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Obstetrician 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. U.S. hospital systems and academic medical centers routinely sponsor foreign-trained OB physicians for permanent residency, making this one of the more accessible physician pathways to a green card.
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(Open Rank Faculty)
Hiring Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Location: Chicago, IL
Requisition ID: 1042765
Posting Close Date: October 30, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $220,000 to $240,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), in a joint hire with UI Health Mile Square, is seeking a full-time General Obstetrician and Gynecologist (Open Rank Faculty). This position combines clinical service with UI Health's commitment to community health through its FQHC network.
The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care across various settings, with a specific focus on ambulatory services within the Mile Square health centers. They will participate in the education of medical students and residents and contribute to departmental service and quality improvement initiatives. Faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality, equitable care to a diverse patient population and to support the academic mission of UIC through clinical excellence, teaching, and scholarly activity.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide full-scope obstetric and gynecologic care, including outpatient services, inpatient obstetrical care, and gynecologic surgery.
- Serve as a core provider within the UI Health Mile Square network, dedicating approximately 60% of clinical effort to ambulatory care at the Englewood and Auburn Gresham sites.
- Provide in-house Labor and Delivery and Obstetrical Emergency Room coverage.
- Supervise, teach, and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical and educational settings.
- Participate in departmental educational activities, including didactic sessions, case conferences, and simulation training.
- Serve on departmental and institutional committees as nominated by Department leadership.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Medical Doctor (MD) degree or equivalent.
- Board certified or board eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois.
Review of candidates will begin immediately. For fullest consideration, submit CV, cover letter, and names of three references directly on our site.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Obstetrician and Gynecologist
(Open Rank Faculty)
Hiring Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Location: Chicago, IL
Requisition ID: 1042765
Posting Close Date: October 30, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $220,000 to $240,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), in a joint hire with UI Health Mile Square, is seeking a full-time General Obstetrician and Gynecologist (Open Rank Faculty). This position combines clinical service with UI Health's commitment to community health through its FQHC network.
The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care across various settings, with a specific focus on ambulatory services within the Mile Square health centers. They will participate in the education of medical students and residents and contribute to departmental service and quality improvement initiatives. Faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality, equitable care to a diverse patient population and to support the academic mission of UIC through clinical excellence, teaching, and scholarly activity.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide full-scope obstetric and gynecologic care, including outpatient services, inpatient obstetrical care, and gynecologic surgery.
- Serve as a core provider within the UI Health Mile Square network, dedicating approximately 60% of clinical effort to ambulatory care at the Englewood and Auburn Gresham sites.
- Provide in-house Labor and Delivery and Obstetrical Emergency Room coverage.
- Supervise, teach, and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical and educational settings.
- Participate in departmental educational activities, including didactic sessions, case conferences, and simulation training.
- Serve on departmental and institutional committees as nominated by Department leadership.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Medical Doctor (MD) degree or equivalent.
- Board certified or board eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois.
Review of candidates will begin immediately. For fullest consideration, submit CV, cover letter, and names of three references directly on our site.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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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.