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Family Medicine Physician roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which permanently authorizes your employment rather than capping you to a two- or three-year work visa. Hospitals, FQHCs, and group practices in underserved areas file PERM regularly for this role, making direct employer sponsorship a realistic path.
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Family Medicine with Surgical Obstetrics Physician
MaineHealth Obstetrics and Gynecology – Franklin Hospital | Farmington, Maine
MaineHealth Franklin Hospital is seeking a full-time or part-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine Physician with Surgical Obstetrics training to join our established team of three physicians and one Certified Nurse Midwife.
This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive obstetrical care in a collaborative rural setting, including prenatal care, labor and delivery, vaginal births, Cesarean sections, postpartum care, and newborn care. Candidates may practice exclusively in obstetrics or combine obstetrics with a primary care role, depending on their interests and qualifications. Shared call responsibilities are approximately 1:4.
As a Level I Maternal Center and the only inpatient hospital in Franklin County, Franklin Hospital delivers approximately 250 babies annually and provides the unique opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships while benefiting from the resources of MaineHealth. Physicians enjoy strong clinical support, a fully integrated Epic EMR, and access to subspecialists in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Gynecologic Oncology, and Urogynecology.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency
- Surgical Obstetrics Fellowship training with competency in Cesarean delivery
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Eligible for medical licensure in Maine
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
This role offers:
- Community-focused practice serving a close-knit rural population.
- Opportunity to grow and develop teaching and research experiences and work with both residents and medical students.
- Academic affiliation with Maine Medical Center and Tufts University School of Medicine
- Leadership development opportunities
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, claims-based medical malpractice insurance through Medical Mutual, life and disability coverage, loan repayment options and relocation assistance.
- Employer matched 403(b) plans as well as 457(B) available.
- We are a designated National Health Service Corps site which allow primary care physicians to participate in additional competitive loan repayment programs through NHSC. We also are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) Program.
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for this position is $297,500.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
Farmington, Maine, is a scenic affordable community in the heart of a four-season recreation. Surrounded by more than ten lakes and ponds, Farmington is a haven for boating, swimming, fishing and ice skating. The nearby mountains provide hiking with vista views including the pristine Rangeley lakes region and bustling downtown with a distinct local flavor and the home of the University of Maine at Farmington. Family ski resorts, including Sugarloaf and Saddleback, are less than an hour away. Excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options make Farmington an exceptional place to call home.
To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
For more information, please apply and/or contact Donna Lafean, Physician & APP Recruiter at donna.lafean@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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Family Medicine with Surgical Obstetrics Physician
MaineHealth Obstetrics and Gynecology – Franklin Hospital | Farmington, Maine
MaineHealth Franklin Hospital is seeking a full-time or part-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine Physician with Surgical Obstetrics training to join our established team of three physicians and one Certified Nurse Midwife.
This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive obstetrical care in a collaborative rural setting, including prenatal care, labor and delivery, vaginal births, Cesarean sections, postpartum care, and newborn care. Candidates may practice exclusively in obstetrics or combine obstetrics with a primary care role, depending on their interests and qualifications. Shared call responsibilities are approximately 1:4.
As a Level I Maternal Center and the only inpatient hospital in Franklin County, Franklin Hospital delivers approximately 250 babies annually and provides the unique opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships while benefiting from the resources of MaineHealth. Physicians enjoy strong clinical support, a fully integrated Epic EMR, and access to subspecialists in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Gynecologic Oncology, and Urogynecology.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency
- Surgical Obstetrics Fellowship training with competency in Cesarean delivery
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
- Eligible for medical licensure in Maine
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
This role offers:
- Community-focused practice serving a close-knit rural population.
- Opportunity to grow and develop teaching and research experiences and work with both residents and medical students.
- Academic affiliation with Maine Medical Center and Tufts University School of Medicine
- Leadership development opportunities
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, claims-based medical malpractice insurance through Medical Mutual, life and disability coverage, loan repayment options and relocation assistance.
