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OB/GYN physicians trained abroad can qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship through the EB-2 or EB-3 category. Most hospital and health system employers file PERM labor certification before submitting an I-140 petition, permanently sponsoring you for lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary visa.
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IU Health Physicians is seeking a Board-Certified OB/GYN physician to join our growing and collaborative Women's Health team at IU Health Fishers Hospital in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician to practice in a highly supportive environment focused on exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, innovation, and physician well-being.
As part of Indiana's leading healthcare system, you will provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care to a diverse and growing patient population while benefiting from strong clinical support, advanced technology, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Position Highlights
- Full-time OB/GYN Generalist position
- Shared call schedule with dedicated OB Hospitalist support
- Protected OR block time
- 24/7 in-house physician anesthesia coverage
- Opportunities to practice at outreach sites in Fishers, McCordsville, and Indianapolis
- Collaborative physician and advanced practice provider team
- Established referral network and growing patient demand
- Practice supported by a nationally recognized health system
Maternity Services
IU Health Fishers Hospital recently expanded its maternity services as part of a major campus growth initiative designed to meet the needs of one of Indiana's fastest-growing communities. Features include:
- Dedicated Labor & Delivery unit
- Special Care Nursery with Level II capabilities
- Modern patient-centered facilities
- Multidisciplinary support team focused on quality maternal and neonatal outcomes
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation with first-year income guarantee
- Productivity incentives beyond the guarantee
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
- Relocation assistance
- Forgivable loan program for eligible physicians
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; and a retirement plan with employer match.
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage from day one
QUALIFICATIONS
- MD, DO, or equivalent degree
- Completion of an accredited OB/GYN residency program
- Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Minimum of five years of OB/GYN clinical experience required
- Indiana medical license, or eligibility for Indiana licensure
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION
Fishers, Indiana is a lovely suburb of Indianapolis located just 20 minutes north and east of downtown Indianapolis. The town is a Midwest community synonymous with balancing growth and progress. While experiencing an influx of commercial and residential migration over the past 10 years with a 600 percent population growth, Fishers has maintained a sense of community with a strong history of family values and successful businesses. SmartAsset has named Fishers as one of the best suburbs to live near a large city in the United States.
- Ranked number three in the Best Places to Live in America according to Money in 2019, number eight on Livability's 2023 list of the Best Places to live in the U.S. and as one of Wallethub's top five Best Small Cities in America 2023
- The Nickel Plate District downtown boasts a growing dining scene, boutiques, attractions, and concerts at a state-of-the-art amphitheater
- Home to Conner Prairie, a living history museum that also hosts the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's summer series for Symphony on the Prairie.
- Close proximity to top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
- An education system that leads the state – Fishers High School, Hamilton Southeastern High School and New Britton Elementary School all ranked 10 out of 10 by GreatSchools.org in academics
- Ranked as the second safest city in America in 2023 by MoneyGeek
- 20 minutes to Indianapolis, and easy access to Chicago, Louisville and Cincinnati
HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/HOSPITAL DESCRIPTION
IU Health Fishers Hospital is a 44-bed hospital located in the town of Fishers, Indiana, a beautiful northwestern suburb of Indianapolis. IU Health Fishers Hospital delivers a primary focus on surgical services for cardiovascular and orthopaedics, and provides area residents with the latest advancements in medical care and treatment. The hospital offers the only 24/7 coverage for urgent heart care in the city of Fishers, and is home to the IU Health Hip and Knee Center (where more hip and knee replacements are performed than any other IU Health facility in the state).
IU Health Fishers Hospital is proud to be an integral part of the Fishers community. A leader in promoting and preserving wellness, hospital team members are eager to work in collaborative ways to help area residents lead healthier lives. Designated as a Dementia Friends facility, IU Health Fishers Hospital is the first hospital in the state to have every employee at the hospital (regardless of interaction with a patient) to have completed training in assisting and caring for patients with dementia.
Announced in 2022, the IU Health Fishers Hospital will undergo a $300 million investment to grow the campus square footage by 50%. Fifty inpatient beds will be added (including a labor and delivery unit), as well as an expansion of primary and specialty care services.
INTRODUCTION
IU Health Physicians is seeking a Board-Certified OB/GYN physician to join our growing and collaborative Women's Health team at IU Health Fishers Hospital in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician to practice in a highly supportive environment focused on exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, innovation, and physician well-being.
As part of Indiana's leading healthcare system, you will provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care to a diverse and growing patient population while benefiting from strong clinical support, advanced technology, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Position Highlights
- Full-time OB/GYN Generalist position
- Shared call schedule with dedicated OB Hospitalist support
- Protected OR block time
- 24/7 in-house physician anesthesia coverage
- Opportunities to practice at outreach sites in Fishers, McCordsville, and Indianapolis
- Collaborative physician and advanced practice provider team
- Established referral network and growing patient demand
- Practice supported by a nationally recognized health system
Maternity Services
IU Health Fishers Hospital recently expanded its maternity services as part of a major campus growth initiative designed to meet the needs of one of Indiana's fastest-growing communities. Features include:
- Dedicated Labor & Delivery unit
- Special Care Nursery with Level II capabilities
- Modern patient-centered facilities
- Multidisciplinary support team focused on quality maternal and neonatal outcomes
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation with first-year income guarantee
- Productivity incentives beyond the guarantee
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
- Relocation assistance
- Forgivable loan program for eligible physicians
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; and a retirement plan with employer match.
