E-3 Visa Pulmonary Physician Jobs
Pulmonary physician roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations, requiring a medical degree and active U.S. licensure. Australian physicians can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering an H-1B lottery, with two-year renewable status tied to your employer. Expect most hospital systems and pulmonology groups to file the Labor Condition Application before your consulate appointment.
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The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist with a strong background in basic or clinical sciences. Clinical duties include providing and supervising patient care in ambulatory lung clinics and inpatient services, postoperative care at the University and affiliated hospitals, performing bronchoscopic procedures, and teaching of residents and subspecialty fellows. Research expectations are to develop a strong, funded, and independent research program in the biological sciences with relevance towards lung diseases. Active funding is highly desirable. Other duties include the teaching and training of medical students, house staff, and fellows.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree from an approved LCME medical school and satisfactory completion of an Internal Medicine residency and Pulmonary/Critical Care fellowship from an ACGME accredited program. Candidate must be eligible for Texas medical licensure and board certified/eligible in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, and Critical Care.
LOCATION
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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.
INTRODUCTION
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist with a strong background in basic or clinical sciences. Clinical duties include providing and supervising patient care in ambulatory lung clinics and inpatient services, postoperative care at the University and affiliated hospitals, performing bronchoscopic procedures, and teaching of residents and subspecialty fellows. Research expectations are to develop a strong, funded, and independent research program in the biological sciences with relevance towards lung diseases. Active funding is highly desirable. Other duties include the teaching and training of medical students, house staff, and fellows.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree from an approved LCME medical school and satisfactory completion of an Internal Medicine residency and Pulmonary/Critical Care fellowship from an ACGME accredited program. Candidate must be eligible for Texas medical licensure and board certified/eligible in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, and Critical Care.
LOCATION
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Pulmonary Physician
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
U.S. hospitals require ECFMG certification to credential you as an internationally trained physician. Without it, no employer can sponsor your E-3 visa, so confirm your certificate is current before submitting any applications.
Target hospitals with J-1 waiver Conrad 30 history
Hospital systems that have sponsored Conrad 30 J-1 visa waivers are already familiar with physician visa processes. They're structured to handle DOL Labor Condition Applications quickly, which shortens the time between your offer and consulate appointment.
Confirm your state medical license transfers cleanly
E-3 approval depends partly on your ability to practice in the state where the role is located. Some states require USMLE completion or additional steps for Australian-trained physicians, so resolve licensing requirements before your employer files the LCA.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. Pulmonology roles involve specialty occupation documentation that benefits from a structured filing process rather than an employer's HR team working from scratch.
Negotiate who covers the LCA filing timeline
The employer files the LCA with DOL, but processing typically takes seven business days. Clarify with your hiring team who manages submission and when it starts, so your E-3 consulate appointment isn't delayed by an internal administrative backlog.
Align your credentialing timeline with your E-3 start date
Hospital credentialing for pulmonologists runs eight to twelve weeks and must complete before you can see patients. Structure your E-3 start date to account for this, otherwise you'll hold valid status but can't begin clinical work.
E-3 Visa Pulmonary Physician: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find pulmonary physician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search. It surfaces pulmonary physician roles where employers have active E-3 or LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to hospitals unfamiliar with Australian visa sponsorship. Filtering by E-3 eligibility upfront saves weeks of back-and-forth with recruiters who don't understand the process.
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 pulmonary physician role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes. Pulmonary medicine requires a medical degree and board certification in a specific subspecialty, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation definition. USCIS consistently treats physician roles as qualifying positions. You'll need to document your Australian medical degree, ECFMG certification, and any relevant fellowship training as part of the visa application.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian pulmonologists?
The E-3 has no lottery, no annual cap competition, and can be filed any time of year. For a pulmonologist with a job offer, E-3 sponsorship can move from LCA filing to consulate appointment in four to six weeks. The H-1B lottery means a twelve-month wait at minimum if selected, and no path forward if you're not.
Can I switch hospital employers while on an E-3 as a pulmonologist?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp or an amended petition before starting work. Portability rules that apply to H-1B don't carry over to E-3, so plan your transition carefully to avoid a gap in authorized employment status.