- Employer matched 403(b) plans as well as 457(B) available.
- We are a designated National Health Service Corps site which allow primary care physicians to participate in additional competitive loan repayment programs through NHSC. We also are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) Program.
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for this position is $297,500.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
Farmington, Maine, is a scenic affordable community in the heart of a four-season recreation. Surrounded by more than ten lakes and ponds, Farmington is a haven for boating, swimming, fishing and ice skating. The nearby mountains provide hiking with vista views including the pristine Rangeley lakes region and bustling downtown with a distinct local flavor and the home of the University of Maine at Farmington. Family ski resorts, including Sugarloaf and Saddleback, are less than an hour away. Excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options make Farmington an exceptional place to call home.
To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
For more information, please apply and/or contact Donna Lafean, Physician & APP Recruiter at donna.lafean@mainehealth.org
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Family Medicine Physician
Verify your credentials meet PERM requirements
PERM requires your foreign medical degree to be recognized for U.S. licensure in the sponsoring state. Confirm your ECFMG certification and any state medical board prerequisites are complete before an employer files, since gaps delay or derail the labor certification.
Target FQHCs and underserved-area health systems
Federally Qualified Health Centers and rural health systems in Health Professional Shortage Areas file PERM for Family Medicine Physicians far more consistently than urban private practices, because chronic staffing gaps make labor market test failures less likely for these employers.
Search green-card-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Family Medicine Physician openings by employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're applying to organizations that have already committed to employment-based green card sponsorship rather than those open to it in theory only.
Understand how EB-2 and EB-3 categories apply to you
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or its equivalent; EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S.-equivalent bachelor's degree. Most Family Medicine Physicians qualify for EB-2, but your employer can file EB-3 concurrently if your country's EB-2 priority date is backlogged.
Ask employers about PERM timing before accepting offers
PERM filing timelines vary by employer. Confirm whether your prospective employer intends to file PERM within your first year of employment and whether they have in-house immigration counsel, since delays between hire date and PERM filing directly affect your green card timeline.
Check the prevailing wage before your offer letter is finalized
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your role and location through the OFLC Wage Search before PERM is filed. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that figure, so cross-check the posted wage level against your offer to avoid a PERM denial on wage grounds.
Green Card Family Medicine Physician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Family Medicine Physician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Family Medicine Physician positions qualify for EB-2 because the role requires a medical degree, which satisfies the advanced-degree requirement. EB-3 is also available if your employer files at that preference level or if you're pursuing concurrent filing. The right category depends on your credentials, your country of birth, and the current priority date chart.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal and subject to annual cap lotteries. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency with no renewal cycle once approved. For Family Medicine Physicians, EB-3 has no annual numeric cap concerns for most nationalities, and EB-2 is only backlogged for applicants born in India or China. Green card sponsorship also lets you change roles with the same employer without restarting the process after your I-140 is approved and you've used AC21 portability.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a physician employer?
The employer recruits domestically through DOL-mandated advertising, documents that no qualified U.S. worker was available, then files the PERM application with DOL. For Family Medicine Physician roles in Health Professional Shortage Areas, employers may qualify for a Schedule A waiver that bypasses the recruitment phase entirely. PERM approval triggers I-140 filing with USCIS, followed by adjustment of status or consular processing.
How do I find Family Medicine Physician jobs that sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search Family Medicine Physician openings filtered by employers with documented PERM and I-140 sponsorship history. Many employers are open to sponsorship but haven't committed to it in the job posting, so filtering by verified filing history saves significant time and avoids offers that stall at the immigration approval stage.
Can my employer file PERM if I'm already in the U.S. on a work visa?
Yes. PERM is a permanent residency process that runs separately from your current nonimmigrant status. Your employer can file PERM while you're working on H-1B, J-1 visa, or O-1 visa, and your existing visa remains valid throughout. Filing early matters because the priority date is set when PERM is submitted, and earlier filing reduces the wait if your country's visa queue is backlogged.