E-3 Visa Plastic Surgeon Jobs
Plastic Surgeon roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations requiring a medical degree and U.S. licensing, making Australian-trained surgeons strong candidates for employer sponsorship. The E-3 has no lottery and renews in two-year increments, giving you a stable, long-term path to practicing in the United States.
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Henry Ford Health, in Southeast Michigan, is seeking a board eligible/certified plastic surgeon to join an expanding practice at Henry Ford Hospital located in Detroit, Michigan.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Microsurgery Physician
Special emphasis on microsurgery, breast reconstruction and lower extremity reconstruction. Henry Ford Health is an academic institution encouraging staff to participate in teaching and research opportunities at its main hospital in Detroit and 30 outpatient centers. As a member of the 2,700 person Henry Ford Medical Group, you will have colleagues in 40 specialties and share patients via the electronic medical record.
The position offers competitive salary with incentives based on productivity and aesthetic surgery. Benefits include fully paid malpractice with tail coverage, long term disability and affordable family medical benefits.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be board certified in plastic surgery.
- Board eligible candidates must be certified in the first three years of employment.
If you are interested, please forward your CV via email to Donna Tepper, M.D., c/o dmille69@hfhs.org.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
BENEFITS
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
INTRODUCTION
Henry Ford Health, in Southeast Michigan, is seeking a board eligible/certified plastic surgeon to join an expanding practice at Henry Ford Hospital located in Detroit, Michigan.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Microsurgery Physician
Special emphasis on microsurgery, breast reconstruction and lower extremity reconstruction. Henry Ford Health is an academic institution encouraging staff to participate in teaching and research opportunities at its main hospital in Detroit and 30 outpatient centers. As a member of the 2,700 person Henry Ford Medical Group, you will have colleagues in 40 specialties and share patients via the electronic medical record.
The position offers competitive salary with incentives based on productivity and aesthetic surgery. Benefits include fully paid malpractice with tail coverage, long term disability and affordable family medical benefits.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be board certified in plastic surgery.
- Board eligible candidates must be certified in the first three years of employment.
If you are interested, please forward your CV via email to Donna Tepper, M.D., c/o dmille69@hfhs.org.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
BENEFITS
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Plastic Surgeon
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
U.S. employers require Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certification before sponsoring an E-3 for any surgical role. Confirm your ECFMG status is active and your USMLE scores are on file before approaching hospitals or practices.
Target academic medical centers and hospital systems
Large academic hospitals and multi-site health systems have dedicated HR and legal teams familiar with E-3 filings for specialist physicians. Independent private practices often lack this infrastructure, making your sponsorship conversation significantly harder from the start.
Distinguish your fellowship training in applications
Australian plastic surgery training pathways differ from U.S. residency structures. Spell out your FRACS qualification and subspecialty fellowship hours explicitly in your CV so hiring managers can map them to ACGME-equivalent experience without guesswork.
Negotiate LCA filing into your offer timeline
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before you can apply for the E-3 at a consulate. Build at least three to four weeks into your start-date negotiation to account for LCA processing and consulate appointment scheduling.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
LCA compliance, prevailing wage documentation, and consulate packet preparation involve multiple DOL and USCIS requirements. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so your employer isn't navigating it without specialist support.
Prepare a state medical license plan before your interview
E-3 approval doesn't guarantee you can practice on day one. Research the medical licensing timeline for your target state, since some states take three to six months to process foreign-trained physician applications, which affects your actual start date.
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Find Plastic Surgeon JobsPlastic Surgeon E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Plastic Surgeon jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to find Plastic Surgeon roles at employers already familiar with E-3 sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves you from approaching employers who have never filed an LCA for a specialty physician before, which is one of the most common sources of delay for Australian surgeons.
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 a Plastic Surgeon role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes. Plastic Surgery meets the specialty occupation definition because it requires a medical degree, ECFMG certification, and a state medical license as a minimum to enter the role. USCIS treats physician specialties as clear-cut specialty occupations, so qualification is rarely disputed at the consulate stage.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Plastic Surgeons?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual numerical cap, meaning your employer can file and you can apply at the consulate at any time of year. The H-1B requires winning a lottery slot before any petition can proceed. For an Australian plastic surgeon with a job offer, the E-3 is a direct path that the H-1B is not.
Can I transfer my E-3 if I change hospital systems or practices?
Yes, but your new employer must file a new LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally before the transfer is complete. You can begin working for the new employer once the LCA is certified and the E-3 petition is filed, but consulate stamping is required before re-entering the U.S. after any international travel.
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