventions. Communicates effectively with collaborative team while escalating critical results and issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Exercises judgment while coordinating care and referring patients to agencies or health care professionals for other services/transitions in care where indicated.
- Performs on site and telephone triage using best practice guidelines and documentation to ensure patients receive the right level of care in the right setting at the right time by the right caregiver using the right equipment and supplies.
- May be responsible for compiling daily or monthly reports.
- Acts as a patient and healthcare advocate by maintaining a safe environment and promoting quality healthcare and services.
- Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
- Adheres to standards of practice for professional nursing.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
CERTIFICATION/SKILLS
- None
- Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree in nursing required. Associate's Degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited nursing school required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
None.
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
SECURITY SENSITIVE
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
VETERAN INFORMATION
Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0906, 0944, 46N1E, 46N1, 46N3, 46N4, 46NX, 66b, 66C, 66H, 68C, L03A, 4A0X1, 66E, 66G, 66S, 290X, 46AX, 46FX. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
INTRODUCTION
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
Triage Nurse - UTP Women's Center Southeast
Join the UTP Women's Center and become part of a collaborative, patient-focused team dedicated to providing exceptional care for women across all stages of life. As a Triage Nurse in our OB/GYN Call Center, you will serve as a key clinical resource, responding to patient calls, addressing patient portal inquiries, communicating test results, and assessing healthcare needs to ensure timely, safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team, you will support patients with both routine and complex healthcare concerns while utilizing strong critical thinking and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
This role offers weekends off, supportive leadership, opportunities for professional growth, and a positive team culture, with a hybrid work option available. Preferred qualifications include OB/GYN or Labor & Delivery experience, bilingual English/Spanish skills, Epic experience, and strong customer service abilities; however, candidates with a passion for women's health and a commitment to excellent patient care are encouraged to apply.
COMPENSATION
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES!
As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary
Functions as a member of collaborative interdisciplinary team providing comprehensive care to patients and families with complex healthcare needs that may be both predictable and unpredictable. Aims to provide care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction.
- Adheres to broad scope of practice as established by Nurse Practice Act.
- Ensures the efficient operation of the clinic or unit by proper scheduling and planning for optimum use of staff and resources, maintenance of stock and supplies, and efficient and safe use of equipment.
- Uses systematic approach to provide nursing care to patients and families/populations by performing both focused and comprehensive assessments through subjective and evidence based objective data.
- Prioritizes, synthesizes and documents assessments and nursing plan of care using critical thinking and judgment.
- Implements plan of care within scope of practice through assignment and monitoring of other nurses and delegation and monitoring of unlicensed staff. Initiates standing orders for prescription refills and labs as well as standing delegation orders where appropriate.
- Develops and implements teaching plans for patients concerning maintenance, promotion and restoration of health.
- Evaluates patients' response and outcomes to education and therapeutic interventions. Communicates effectively with collaborative team while escalating critical results and issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Exercises judgment while coordinating care and referring patients to agencies or health care professionals for other services/transitions in care where indicated.
- Performs on site and telephone triage using best practice guidelines and documentation to ensure patients receive the right level of care in the right setting at the right time by the right caregiver using the right equipment and supplies.
- May be responsible for compiling daily or monthly reports.
- Acts as a patient and healthcare advocate by maintaining a safe environment and promoting quality healthcare and services.
- Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
- Adheres to standards of practice for professional nursing.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
CERTIFICATION/SKILLS
- None
- Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree in nursing required. Associate's Degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited nursing school required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
None.
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
SECURITY SENSITIVE
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
VETERAN INFORMATION
Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0906, 0944, 46N1E, 46N1, 46N3, 46N4, 46NX, 66b, 66C, 66H, 68C, L03A, 4A0X1, 66E, 66G, 66S, 290X, 46AX, 46FX. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an OB/GYN Physician
Verify your Australian credentials transfer cleanly
U.S. employers will request ECFMG certification and USMLE scores before initiating E-3 visa sponsorship. Confirm your Australian medical degree is listed in the IMED directory and that your transcripts are ready for credential evaluation before applying.
Target hospitals with active J-1 waiver programs
Hospitals that run J-1 visa waiver programs, particularly HPSA-designated facilities and academic medical centers, are already structured to sponsor international physicians and will understand E-3 requirements far faster than community practices encountering it for the first time.
Search for OB/GYN roles with E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters physician roles by visa sponsorship type so you're only seeing OB/GYN positions where employers have confirmed E-3 eligibility, saving you from pursuing opportunities that will stall at the offer stage.
Clarify your state licensure timeline with each employer
E-3 status requires a genuine job offer before the LCA is filed, but most hospitals won't extend an offer until you hold or are close to obtaining a state medical license. Start your state licensing application concurrent with your job search, not after.
Ask your employer to file the LCA before your start date
The DOL must certify your Labor Condition Application before you can apply for the E-3 at a U.S. consulate. Confirm your employer's HR team knows this sequence, many hospital systems assume the consulate step comes first and cause preventable delays.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and consulate paperwork
OB/GYN sponsorship involves specialty occupation documentation, prevailing wage determinations, and consulate preparation that most hospital HR teams handle inconsistently. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment so nothing falls through.
E-3 Visa OB/GYN Physician: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find OB/GYN Physician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find OB/GYN Physician roles where employers have confirmed E-3 sponsorship availability. Most general job searches return positions that technically qualify but where the employer has no E-3 experience. Migrate Mate filters specifically for E-3-ready employers, which is especially important in physician hiring where credentialing timelines are already long.
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 an OB/GYN Physician role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. OB/GYN Physician roles qualify clearly as specialty occupations because they require a medical degree and board certification in a specific field. USCIS considers medicine a paradigm specialty occupation. Your Australian MBBS or equivalent, combined with ECFMG certification and USMLE completion, satisfies the theoretical and practical knowledge requirement the E-3 demands.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian OB/GYN Physicians?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens but has no annual lottery and no numerical cap. H-1B selection is random, in recent years, fewer than one in four registrations were selected. For an OB/GYN Physician, the E-3 means you can plan a confirmed start date with your employer instead of waiting on lottery outcomes that are entirely outside your control.
Can I work at multiple hospital locations on a single E-3 visa?
Each work location and employer entity requires its own Labor Condition Application. If you're employed by a physician group that contracts to multiple hospitals, your employer needs to determine whether a single LCA covers all sites or whether separate filings are required. This is a common complication in OB/GYN practice arrangements and worth clarifying with your employer's legal team before your E-3 is filed.