E-3 Visa Reconstructive Surgeon Jobs
Reconstructive surgeon roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations, making Australian board-certified surgeons eligible for U.S. employer sponsorship without entering a lottery. The E-3 visa requires a job offer, a certified Labor Condition Application, and proof of your specialist qualifications, and renews every two years indefinitely.
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Position Highlights
- Clinical Excellence: Join three busy academic surgeons specialized in facial plastic reconstructive and cosmetic surgery at our Otolaryngology Clinic and Strong Memorial Hospital supported by a collaborative team and a robust referral network across the greater Rochester region.
- Academic Opportunities: Engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement initiatives within an academic environment that values innovation and collaboration. Resident teaching is expected, and scholarly activities strongly encouraged. Protected research time and resources are available for candidates seeking a career as a clinician-scientist.
- Flexible Practice Design: The practice provides opportunity for subspecialty focus areas such as cosmetic procedures, facial plastics, and facial trauma reconstruction.
Why URMC?
- Prestige and Resources: URMC offers access to cutting-edge technology, a state-of-the-art hospital, and a strong institutional commitment to otolaryngology.
- Supportive Environment: The clinical staffing model provides administrative and clinical support including advanced practice providers, dedicated nursing staff, and opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration.
Living in Rochester, NY
- Affordable Living: Rochester offers a cost of living significantly lower than most metropolitan areas, with excellent schools, affordable housing, and minimal commutes.
- Quality of Life: Nestled in the picturesque Finger Lakes region, Rochester provides access to year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing, and water sports.
- Vibrant Culture: Experience a thriving arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and world-class museums. Rochester is home to the Eastman School of Music, the George Eastman Museum, and numerous festivals.
- Family-Friendly: A safe, welcoming community with excellent public and private schools, parks, and activities for all ages.
Work-Life Balance
URMC values the well-being of its faculty and promotes work-life balance. Enjoy generous vacation time and institutional wellness resources to support you and your family.
Compensation and Benefits
URMC offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Tuition benefits for employees and their families.
- Professional development funds and opportunities for leadership training.
Basic Qualifications
- MD or DO with board certification or eligibility in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
- Commitment to clinical excellence, teaching, and scholarly activity.
- Building a cosmetic practice and interest or experience in oculoplastic procedures is desirable.
- Successful candidate will practice the full range of facial plastic surgery and reconstruction.
If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email melissa_mondschein@urmc.rochester.edu.
The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon/Otolaryngologist
Position Highlights
- Clinical Excellence: Join three busy academic surgeons specialized in facial plastic reconstructive and cosmetic surgery at our Otolaryngology Clinic and Strong Memorial Hospital supported by a collaborative team and a robust referral network across the greater Rochester region.
- Academic Opportunities: Engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement initiatives within an academic environment that values innovation and collaboration. Resident teaching is expected, and scholarly activities strongly encouraged. Protected research time and resources are available for candidates seeking a career as a clinician-scientist.
- Flexible Practice Design: The practice provides opportunity for subspecialty focus areas such as cosmetic procedures, facial plastics, and facial trauma reconstruction.
Why URMC?
- Prestige and Resources: URMC offers access to cutting-edge technology, a state-of-the-art hospital, and a strong institutional commitment to otolaryngology.
- Supportive Environment: The clinical staffing model provides administrative and clinical support including advanced practice providers, dedicated nursing staff, and opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration.
Living in Rochester, NY
- Affordable Living: Rochester offers a cost of living significantly lower than most metropolitan areas, with excellent schools, affordable housing, and minimal commutes.
- Quality of Life: Nestled in the picturesque Finger Lakes region, Rochester provides access to year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing, and water sports.
- Vibrant Culture: Experience a thriving arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and world-class museums. Rochester is home to the Eastman School of Music, the George Eastman Museum, and numerous festivals.
- Family-Friendly: A safe, welcoming community with excellent public and private schools, parks, and activities for all ages.
Work-Life Balance
URMC values the well-being of its faculty and promotes work-life balance. Enjoy generous vacation time and institutional wellness resources to support you and your family.
Compensation and Benefits
URMC offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Tuition benefits for employees and their families.
- Professional development funds and opportunities for leadership training.
Basic Qualifications
- MD or DO with board certification or eligibility in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
- Commitment to clinical excellence, teaching, and scholarly activity.
- Building a cosmetic practice and interest or experience in oculoplastic procedures is desirable.
- Successful candidate will practice the full range of facial plastic surgery and reconstruction.
If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email melissa_mondschein@urmc.rochester.edu.
The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Reconstructive Surgeon
Verify your credentials translate directly
FRACS (Plast) is widely recognised by U.S. credentialing bodies, but confirm your Australian specialist qualification maps to a U.S. board-eligible pathway before applying. Hospital employers will check this before extending any sponsorship offer.
Target academic medical centres first
Teaching hospitals and academic medical centres sponsor E-3 visa surgeons more reliably than private practices because their HR teams have established immigration workflows and legal counsel already handling LCA filings for specialist physicians.
Request an LCA before resigning offshore
Your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL before your consulate appointment. Confirm the LCA is certified and in hand before you give notice in Australia, uncertified LCAs are the most common cause of delayed start dates.
Disclose your E-3 status in outreach
State upfront that you hold Australian citizenship and are eligible for E-3 sponsorship rather than H-1B visa. Surgical hiring managers often assume all international candidates require lottery entry, and clarifying this early removes the most common reason they disengage.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service early
Once you have a conditional offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. For reconstructive surgeons, the specialty occupation documentation is detailed, having a dedicated E-3 expert manage it reduces back-and-forth with your employer's HR team.
Align your consulate appointment with credentialing timelines
U.S. hospital privileging and state medical licensing take months after your visa is issued. Book your consulate appointment as early as possible so your E-3 stamp doesn't sit idle while credentialing catches up and delays your actual start date.
E-3 Visa Reconstructive Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find reconstructive surgeon jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3-eligible roles in the U.S. Reconstructive surgeon positions that qualify as specialty occupations appear alongside employer sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have an established track record with work visa filings rather than cold-applying and hoping HR understands the E-3.
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 reconstructive surgery qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Reconstructive surgery requires at minimum a medical degree followed by specialist surgical training, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation requirement that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. USCIS consistently treats physician and surgeon roles as qualifying specialty occupations. Your FRACS or equivalent specialist credential supports that classification.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for reconstructive surgeons?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted, so there is no lottery and no annual gamble on selection. H-1B requires registration and a lottery draw, meaning surgeons can wait years before securing a slot. For Australian reconstructive surgeons, the E-3 is a direct path: job offer, LCA certification, consulate appointment, and you're working.
Can I switch employers on an E-3 while working as a reconstructive surgeon in the U.S.?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before or promptly after starting. Unlike H-1B portability, E-3 doesn't carry a formal transfer mechanism, so plan the transition carefully. If your current visa stamp is still valid and reflects the new employer's details, some consulates accept a new LCA without requiring a new stamp, confirm with a qualified expert before acting.