E-3 Visa Orthopaedic Surgeon Jobs
Orthopaedic surgeons qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupation professionals requiring a medical degree and board certification. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap pressure, so U.S. hospitals and surgical groups can sponsor Australian orthopaedic surgeons at any time of year with a straightforward LCA filing.
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UT Southwestern is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth and ranks among the top 50 hospitals nationally in 12 specialties ranging from brain to heart to cancer care - the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals rankings in the 2025 report, nine of our specialties ranked in the top 25 in the nation.
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center provides the highest quality care for patients with musculoskeletal problems. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top hospitals for orthopedics and to be rated "High Performing" for the treatment of hip fractures, which puts us among the country’s leading facilities.
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to join its expanding Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This clinical faculty position offers a busy, diverse hand and upper extremity practice across our academic medical center and affiliated hospitals.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-volume surgical practice while contributing to resident and fellow education in one of the nation’s top academic health systems. This is an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in a clinically focused academic role.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- High-volume hand surgery practice
- Predominantly clinical role with direct patient care and operative responsibilities
- Opportunities to teach and mentor orthopaedic surgery residents and fellows
- Collaborate with a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary orthopaedic faculty team
- Access to advanced surgical technology and academic resources
- Faculty appointment at UT Southwestern Medical Center (rank commensurate with experience and qualifications)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery
- Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand subspecialty certification strongly preferred)
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
- Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive base salary with incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance available
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/
CONTACT
Dustin Floyd, M.B.A.
Clinical Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition
Office of Human Resources
UT Southwestern Medical Center
P: 972-573-3895
Email: dustin.floyd@utsouthwestern.edu
INTRODUCTION
UT Southwestern is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth and ranks among the top 50 hospitals nationally in 12 specialties ranging from brain to heart to cancer care - the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals rankings in the 2025 report, nine of our specialties ranked in the top 25 in the nation.
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center provides the highest quality care for patients with musculoskeletal problems. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top hospitals for orthopedics and to be rated "High Performing" for the treatment of hip fractures, which puts us among the country’s leading facilities.
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to join its expanding Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This clinical faculty position offers a busy, diverse hand and upper extremity practice across our academic medical center and affiliated hospitals.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-volume surgical practice while contributing to resident and fellow education in one of the nation’s top academic health systems. This is an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in a clinically focused academic role.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- High-volume hand surgery practice
- Predominantly clinical role with direct patient care and operative responsibilities
- Opportunities to teach and mentor orthopaedic surgery residents and fellows
- Collaborate with a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary orthopaedic faculty team
- Access to advanced surgical technology and academic resources
- Faculty appointment at UT Southwestern Medical Center (rank commensurate with experience and qualifications)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery
- Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand subspecialty certification strongly preferred)
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
- Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive base salary with incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance available
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/
CONTACT
Dustin Floyd, M.B.A.
Clinical Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition
Office of Human Resources
UT Southwestern Medical Center
P: 972-573-3895
Email: dustin.floyd@utsouthwestern.edu
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Orthopaedic Surgeon
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
U.S. employers require ECFMG certification and a valid state medical license before they can support an E-3 visa application. Confirm your credentials are current and that your Australian medical degree maps to the specialty occupation definition DOL uses for physicians.
Target academic medical centers and hospital systems
Large academic medical centers and regional hospital systems file LCAs regularly and have in-house HR teams familiar with E-3 sponsorship. Surgical groups at private practices often don't, so qualifying them upfront saves weeks of back-and-forth.
Use Migrate Mate to handle your LCA filing
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage the LCA submission, prevailing wage compliance, and DS-160 preparation so nothing stalls between offer and visa stamp.
Address J-1 waiver status early in conversations
If you trained in the U.S. on a J-1 visa, a two-year home residency requirement may apply. Disclose this to prospective employers before the offer stage, since Conrad 30 waivers require employer sponsorship and add complexity to the E-3 timeline.
Confirm the role meets specialty occupation criteria
Orthopaedic surgeon positions typically qualify, but make sure your job offer letter specifies the subspecialty and degree requirements explicitly. Roles titled 'physician' without specialty detail can trigger DOL scrutiny during LCA review.
Request a two-year initial E-3 period in your offer
Negotiate your employment contract to align with the standard two-year E-3 validity period so renewal timelines match contract renewal dates. USCIS allows unlimited renewals, so structuring this correctly from the start avoids gaps in authorised work status.
E-3 Visa Orthopaedic Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find orthopaedic surgeon jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by specialty and see which employers have a history of filing LCAs for medical roles. Most general job boards don't surface visa sponsorship status, so you end up cold-qualifying employers yourself, which is slow and unreliable.
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 orthopaedic surgeon role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Orthopaedic surgery requires a medical degree, residency, and fellowship training, which satisfies the DOL and USCIS specialty occupation standard. Your employer must document this in the LCA and job offer letter, specifying that a minimum of a medical degree in the relevant specialty is required for the position.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian orthopaedic surgeons?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that is rarely filled, so there's no lottery and no cap pressure. H-1B visa requires registration in a lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For an Australian orthopaedic surgeon with a qualifying job offer, the E-3 is a direct path to a visa stamp without the uncertainty of lottery selection.
Can I switch orthopaedic surgery employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and obtain certification before you start work. Unlike H-1B portability rules, there's no grace period that lets you begin with a new employer while the paperwork is pending. Structure your transition so the new LCA is certified and your DS-160 is updated before your start date.