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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Physician - Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OB/GYN)
Requisition Number: FE05013
Department Name: 7H511: OB-GYN/GEORGETOWN
Work Location: Georgetown, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
M.D or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Completion of residency in OB/GYN
Required License/Registration/Certification
Eligible for, or currently licensed, to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky
Board Certified/Board Eligible in OB/GYN
Job Summary
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible general OBGYN for a full-time position at the UK Women’s Georgetown OBGYN Practice and Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown, Kentucky. Major responsibilities of this position include comprehensive Obstetrics and Gynecology practice and participation in teaching activities with medical students. Development and participation in educational and community activities and involvement in hospital and university committees is strongly encouraged. Experience and enthusiasm in teaching and supervising medical students is desirable. A competitive salary and benefits package is being offered, and opportunities for faculty development are available and encouraged. Job responsibilities include:
- Building a comprehensive OB/GYN clinical practice. Expectation is for nine half-days per week of clinical practice with some combination of Clinic, Operating room-surgery, and Labor and Delivery.
- Night, weekend, and holiday call will be shared equally among the UK Georgetown practice and UKHC faculty.
- Excellence in Clinical teaching with medical students and potentially other health care students is expected. In addition, working in partnership with UKCOM and the OBGYN Clerkship Director to build a strong educational clinical site for the UKCOM OBGYN-clerkship.
The UK College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology is a strong, multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing Kentucky health care together. Our department encompasses 47 faculty members, 30 Advanced Practice Providers, and more than 225 learners.
UK HealthCare’s Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) specialty ranked No. 28 in the nation in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. This marks the third consecutive year our program has been recognized as a top national specialty, reflecting the continued dedication of our faculty, staff, and care teams to excellence in women’s health.
The Joint Commission’s Maternal Levels of Care (MLC) Verification program, offered in collaboration with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), named UK HealthCare as a Level IV maternal care verified facility. As a Level IV facility, UK HealthCare provides expert and compassionate care for critically ill and high-risk maternity patients. The MLC Verification program provides an objective assessment of a facility’s capabilities, and verifies that a hospital has the expertise, equipment, and resources in place for a patient’s specific needs and risk level. As a top hospital in Kentucky, UK HealthCare provides the highest level of maternity care and receives patients from other hospitals who have high-risk pregnancies or experience complications during labor. UK HealthCare underwent a comprehensive onsite review in early 2025 to verify the level of care provided.
Each year, providers in the department care for thousands of patients across several clinical sites around the state. Currently, the department offers outreach services in ovarian cancer screening, gynecologic oncology, general gynecology, and high-risk obstetrics at more than 24 locations throughout the state. Additionally, 22 new sites are in the planning stages, with some current locations adding more clinic days to better serve patients. The department trains 28 residents and fellows across ACGME accredited programs, while also contributing to the education of medical students and graduate trainees.
Faculty secure over $75 million in grant funding annually to pursue cutting-edge research and discoveries. Our research division offers a dynamic and collaborative environment spanning three key areas of women’s health: reproductive endocrinology and infertility, gynecologic oncology, and maternal fetal medicine. Our research team explores critical questions in ovarian function, hormone regulation, inflammation, and the impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals. We also lead epidemiologic investigations into the health effects of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and related adverse outcomes—bridging science with real-world health challenges. With longstanding support from federal agencies such as the NIH and CDC, and a strong record of publication in leading medical and scientific journals, our work reflects a commitment to high-impact, translational research.
The University of Kentucky plays a major role in commerce and culture. As an SEC school, the university boasts one of the most unique and competitive collegiate sports teams in the nation. Georgetown and Lexington combine safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, an affordable cost of living, and a vibrant community that appeals to individuals, couples, and families. Louisville and Cincinnati are a little over an hour’s drive and complement Georgetown and Lexington as larger, vibrant cities with many cultural and recreational opportunities year round.
Please include an updated CV when applying for the position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preferred experience in teaching or supervising medical students
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Physician - Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OB/GYN)
Requisition Number: FE05013
Department Name: 7H511: OB-GYN/GEORGETOWN
Work Location: Georgetown, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
M.D or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Completion of residency in OB/GYN
Required License/Registration/Certification
Eligible for, or currently licensed, to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky
Board Certified/Board Eligible in OB/GYN
Job Summary
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible general OBGYN for a full-time position at the UK Women’s Georgetown OBGYN Practice and Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown, Kentucky. Major responsibilities of this position include comprehensive Obstetrics and Gynecology practice and participation in teaching activities with medical students. Development and participation in educational and community activities and involvement in hospital and university committees is strongly encouraged. Experience and enthusiasm in teaching and supervising medical students is desirable. A competitive salary and benefits package is being offered, and opportunities for faculty development are available and encouraged. Job responsibilities include:
- Building a comprehensive OB/GYN clinical practice. Expectation is for nine half-days per week of clinical practice with some combination of Clinic, Operating room-surgery, and Labor and Delivery.
- Night, weekend, and holiday call will be shared equally among the UK Georgetown practice and UKHC faculty.
- Excellence in Clinical teaching with medical students and potentially other health care students is expected. In addition, working in partnership with UKCOM and the OBGYN Clerkship Director to build a strong educational clinical site for the UKCOM OBGYN-clerkship.
The UK College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology is a strong, multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing Kentucky health care together. Our department encompasses 47 faculty members, 30 Advanced Practice Providers, and more than 225 learners.
