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Cardiac Electrophysiologist roles qualify for EB-2 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, requiring employers to document prevailing wage compliance and complete a full recruitment test before filing an I-140 petition. Academic medical centers and large hospital systems most actively sponsor this role for foreign-trained specialists seeking permanent U.S. residency.
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Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Department: John W. Deming Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Position Type: Full-time Faculty | Clinical Non-Tenure Track
Specialty: Cardiology
Subspecialty: Electrophysiology
Shape the Future of Electrophysiology in New Orleans
Tulane University School of Medicine’s Deming Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, invites an accomplished and collaborative cardiac electrophysiologist to join our growing faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor of Medicine level. This is an outstanding opportunity to provide exceptional care, expand a dynamic electrophysiology program, teach the next generation of physicians, and advance meaningful clinical and translational research.
Our faculty practice spans five hospitals and multiple outpatient sites throughout the Greater New Orleans area, offering access to state-of-the-art facilities, a diverse patient population, and strong advanced-practice provider support. The successful candidate will become an integral part of a collegial academic team committed to innovation, education, and excellence in cardiovascular care.
Why Join Tulane Cardiology?
- Help advance electrophysiology services across a leading academic health system.
- Practice in modern facilities including East Jefferson General Hospital, University Medical Center New Orleans, and the VA Medical Center New Orleans.
- Serve patients in hospital, clinic, and outreach settings across the region.
- Collaborate with experienced cardiologists, fellows, residents, medical students, and advanced-practice providers.
- Build a meaningful academic portfolio through teaching, clinical investigation, and translational research.
- Live and work in the vibrant, culturally rich city of New Orleans.
Compensation and Benefit Details
- Competitive salary with incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after two years of service.
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage.
- CME allowance to support ongoing professional development
- Relocation assistance
- Generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 5 days of CME leave, and 7 clinic holidays
Discover Life in New Orleans
New Orleans offers a distinctive mix of historic neighborhoods, nationally recognized restaurants, live music, and local traditions. Physicians relocating to the area can choose between city neighborhoods and suburban communities, with convenient access to parks, recreation, and family activities. From Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest to Saints games and neighborhood festivals, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the city outside of work.
Faculty Appointment
Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor of Medicine level commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- M.D. degree.
- Successful completion of a Cardiovascular Disease fellowship.
- Successful completion of a two-year Electrophysiology fellowship.
- Electrophysiology board eligible or board certified.
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical Care
- Provide electrophysiology coverage at East Jefferson General Hospital, University Medical Center New Orleans, and the VA Medical Center New Orleans.
- Provide outpatient clinic care at these locations and at assigned outreach sites.
- Participate actively in the development and growth of the electrophysiology program across the participating hospitals.
- Provide some after-hours and weekend electrophysiology consultation coverage.
Education
- Teach medicine residents, cardiology fellows, and medical students in an established, ACGME-accredited EP fellowship program.
- Mentor trainees in electrophysiology, patient care, scholarly activity, and professional development.
Research and Scholarship
- Develop and participate in clinical and translational research initiatives.
- Encourage residents and fellows to participate in research projects and scholarly activities.
- Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications; at least one publication per year is encouraged.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
Cardiac Electrophysiologist — Assistant or Associate Professor
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Department: John W. Deming Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Position Type: Full-time Faculty | Clinical Non-Tenure Track
Specialty: Cardiology
Subspecialty: Electrophysiology
Shape the Future of Electrophysiology in New Orleans
Tulane University School of Medicine’s Deming Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, invites an accomplished and collaborative cardiac electrophysiologist to join our growing faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor of Medicine level. This is an outstanding opportunity to provide exceptional care, expand a dynamic electrophysiology program, teach the next generation of physicians, and advance meaningful clinical and translational research.
Our faculty practice spans five hospitals and multiple outpatient sites throughout the Greater New Orleans area, offering access to state-of-the-art facilities, a diverse patient population, and strong advanced-practice provider support. The successful candidate will become an integral part of a collegial academic team committed to innovation, education, and excellence in cardiovascular care.
Why Join Tulane Cardiology?
- Help advance electrophysiology services across a leading academic health system.
- Practice in modern facilities including East Jefferson General Hospital, University Medical Center New Orleans, and the VA Medical Center New Orleans.
