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OB/GYN Physician 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 petition. Hospital systems, academic medical centers, and community health organizations in underserved areas regularly sponsor foreign-trained OB/GYNs for permanent residency.
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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 as an OB/GYN Physician
Verify your medical credentials transfer correctly
Foreign medical degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before PERM filing begins. Confirm your primary source verification is complete with ECFMG and that your residency training is documented in a format USCIS accepts for EB-2 advanced-degree classification.
Target federally designated shortage areas first
Hospitals and clinics in Health Professional Shortage Areas or Medically Underserved Areas often have standing recruitment needs that simplify the DOL PERM labor market test, since demonstrating a shortage of qualified U.S. workers is more straightforward in these locations.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter for OB/GYN Physician roles at employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have already navigated green card sponsorship for physicians, which shortens your due diligence on whether a prospective employer will commit to the process.
Clarify concurrent filing eligibility before accepting an offer
If your priority date is current or your country of chargeability has no significant backlog, your employer may file the I-140 and I-485 concurrently, letting you start work authorization adjustments earlier. Confirm this with the employer's immigration counsel before signing.
Understand how prevailing wage determinations affect your offer
Your employer must submit a prevailing wage request to OFLC before filing PERM. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level II or Level III wage for your SOC code and geographic area so you can negotiate an offer that meets DOL requirements without renegotiation mid-process.
Request a clear sponsorship timeline commitment in writing
PERM labor certification, I-140 adjudication, and adjustment of status can span several years. Ask prospective employers to outline their standard sponsorship timeline and whether they use premium processing for I-140, so you can plan your status continuity without gaps in work authorization.
Green Card OB/GYN Physician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do OB/GYN Physician roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
OB/GYN Physician positions can qualify under both EB-2 and EB-3, depending on how the employer defines the role's minimum requirements. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree beyond an MD, such as a fellowship or subspecialty training. EB-3 applies to roles requiring a standard professional degree. Most hospital-sponsored OB/GYN petitions are filed under EB-2 because the MD itself satisfies the advanced-degree standard.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a physician?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, with no annual cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries and no biennial renewal requirement. H-1B visa is temporary and subject to the annual lottery for most new petitions. The PERM process is more documentation-intensive and typically takes longer to initiate, but it provides a path that does not expire and does not depend on lottery selection.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-mandated recruitment campaign, including job postings, to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the OB/GYN Physician role. DOL then reviews the application and either certifies or audits it. The employer files the certified PERM with USCIS alongside the I-140 petition. The entire sequence typically takes one to two years before your priority date is established.
How do I find OB/GYN Physician jobs where employers are already willing to sponsor a green card?
Search for OB/GYN Physician positions on Migrate Mate, which filters roles by employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history. This lets you focus your applications on organizations that have already committed to sponsoring foreign physicians rather than spending time vetting employers who may decline once an offer is extended.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved without losing my priority date?
Yes. Under AC21 portability rules, if your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, you can change to a same or similar OB/GYN Physician role with a new employer and retain your original priority date. The new role must fall within the same SOC occupational category. Notify USCIS of the change by filing an amended I-485 with supporting documentation from the new employer.