UK HealthCare’s Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) specialty ranked No. 28 in the nation in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. This marks the third consecutive year our program has been recognized as a top national specialty, reflecting the continued dedication of our faculty, staff, and care teams to excellence in women’s health.
The Joint Commission’s Maternal Levels of Care (MLC) Verification program, offered in collaboration with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), named UK HealthCare as a Level IV maternal care verified facility. As a Level IV facility, UK HealthCare provides expert and compassionate care for critically ill and high-risk maternity patients. The MLC Verification program provides an objective assessment of a facility’s capabilities, and verifies that a hospital has the expertise, equipment, and resources in place for a patient’s specific needs and risk level. As a top hospital in Kentucky, UK HealthCare provides the highest level of maternity care and receives patients from other hospitals who have high-risk pregnancies or experience complications during labor. UK HealthCare underwent a comprehensive onsite review in early 2025 to verify the level of care provided.
Each year, providers in the department care for thousands of patients across several clinical sites around the state. Currently, the department offers outreach services in ovarian cancer screening, gynecologic oncology, general gynecology, and high-risk obstetrics at more than 24 locations throughout the state. Additionally, 22 new sites are in the planning stages, with some current locations adding more clinic days to better serve patients. The department trains 28 residents and fellows across ACGME accredited programs, while also contributing to the education of medical students and graduate trainees.
Faculty secure over $75 million in grant funding annually to pursue cutting-edge research and discoveries. Our research division offers a dynamic and collaborative environment spanning three key areas of women’s health: reproductive endocrinology and infertility, gynecologic oncology, and maternal fetal medicine. Our research team explores critical questions in ovarian function, hormone regulation, inflammation, and the impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals. We also lead epidemiologic investigations into the health effects of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and related adverse outcomes—bridging science with real-world health challenges. With longstanding support from federal agencies such as the NIH and CDC, and a strong record of publication in leading medical and scientific journals, our work reflects a commitment to high-impact, translational research.
The University of Kentucky plays a major role in commerce and culture. As an SEC school, the university boasts one of the most unique and competitive collegiate sports teams in the nation. Georgetown and Lexington combine safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, an affordable cost of living, and a vibrant community that appeals to individuals, couples, and families. Louisville and Cincinnati are a little over an hour’s drive and complement Georgetown and Lexington as larger, vibrant cities with many cultural and recreational opportunities year round.
Please include an updated CV when applying for the position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Preferred experience in teaching or supervising medical students
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Obstetrician
Verify your medical credentials before applying
USCIS requires foreign-trained physicians to hold a valid ECFMG certificate and a full, unrestricted state medical license. Confirm these are current and match the exact jurisdiction where the sponsoring employer operates before any PERM filing begins.
Target health shortage areas for faster sponsorship
Hospitals in Health Professional Shortage Areas often have stronger PERM justifications and fewer recruitment advertising hurdles. OB roles in rural systems and federally qualified health centers frequently move through the prevailing-wage determination and labor certification stages with less friction.
Search for employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Obstetrician roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history. Focusing on institutions that have filed PERM applications for physicians before cuts your timeline research down significantly.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier in your offer letter
DOL assigns prevailing wages at four levels for PERM filings. Ask HR which wage level your offer reflects and verify it against the OFLC Wage Search tool for your metro area, since a Level I or II classification can trigger a DOL audit on the labor certification.
Negotiate PERM filing timelines into your contract
Some hospital systems delay PERM filing until after a lengthy probationary period. Build a specific filing-start date into your employment contract so your employer begins the recruitment advertising and prevailing-wage determination within your first year of employment.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 placement for your case
Obstetricians with a U.S. board certification or a subspecialty fellowship typically qualify for EB-2, which can shorten wait times for nationals of oversubscribed countries. Ask your employer's immigration counsel to evaluate both categories before PERM is filed.
Green Card Obstetrician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Obstetrician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Obstetricians qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3 depending on the position requirements your employer defines in the PERM filing. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree beyond the basic M.D., such as a fellowship-level subspecialty. EB-3 covers standard OB physician roles requiring a professional degree. Your employer's legal counsel determines the category before the labor certification is filed with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Obstetricians?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a six-year cap that requires annual renewal and is subject to lottery selection for most cap-subject employers. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no annual cap lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and I-140 adjudication typically take 18 to 36 months before an immigrant visa becomes available, depending on your country of birth.
How can I find hospitals that sponsor Obstetricians for green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Obstetrician roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Not all hospital systems advertise PERM willingness in job postings, so filtering by actual sponsorship activity rather than job title alone saves significant outreach time and focuses your search on institutions already experienced with the PERM and I-140 process.
What documents does a foreign-trained Obstetrician need for PERM filing?
Your employer drives the PERM filing, but you'll need to supply a valid ECFMG certificate, copies of your medical degree and residency completion documentation, your unrestricted state medical license for the state where you'll practice, and any J-1 visa waiver approval if you completed a J-1 residency. DOL requires the employer to match your actual qualifications against the job requirements defined in the PERM application.
Can an Obstetrician on a J-1 waiver pursue green card sponsorship?
Yes, but the J-1 waiver service obligation period must be completed before or run concurrently with PERM filing in most cases. Conrad 30 waivers and Appalachian Regional Commission waivers both allow employment in underserved areas, and many of those sponsoring facilities are willing to initiate PERM during your service period. Confirm with the sponsoring employer whether their immigration policy permits concurrent J-1 service and PERM processing.