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Family Physician roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which certifies no qualified U.S. worker is available before your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition. Health systems, federally qualified health centers, and multispecialty groups regularly sponsor foreign-trained physicians for permanent residency.
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United Health Services (UHS) is seeking an excellent physician for a clinic on the campus of a critical-access hospital, on the western edge of the Catskills, in beautiful Walton, New York.
This traditional inpatient/outpatient practice is set in a friendly town where your patients are your neighbors. A strong sense of community is fostered and treasured. The primary care practice consists of family medicine physicians, advance practice providers and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Multiple outpatient specialties available on-site. The practice is located adjacent to the hospital — a 25-bed medical and short-term rehab unit, with a 24/7 Emergency Department. Ancillary services available on site include: lab, cardiopulmonary and imaging services. Both inpatient and outpatient PT, OT, speech, cardiac and pulmonary rehab. On-site outpatient pharmacy. Call: One week approximately every two months for the primary care practice only. Competitive salary guaranteed and full benefits, CME stipend, vacation and paid occurrence-based malpractice.
Must be board eligible or certified.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Primary Care Walton
Annual Compensation Range:
$275,240 - $344,100
Must have completed an ACGME accredited residency program.
Accepting J1 and H1B candidates.
UHS is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization operating 500 beds: Wilson Memorial Regional Medical Center (the area’s Level II Trauma Center), Binghamton General Hospital, Chenango Memorial Hospital, Delaware Valley Hospital, Professional Home Care. Teaching opportunities are available with the UHS Family Practice and Internal Medicine residents, Endocrinology, Geriatrics and Sports Medicine fellows, transitional year students, as well as 3rd and 4th year medical students on rotation from Upstate Medical University.
Salary Range: $275,240 - $344,100 Annually
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Overview
United Health Services (UHS) is seeking an excellent physician for a clinic on the campus of a critical-access hospital, on the western edge of the Catskills, in beautiful Walton, New York.
This traditional inpatient/outpatient practice is set in a friendly town where your patients are your neighbors. A strong sense of community is fostered and treasured. The primary care practice consists of family medicine physicians, advance practice providers and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Multiple outpatient specialties available on-site. The practice is located adjacent to the hospital — a 25-bed medical and short-term rehab unit, with a 24/7 Emergency Department. Ancillary services available on site include: lab, cardiopulmonary and imaging services. Both inpatient and outpatient PT, OT, speech, cardiac and pulmonary rehab. On-site outpatient pharmacy. Call: One week approximately every two months for the primary care practice only. Competitive salary guaranteed and full benefits, CME stipend, vacation and paid occurrence-based malpractice.
Must be board eligible or certified.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Primary Care Walton
Annual Compensation Range:
$275,240 - $344,100
Must have completed an ACGME accredited residency program.
Accepting J1 and H1B candidates.
UHS is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization operating 500 beds: Wilson Memorial Regional Medical Center (the area’s Level II Trauma Center), Binghamton General Hospital, Chenango Memorial Hospital, Delaware Valley Hospital, Professional Home Care. Teaching opportunities are available with the UHS Family Practice and Internal Medicine residents, Endocrinology, Geriatrics and Sports Medicine fellows, transitional year students, as well as 3rd and 4th year medical students on rotation from Upstate Medical University.
Salary Range: $275,240 - $344,100 Annually
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Family Physician
Verify your medical credentials early
PERM requires your foreign medical degree and any postgraduate training to align with the job description your employer files. Get ECFMG certification and state licensure squared away before your employer initiates the labor market test, or the DOL audit process stalls your case.
Target health systems with J-1 waiver history
Employers who have previously sponsored J-1 visa waiver physicians through the Conrad 30 program already understand PERM timelines and prevailing-wage obligations. Those organizations are far more likely to commit to the multi-year green card process than practices new to immigration sponsorship.
Check your EB-2 versus EB-3 placement carefully
Most Family Physician roles qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals, but your employer can also file EB-3 as a fallback. For physicians born in India or China, EB-3 priority dates may actually move faster at certain points, so track the Visa Bulletin monthly.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating salary
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area. Pull the OFLC Wage Search figures for Family Physician roles in your target city before finalizing your offer letter, so your employer files a legally compliant LCA from day one.
Search Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Most job postings don't advertise green card sponsorship explicitly. Migrate Mate filters Family Physician roles by employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're targeting organizations that have already committed to sponsoring foreign physicians rather than asking cold.
Negotiate who pays PERM and I-140 fees
PERM filing is the employer's legal obligation, but I-140 and attorney fees are often negotiable in your employment contract. Clarify in writing which costs the employer covers before signing, since USCIS prohibits the beneficiary from paying certain petition fees directly.
Green Card Family Physician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Family Physician roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Family Physician positions typically qualify under EB-2, since the role normally requires a medical degree and completion of a residency program, meeting the advanced-degree standard. EB-3 is also available as a skilled-worker category. Your employer's attorney selects the category based on the job requirements stated in the PERM labor certification filing.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for physicians?
Green card sponsorship through PERM targets permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and EB-3 filings are not subject to an annual lottery. The process takes longer overall, typically three to five years from PERM filing to a green card for most countries, but it removes the recurring renewal risk and quota uncertainty that physicians on H-1B visa face each cap season.
What is the PERM labor certification process for a Family Physician role?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign demonstrating no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. For physicians, the employer posts the role, documents applicant outcomes, and files Form 9089 with the DOL. Analyst review at the DOL currently takes well over a year, so starting PERM early in your employment relationship is critical.
How can I find Family Physician jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most physician job postings don't specify green card sponsorship in the listing itself. Migrate Mate surfaces Family Physician roles by filtering for employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, letting you target health systems and group practices that have already sponsored foreign physicians rather than guessing at willingness during the interview process.
Can a J-1 waiver physician pursue a green card through the same employer?
Yes. Physicians who complete a J-1 waiver service obligation, typically three years in an underserved area, can have their employer file PERM and an I-140 on their behalf once the service period ends. The waiver employment itself satisfies DOL labor market test requirements in many cases, and USCIS processes the immigrant petition separately from the waiver program.