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Cardiologist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Most hospital systems and academic medical centers actively sponsor foreign-trained cardiologists, making this one of the more accessible physician pathways to U.S. permanent residency.
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Fountain Valley, California, United States of America
Job Id
R-244745
Job Type
Full time
Job available in 2 categories.
- Veterinarian
- Veterinary Specialist
Join us as a board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist at VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.
Why join the team
- Beautiful new state-of-the-art 24-hour emergency/specialty hospital – 26,000 sq. ft
- Specialty services include internal medicine, surgery, neurology, emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical and radiation oncology, cardiology, ophthalmology, and anaesthesiology
- Residency program in internal medicine and a specialty internship in surgical oncology
- VTS in Diagnostic Imaging
- 128 slice Toshiba Aquilion CT, 1.5 Tesla GE MRI, Vet GE LogIQ Ultrasound, 2 digital radiography units, GE C-Arm Fluoroscopy, Laproscopy equipment, Shockwave, PRP
- Cardiovascular ultrasound, high flow oxygen therapy, endoscopy, Linear Accelerator, BAER (Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potential Testing)
- 15 exam rooms, 2 doctor office spaces, 11 departments
- Southern California living with blue skies, palm trees and postcard perfect days and nights
- Best schools in the state, safest places to raise a family and outstanding quality of life
- Access to a network of specialists within VCA
Schedule
- Full or part-time availability
Who we look for
- People obsessed with pets and their care
- Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
- Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
- Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
- Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:
Compensation
- Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The salary range listed is based on a 40-hour work week.
- This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.
Health & Well-being
- Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
- Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development
- Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
- WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
Qualifications
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
- Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
For more information about this position, please contact Kristen Hreczan, Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at Kristen.hreczan@vca.com or 704-351-0221
Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $300,000. This position is also eligible for production/commission and other variable pay programs.
About VCA
VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.
Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.
VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™.
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
LOCATION
Fountain Valley, California, United States of America
Job Id
R-244745
Job Type
Full time
Job available in 2 categories.
- Veterinarian
- Veterinary Specialist
Join us as a board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist at VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.
Why join the team
- Beautiful new state-of-the-art 24-hour emergency/specialty hospital – 26,000 sq. ft
- Specialty services include internal medicine, surgery, neurology, emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical and radiation oncology, cardiology, ophthalmology, and anaesthesiology
- Residency program in internal medicine and a specialty internship in surgical oncology
- VTS in Diagnostic Imaging
- 128 slice Toshiba Aquilion CT, 1.5 Tesla GE MRI, Vet GE LogIQ Ultrasound, 2 digital radiography units, GE C-Arm Fluoroscopy, Laproscopy equipment, Shockwave, PRP
- Cardiovascular ultrasound, high flow oxygen therapy, endoscopy, Linear Accelerator, BAER (Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potential Testing)
- 15 exam rooms, 2 doctor office spaces, 11 departments
- Southern California living with blue skies, palm trees and postcard perfect days and nights
- Best schools in the state, safest places to raise a family and outstanding quality of life
- Access to a network of specialists within VCA
Schedule
- Full or part-time availability
Who we look for
- People obsessed with pets and their care
- Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
- Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
- Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
- Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:
Compensation
- Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The salary range listed is based on a 40-hour work week.
- This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.
Health & Well-being
- Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
- Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development
- Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
- WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
Qualifications
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
- Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
For more information about this position, please contact Kristen Hreczan, Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at Kristen.hreczan@vca.com or 704-351-0221
Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $300,000. This position is also eligible for production/commission and other variable pay programs.
About VCA
VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.
Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.
VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™.
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Cardiologist
Verify your credentials meet PERM documentation requirements
PERM requires your medical degree, residency completion, and cardiology fellowship to be documented precisely as listed in the job description. Gaps between your foreign credentials and the employer's stated minimum requirements can trigger a DOL audit before your I-140 even reaches USCIS.
Target employers with J-1 waiver sponsorship history
Hospital systems and federally qualified health centers that have sponsored J-1 visa Conrad 30 waivers for physicians are already familiar with immigration filings and typically have legal infrastructure in place to support EB-2 and EB-3 PERM sponsorship for cardiologists.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter cardiologist roles by employers with active employment-based green card sponsorship history. This lets you identify hospital networks and cardiology practices already running PERM filings rather than cold-pitching immigration sponsorship to unprepared hiring teams.
Confirm the offered wage meets OFLC prevailing wage levels
Before signing an employment contract, cross-check your offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search for your specific cardiology SOC code and work location. Your employer's PERM application must certify the offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage, or the application will fail.
Negotiate PERM filing timelines into your offer letter
Academic and private cardiology employers sometimes delay initiating PERM even after hire. Get a written commitment on when your employer will start the process, since PERM can take six to twelve months at DOL before USCIS ever receives your I-140 petition.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 classification for your fellowship credentials
A completed cardiology fellowship typically supports EB-2 classification as an advanced-degree professional, while EB-3 covers the underlying physician role. Your employer and their immigration counsel will determine classification based on the actual job requirements listed in the PERM application, not your personal qualifications alone.
Green Card Cardiologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do cardiologists qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most cardiologists qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because the role requires a medical degree plus a three-year fellowship, meeting the advanced-degree threshold. EB-3 applies if the employer structures the position at the skilled-worker level. Your employer's immigration attorney determines the classification based on the minimum degree requirement stated in the PERM job description, not your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for cardiologists?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa, capped annually at 85,000 with a lottery for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is a permanent residency pathway with no annual lottery. EB-3 has no per-country numerical cap concerns for many nationalities, and once your I-140 is approved, your status isn't tied to a single employer in the same way an H-1B is.
How long does the PERM green card process take for a cardiologist role?
The full process typically runs two to four years from PERM filing to receiving a green card, assuming no audits or requests for evidence. DOL takes six to twelve months to certify the PERM application, USCIS processes the I-140 petition after that, and then you either file for adjustment of status domestically or go through consular processing abroad.
Where can I find cardiology employers that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search cardiologist job listings filtered by employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history. This removes the guesswork of identifying which hospital systems and cardiology groups are already running PERM filings, so you can focus your applications on employers prepared to sponsor permanent residency from day one.
Can a cardiologist self-petition for a green card without an employer?
Yes, through the EB-1A extraordinary ability category or the EB-2 National Interest Waiver, cardiologists with strong research output, publications, or work in underserved communities may qualify to self-petition without employer sponsorship or PERM labor certification. These categories require demonstrating that your work benefits the United States and that waiving the normal job offer requirement serves the national interest.