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Obstetrician/gynecologist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to test the U.S. labor market before filing an I-140 petition on your behalf. Board certification, residency training, and state medical licensure all factor into how employers structure your sponsorship pathway.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Physician - Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OB/GYN)
Requisition Number: FE04918
Department Name: 7H501:OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY - GENERALIST
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education:
MD, DO or equivalent
Required Related Experience:
Completion of residency in OB/GYN
Required License/Registration/Certification:
Eligibility for or current medical license in the state of Kentucky
Board certified or eligibility 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 physician to join the General Obstetrics-Gynecology Division for a full-time faculty position in Lexington, KY. Responsibilities of this position include inpatient and outpatient case management, gynecological surgery, labor and delivery coverage, and participation in teaching activities with residents, interns, and medical students. Development and participation in research activities and involvement in hospital and university committees is strongly encouraged.
Special interest in Comprehensive Women’s Health, Maternity Care, midlife health, or pediatric and adolescent gynecology is sought. Experience in teaching and supervising medical students and resident physicians is desirable. Applicants should also have an interest in clinical care and research. A competitive salary and benefits package is being offered.
Please include a CV along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience:
Preferred experience in teaching and supervising medical students
Deadline to Apply:
Open Until Filled: Yes
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: FE04918
Department Name: 7H501:OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY - GENERALIST
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education:
MD, DO or equivalent
Required Related Experience:
Completion of residency in OB/GYN
Required License/Registration/Certification:
Eligibility for or current medical license in the state of Kentucky
Board certified or eligibility 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 physician to join the General Obstetrics-Gynecology Division for a full-time faculty position in Lexington, KY. Responsibilities of this position include inpatient and outpatient case management, gynecological surgery, labor and delivery coverage, and participation in teaching activities with residents, interns, and medical students. Development and participation in research activities and involvement in hospital and university committees is strongly encouraged.
Special interest in Comprehensive Women’s Health, Maternity Care, midlife health, or pediatric and adolescent gynecology is sought. Experience in teaching and supervising medical students and resident physicians is desirable. Applicants should also have an interest in clinical care and research. A competitive salary and benefits package is being offered.
Please include a CV along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience:
Preferred experience in teaching and supervising medical students
Deadline to Apply:
Open Until Filled: Yes
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/Gynecologist
Verify your credentials translate for PERM
Foreign medical degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before PERM can proceed. Credential evaluation reports from USCIS-recognized organizations need to confirm your degree meets the specialty occupation standard for OB/GYN roles.
Target hospital systems with established sponsorship infrastructure
Large health systems and academic medical centers file PERM petitions regularly and have immigration counsel on retainer. OB/GYN shortages in rural and underserved areas mean these employers often initiate sponsorship faster than urban private practices.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter OB/GYN job listings by employers with green card sponsorship history. This narrows your search to hospitals and health systems actively filing PERM petitions, saving time you'd otherwise spend asking employers directly.
Understand the PERM prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your OB/GYN role and location. Cross-check the wage level in your offer letter against the OFLC Wage Search before signing, since underpayment can invalidate your PERM application.
Clarify which EB category your employer intends to file
EB-2 requires your role to demand an advanced degree, while EB-3 covers physicians meeting standard degree requirements. Ask the employer's immigration attorney which category applies to your position before the PERM recruitment phase begins.
Time your state medical license to avoid PERM delays
PERM requires you to meet all stated job requirements at the time of filing, including licensure. If your state license is pending, work with your employer to align the filing date so USCIS doesn't see a gap between your qualifications and the job description.
Green Card Obstetrician/Gynecologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an OB/GYN role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on how the employer defines the position. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or your credentials warrant it. EB-3 covers physicians meeting standard degree requirements. Your employer's immigration attorney determines the category during the PERM labor certification process, which precedes the I-140 petition filing.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for physicians?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work period. There's no annual lottery and no cap concern at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year before USCIS even adjudicates your I-140, whereas H-1B visa status can begin in months.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for an OB/GYN employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available for the OB/GYN position. This includes job postings, SWA advertisements, and internal postings. If recruitment results support the application, the employer files ETA Form 9089 with DOL. Audit rates for physician roles are elevated, so documentation must be thorough.
Where can I find OB/GYN jobs where the employer is already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search OB/GYN listings filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Starting with employers who have filed PERM petitions before reduces the time spent in initial conversations and connects you with health systems that already have immigration processes in place.
Can I start working while my green card application is pending?
Yes, in most cases. If you're already in the U.S. on a valid work visa such as H-1B or J-1 visa, you can continue working under that status while your PERM and I-140 are processed. Once your priority date becomes current, you can file for adjustment of status and request an Employment Authorization Document through USCIS to maintain work authorization independently.