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage from day one
QUALIFICATIONS
- MD, DO, or equivalent degree
- Completion of an accredited OB/GYN residency program
- Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Minimum of five years of OB/GYN clinical experience required
- Indiana medical license, or eligibility for Indiana licensure
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION
Fishers, Indiana is a lovely suburb of Indianapolis located just 20 minutes north and east of downtown Indianapolis. The town is a Midwest community synonymous with balancing growth and progress. While experiencing an influx of commercial and residential migration over the past 10 years with a 600 percent population growth, Fishers has maintained a sense of community with a strong history of family values and successful businesses. SmartAsset has named Fishers as one of the best suburbs to live near a large city in the United States.
- Ranked number three in the Best Places to Live in America according to Money in 2019, number eight on Livability's 2023 list of the Best Places to live in the U.S. and as one of Wallethub's top five Best Small Cities in America 2023
- The Nickel Plate District downtown boasts a growing dining scene, boutiques, attractions, and concerts at a state-of-the-art amphitheater
- Home to Conner Prairie, a living history museum that also hosts the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's summer series for Symphony on the Prairie.
- Close proximity to top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
- An education system that leads the state – Fishers High School, Hamilton Southeastern High School and New Britton Elementary School all ranked 10 out of 10 by GreatSchools.org in academics
- Ranked as the second safest city in America in 2023 by MoneyGeek
- 20 minutes to Indianapolis, and easy access to Chicago, Louisville and Cincinnati
HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/HOSPITAL DESCRIPTION
IU Health Fishers Hospital is a 44-bed hospital located in the town of Fishers, Indiana, a beautiful northwestern suburb of Indianapolis. IU Health Fishers Hospital delivers a primary focus on surgical services for cardiovascular and orthopaedics, and provides area residents with the latest advancements in medical care and treatment. The hospital offers the only 24/7 coverage for urgent heart care in the city of Fishers, and is home to the IU Health Hip and Knee Center (where more hip and knee replacements are performed than any other IU Health facility in the state).
IU Health Fishers Hospital is proud to be an integral part of the Fishers community. A leader in promoting and preserving wellness, hospital team members are eager to work in collaborative ways to help area residents lead healthier lives. Designated as a Dementia Friends facility, IU Health Fishers Hospital is the first hospital in the state to have every employee at the hospital (regardless of interaction with a patient) to have completed training in assisting and caring for patients with dementia.
Announced in 2022, the IU Health Fishers Hospital will undergo a $300 million investment to grow the campus square footage by 50%. Fifty inpatient beds will be added (including a labor and delivery unit), as well as an expansion of primary and specialty care services.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in OB/GYN
Verify your credentials match PERM requirements
PERM requires your foreign medical degree to satisfy the minimum requirements stated in the job description. Confirm your credentials align with the role's education requirements before applying, since mismatches at this stage can invalidate the employer's entire labor certification filing.
Target hospital systems with active I-140 history
Academic medical centers and large hospital networks file I-140 petitions regularly and have established immigration counsel on retainer. Prioritize these over private solo or small group practices, which rarely have the infrastructure to manage multi-year PERM sponsorship timelines.
Search green card sponsoring OB/GYN jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history so you're only applying where sponsorship is already established. Migrate Mate surfaces this data by role and employer, removing the guesswork of cold-asking practices whether they sponsor.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 category implications
EB-2 requires demonstrating an advanced degree or its equivalent; EB-3 covers professionals with a standard medical degree and board eligibility. Your priority date and country of birth determine which category gives you a faster path to lawful permanent residency.
Negotiate PERM filing into your employment contract
Ask employers to commit to a PERM filing timeline in your offer letter, not just verbally. Without a written commitment, sponsorship can be deferred indefinitely after you start, leaving you dependent on your current visa status while the employer delays filing.
Use OFLC Wage Search before your offer negotiation
DOL's OFLC Wage Search shows the prevailing wage for OB/GYN roles by geographic area and experience level. Your employer must pay at or above this wage throughout the PERM process, so knowing the number protects you from offers that could stall your certification.
Green Card OB/GYN: Frequently Asked Questions
Do OB/GYN employers routinely sponsor green cards, or is it rare?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and federally qualified health centers routinely sponsor OB/GYNs for employment-based green cards, particularly in underserved areas where recruitment is competitive. Smaller private practices sponsor less frequently because the PERM process requires dedicated legal and HR resources. Targeting employers with existing EB-2 or EB-3 filing history is the most reliable approach.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for OB/GYN physicians?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to annual lottery caps, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. The PERM labor certification process adds 12 to 24 months before the I-140 petition, but once your priority date becomes current, you're on a path to lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
What is the PERM labor certification process for OB/GYN roles?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a supervised recruitment campaign demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the position. DOL reviews the application and, if approved, certifies the job for foreign national sponsorship. The employer then files an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf. The entire PERM-to-I-140 sequence typically takes 18 to 30 months before visa availability is considered.
How can I find OB/GYN jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter OB/GYN positions by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you can focus applications on practices and health systems that have already navigated the sponsorship process. This avoids wasting time on employers who express interest in sponsoring but lack the infrastructure or intent to follow through.
Does my country of birth affect my OB/GYN green card timeline?
Yes. Nationals of India and China face significantly longer priority date backlogs in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories due to per-country annual limits. Nationals from most other countries face far shorter waits. Checking the monthly Visa Bulletin from USCIS tells you where your priority date stands relative to current availability, which directly affects when you can file for adjustment of status.