- Serve patients in hospital, clinic, and outreach settings across the region.
- Collaborate with experienced cardiologists, fellows, residents, medical students, and advanced-practice providers.
- Build a meaningful academic portfolio through teaching, clinical investigation, and translational research.
- Live and work in the vibrant, culturally rich city of New Orleans.
Compensation and Benefit Details
- Competitive salary with incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after two years of service.
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage.
- CME allowance to support ongoing professional development
- Relocation assistance
- Generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 5 days of CME leave, and 7 clinic holidays
Discover Life in New Orleans
New Orleans offers a distinctive mix of historic neighborhoods, nationally recognized restaurants, live music, and local traditions. Physicians relocating to the area can choose between city neighborhoods and suburban communities, with convenient access to parks, recreation, and family activities. From Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest to Saints games and neighborhood festivals, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the city outside of work.
Faculty Appointment
Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor of Medicine level commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- M.D. degree.
- Successful completion of a Cardiovascular Disease fellowship.
- Successful completion of a two-year Electrophysiology fellowship.
- Electrophysiology board eligible or board certified.
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical Care
- Provide electrophysiology coverage at East Jefferson General Hospital, University Medical Center New Orleans, and the VA Medical Center New Orleans.
- Provide outpatient clinic care at these locations and at assigned outreach sites.
- Participate actively in the development and growth of the electrophysiology program across the participating hospitals.
- Provide some after-hours and weekend electrophysiology consultation coverage.
Education
- Teach medicine residents, cardiology fellows, and medical students in an established, ACGME-accredited EP fellowship program.
- Mentor trainees in electrophysiology, patient care, scholarly activity, and professional development.
Research and Scholarship
- Develop and participate in clinical and translational research initiatives.
- Encourage residents and fellows to participate in research projects and scholarly activities.
- Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications; at least one publication per year is encouraged.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Verify your degree meets EB-2 standards
EB-2 requires a U.S. equivalent advanced degree. If your medical degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before you apply. Without it, employers can't confirm your PERM eligibility upfront.
Research prevailing wages for your metro
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for Cardiologists or Physicians in your target city before negotiations. Employers must offer at least the DOL-determined wage on your PERM filing, and this varies significantly by region.
Target hospitals with active PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history for physician and cardiology roles. Academic medical centers and large health systems sponsor most foreign-trained electrophysiologists, so prioritize those in your outreach.
Ask about sponsorship timeline before accepting an offer
PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and priority date movement can take years before you file an I-485. Confirm whether the employer has an in-house immigration team and has completed PERM filings for clinical specialists recently, not just administrative roles.
Understand how fellowship timing affects your PERM start
Employers can't file your PERM until your fellowship ends and you're in a permanent position. If you're finishing a cardiac electrophysiology fellowship, negotiate a start date that gives your employer enough runway to complete the recruitment test before your H-1B visa status expires.
Preserve your priority date if you switch employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process from zero.
Green Card Cardiac Electrophysiologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Cardiac Electrophysiologist roles?
Most Cardiac Electrophysiologist positions qualify under EB-2, which requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a related field. Medical specialists with a foreign-trained M.D. or D.O. equivalent typically qualify, provided a credential evaluation confirms U.S. degree equivalency. EB-3 is available for roles where the employer structures the position at a bachelor's-degree level.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which includes a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. worker was available. After PERM approval, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike H-1B, there is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals from high-demand countries like India or China can face significant priority-date backlogs before filing an I-485.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Cardiac Electrophysiologists?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with verified green card sponsorship history for physician and cardiology specialties. Academic medical centers, large hospital networks, and multispecialty group practices are the most active sponsors for cardiac electrophysiology roles. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings for clinical specialists before reduces the risk of starting with an employer unfamiliar with physician sponsorship requirements.
Can I change employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your original employer's I-140 petition is approved, that priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140, so you don't lose your place in the queue. Separately, if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the entire process.
What does the PERM recruitment test require for a physician role?
DOL requires the sponsoring employer to conduct a formal recruitment test demonstrating that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied for and accepted the position. For professional roles like Cardiac Electrophysiologist, this includes at least three recruitment steps beyond a basic job posting, such as advertising in a Sunday newspaper of general circulation and using professional journals or placement agencies. The employer documents all applicants and rejection reasons before filing the PERM application.