E-3 Visa Plastic Surgeon Jobs
Plastic Surgeon roles qualify as E-3 visa 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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Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Division of Facial Plastic Surgery within the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a fellowship-trained Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgeon to join our talented team.
The qualified candidate will join the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic Arizona, a department of 13 surgeons dedicated to world-class, patient-centered tertiary care.
The opportunity offers the appropriate person to rapidly attain clinical, academic, teaching, and leadership experience:
- Develop and lead a program focused on complex facial reconstruction, functional restoration, and collaborative care supported by a multidisciplinary team and robust academic resources.
- Practice in both outpatient and hospital-based settings, providing comprehensive care for patients requiring facial trauma management, skin cancer reconstruction, and functional nasal and facial procedures.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including head and neck surgery, dermatologic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, rheumatology, sports medicine, and plastic surgery colleagues to optimize reconstructive outcomes and enhance functional recovery.
- Engage in research and innovation, with dedicated time and institutional support for advancing techniques in facial reconstruction, nerve repair, and outcomes-based studies.
- Contribute to education and mentorship, working closely with Mayo Clinic Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery residents and medical students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona.
Qualifications
The current practice encompasses the full scope of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery with an emphasis on functional restoration, trauma, facial reanimation, and skin cancer reconstruction. Expertise in complex reconstructive procedures is preferred; candidates must also possess:
- MD, DO or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
- Training in an accredited Facial Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship.
- BE/BC from both the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Eligibility for licensure in the state of Arizona.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$xx,xxx - $xx,xxx / year; This position has a predetermined rate of $xx.xx per hour.; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour; Compensation range is $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour based upon union contract
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
1.0 FTE
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Mariano Vassallo
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Division of Facial Plastic Surgery within the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a fellowship-trained Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgeon to join our talented team.
The qualified candidate will join the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic Arizona, a department of 13 surgeons dedicated to world-class, patient-centered tertiary care.
The opportunity offers the appropriate person to rapidly attain clinical, academic, teaching, and leadership experience:
- Develop and lead a program focused on complex facial reconstruction, functional restoration, and collaborative care supported by a multidisciplinary team and robust academic resources.
- Practice in both outpatient and hospital-based settings, providing comprehensive care for patients requiring facial trauma management, skin cancer reconstruction, and functional nasal and facial procedures.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including head and neck surgery, dermatologic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, rheumatology, sports medicine, and plastic surgery colleagues to optimize reconstructive outcomes and enhance functional recovery.
- Engage in research and innovation, with dedicated time and institutional support for advancing techniques in facial reconstruction, nerve repair, and outcomes-based studies.
- Contribute to education and mentorship, working closely with Mayo Clinic Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery residents and medical students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona.
Qualifications
The current practice encompasses the full scope of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery with an emphasis on functional restoration, trauma, facial reanimation, and skin cancer reconstruction. Expertise in complex reconstructive procedures is preferred; candidates must also possess:
- MD, DO or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
- Training in an accredited Facial Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship.
- BE/BC from both the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Eligibility for licensure in the state of Arizona.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$xx,xxx - $xx,xxx / year; This position has a predetermined rate of $xx.xx per hour.; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour; Compensation range is $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour based upon union contract
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
1.0 FTE
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Mariano Vassallo
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in 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.
E-3 Visa Plastic Surgeon: 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 visa 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.