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Cardiac surgeons rank among the most sponsorship-eligible professionals in U.S. medicine, with academic medical centers and large health systems routinely filing PERM labor certifications for foreign-trained surgeons. EB-2 covers advanced-degree candidates; EB-3 is available for those completing U.S. residency or fellowship under a qualifying employer.
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Get Access To All JobsAssistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, without tenure – Congenital Cardiac Surgeon
Position Overview
Organization: Surgery
Title: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, without tenure – Congenital Cardiac Surgeon
Position Details
Position Description
Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the ranks of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor, without tenure (WOT), by reason of funding with an anticipated start date of December 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a twelve-month appointment (3-year term renewable for Assistant Professor) beginning December 2026.
The base salary range for this position will be: Assistant Professor, $54,167-70,834 per month, Associate Professor, $70,834-$87,500 per month, Professor $75,000-$125,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide the full spectrum of cardiac surgical care for pediatric patients, including neonatal surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical cardiac support. The primary site of practice for this position is Seattle Children’s Hospital, and may participate at other sites consistent with regional affiliations and strategy. Congenital Cardiac Surgeons at Seattle Children’s Hospital perform 500 cases annually, providing the full spectrum of cardiac surgical care for pediatric patients, including neonatal surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical cardiac support. This position will actively participate in quality assessment and quality improvement programs at both institutions. Additional responsibilities include engagement in the selection and training of residents and fellows.
All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- MD degree (or foreign equivalent)
- Board eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or foreign equivalent (inclusive of completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE))
- Eligible for medical licensure in state of Washington
- In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Instructions
Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Application should include the following materials:
- a cover letter of no more than 1 page detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
- a curriculum vitae
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, without tenure – Congenital Cardiac Surgeon
Position Overview
Organization: Surgery
Title: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, without tenure – Congenital Cardiac Surgeon
Position Details
Position Description
Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the ranks of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor, without tenure (WOT), by reason of funding with an anticipated start date of December 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a twelve-month appointment (3-year term renewable for Assistant Professor) beginning December 2026.
The base salary range for this position will be: Assistant Professor, $54,167-70,834 per month, Associate Professor, $70,834-$87,500 per month, Professor $75,000-$125,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide the full spectrum of cardiac surgical care for pediatric patients, including neonatal surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical cardiac support. The primary site of practice for this position is Seattle Children’s Hospital, and may participate at other sites consistent with regional affiliations and strategy. Congenital Cardiac Surgeons at Seattle Children’s Hospital perform 500 cases annually, providing the full spectrum of cardiac surgical care for pediatric patients, including neonatal surgery, heart transplantation, and mechanical cardiac support. This position will actively participate in quality assessment and quality improvement programs at both institutions. Additional responsibilities include engagement in the selection and training of residents and fellows.
All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- MD degree (or foreign equivalent)
- Board eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or foreign equivalent (inclusive of completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE))
- Eligible for medical licensure in state of Washington
- In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Instructions
Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Application should include the following materials:
- a cover letter of no more than 1 page detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
- a curriculum vitae
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Cardiac Surgeon
Verify your credentials before applying
PERM requires your foreign medical degree to satisfy the job's minimum requirements. Confirm your credentials through ECFMG certification and, if your U.S. training is incomplete, check that your board eligibility satisfies the employer's posted requirements before any labor certification is filed.
Target academic medical centers first
Teaching hospitals and academic health systems file PERM for cardiac surgeons far more than community hospitals do. Filter your search to institutions with cardiac surgery fellowships, since those programs already have immigration infrastructure and sponsor fellows who complete training and convert to attending roles.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter cardiac surgery roles by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're applying to institutions that have already navigated PERM for surgical specialists rather than those encountering the process for the first time.
Understand prevailing wage before negotiating
PERM fixes your offered wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for cardiac surgeons in that metro area. Look up the current rate using the OFLC Wage Search tool before you negotiate, so your offer letter meets the threshold without requiring a PERM amendment later.
Clarify the EB tier your employer intends to file
EB-2 requires a master's degree or equivalent, which most cardiac surgeons satisfy, but some employers default to EB-3. If you qualify for EB-2 and your country has a backlog at EB-3, confirm the category in writing before the I-140 petition is prepared.
Time your PERM filing around hospital credentialing
DOL's PERM process typically runs six to nine months, and state medical board licensure must already be in place before your employer can lawfully put you to work. Align your credentialing timeline with your employer's attorney so the I-140 is ready to file the moment PERM certification arrives.
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Find Cardiac Surgeon JobsCardiac Surgeon Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does cardiac surgery qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Cardiac surgery qualifies for both categories. EB-2 applies because the role requires an advanced professional degree, which your MD plus residency and fellowship training satisfies. EB-3 is available as an alternative for skilled professionals. Most employers file EB-2 for attending cardiac surgeons. Your employer's immigration attorney will confirm the appropriate classification based on the job's posted requirements and your credentials.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for cardiac surgeons?
H-1B is a temporary work visa capped at 65,000 annually and subject to a lottery, whereas PERM leads to permanent residency with no annual numerical cap at the EB-2 or EB-3 petition level for most nationalities. The PERM process requires your employer to complete a formal labor market test through DOL before USCIS can approve the I-140. Total green card processing runs two to four years for most countries, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a visa requiring periodic renewal.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for a cardiac surgeon role?
Your employer must advertise the position through DOL-prescribed channels, document that no qualified U.S. worker was available, and submit the Application for Permanent Employment Certification to DOL. The job's minimum requirements, offered wage, and job duties must be fixed before advertising begins. USCIS then reviews the I-140 immigrant petition after DOL certifies the application. Any change to your offered wage or duties after PERM is filed can require starting the process over.
How can I find cardiac surgery jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search cardiac surgeon roles filtered by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting institutions that have filed PERM for surgical specialists before significantly shortens your timeline, since experienced employers have established relationships with immigration counsel and understand the documentation requirements for specialty medical roles.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before I get my green card?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, portability under AC21 lets you change employers after your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Cardiac surgery roles generally satisfy the same-or-similar standard if the new position involves the same surgical specialty. Changing employers before I-140 approval requires your new employer to restart the PERM process.
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