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Physician roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where your employer files on your behalf after completing the DOL's recruitment process. Hospitals, health systems, and group practices routinely sponsor foreign-trained physicians, particularly in primary care and underserved area shortages. Permanent residency means no visa renewals, no lottery exposure, and no employer-tied nonimmigrant status.
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Pulmonary Critical Care Opportunity in Southern Tier New York Southern Tier Pulmonary, LLC (STP) is seeking a Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician to join its team of five pulmonologists.
STP is a privately owned Out-Patient Pulmonary/Critical care Medicine practice. Our practice has been providing pulmonary care to the Southern Tier since 2006, we work in close collaboration with UHS hospitals and are located physically adjacent to the UHS Wilson campus. United Health Services Hospitals is a not-for-profit organization, located in the Southern Tier of Upstate New York. Hospitals employ more than 6,300 people. As a teaching hospital, affiliated with the SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY and the Binghamton University Health Sciences Center, United Health Services Hospitals trains over 100 physicians per year in residency and fellowship programs.
Requirements:
- Board certified/eligible for pulmonary/critical care
- Open to J1 and H1B visa candidates
Annual Compensation Range:
$450,000 - $475,000
Position Highlights - Pulmonary & Critical Care:
- Private Practice with a short partnership track of 1 year without any Buy-in. First year salary is guaranteed and after that is a Collection based Model.
- Mix of inpatient and outpatient - Monday to Friday schedule for Pulmonary Clinic and Rotating schedule for the ICU (one week a month)
- Internal Medicine residency - Opportunity to teach and get involved in the faculty and have resident support during day and night.
- 100K+ patient draw
- Established EBUS and Super-D Navigational bronchoscopy program with plan to upgrade to Robotic bronchoscopy
- Comprehensive health plan, malpractice coverage and Retirement plans
Community Highlights:
- University town with Binghamton University campus
- A city with boundless opportunities, vibrant shopping, unique dining, and a bustling downtown music scene
- Small-town charm with big-city events and ample recreation for hiking, biking, fishing
- Excellent cost of living and a wonderful place to start/raise a family
- Quick access to Finger Lakes
- Greater Binghamton airport is about 20 minutes away
Salary:
$450,000 - $476,000
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
Position Overview
Pulmonary Critical Care Opportunity in Southern Tier New York Southern Tier Pulmonary, LLC (STP) is seeking a Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician to join its team of five pulmonologists.
STP is a privately owned Out-Patient Pulmonary/Critical care Medicine practice. Our practice has been providing pulmonary care to the Southern Tier since 2006, we work in close collaboration with UHS hospitals and are located physically adjacent to the UHS Wilson campus. United Health Services Hospitals is a not-for-profit organization, located in the Southern Tier of Upstate New York. Hospitals employ more than 6,300 people. As a teaching hospital, affiliated with the SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY and the Binghamton University Health Sciences Center, United Health Services Hospitals trains over 100 physicians per year in residency and fellowship programs.
Requirements:
- Board certified/eligible for pulmonary/critical care
- Open to J1 and H1B visa candidates
Annual Compensation Range:
$450,000 - $475,000
Position Highlights - Pulmonary & Critical Care:
- Private Practice with a short partnership track of 1 year without any Buy-in. First year salary is guaranteed and after that is a Collection based Model.
- Mix of inpatient and outpatient - Monday to Friday schedule for Pulmonary Clinic and Rotating schedule for the ICU (one week a month)
- Internal Medicine residency - Opportunity to teach and get involved in the faculty and have resident support during day and night.
- 100K+ patient draw
- Established EBUS and Super-D Navigational bronchoscopy program with plan to upgrade to Robotic bronchoscopy
- Comprehensive health plan, malpractice coverage and Retirement plans
Community Highlights:
- University town with Binghamton University campus
- A city with boundless opportunities, vibrant shopping, unique dining, and a bustling downtown music scene
- Small-town charm with big-city events and ample recreation for hiking, biking, fishing
- Excellent cost of living and a wonderful place to start/raise a family
- Quick access to Finger Lakes
- Greater Binghamton airport is about 20 minutes away
Salary:
$450,000 - $476,000
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Physician
Verify your medical credentials meet USCIS standards
Foreign medical degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before your employer files the I-140. Obtain an Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates credential report and confirm your residency completion documents are in order before starting the PERM process.
Target hospitals in Health Professional Shortage Areas
Facilities in federally designated shortage areas have stronger documented recruitment need, which strengthens the PERM application and can accelerate DOL review. Geographic targeting based on shortage designations is a practical filter that most applicants overlook when building their search list.
Search green-card-sponsoring physician employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter physician roles by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Seeing which health systems have completed PERM filings for physicians cuts your employer research time significantly.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 track with your prospective employer
Physician roles typically qualify under both categories, but the employer controls which track they file. EB-2 requires the position to specify an advanced degree; EB-3 covers professional roles. Your priority date wait time depends on which category is filed and your country of birth.
Request the PERM timeline upfront before accepting an offer
PERM labor certification currently takes many months at DOL before the I-140 can be filed. Ask the employer at the offer stage whether they use a dedicated immigration counsel and whether PERM recruitment has already started, since some hospital systems initiate it before extending an offer.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to validate your offered salary
Your employer's PERM filing must certify the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your specialty and location. Pull the OFLC Wage Search yourself before negotiations close to confirm the offer clears DOL's wage floor for your specific SOC code and experience level.
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Find Physician JobsPhysician Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do physician roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most physician positions qualify under both EB-2 and EB-3, depending on how the employer structures the job requirements. EB-2 applies when the role specifies a master's-level or doctoral-level degree, which a medical degree satisfies. EB-3 covers professional roles requiring a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Your employer and their immigration counsel typically decide which category fits the position before filing PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for physicians?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal and tied to a specific employer, with an annual lottery for most cap-subject petitions. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is a permanent pathway with no lottery at the EB-3 level and no recurring renewals once you receive your card. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and adjustment of status take considerably longer than an initial H-1B approval, often multiple years depending on your country of birth.
What is the PERM labor certification process for a physician employer?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign proving no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. This includes specific advertising steps, documentation of all applicants considered, and a prevailing wage determination from DOL. Once DOL certifies the PERM application, the employer files the I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf. The entire sequence must be completed before you can file for adjustment of status.
Can I find physician employers who already sponsor green cards?
Yes. Migrate Mate lets you search physician roles specifically filtered by employers with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on health systems and hospitals that have already completed PERM filings for physicians rather than approaching employers unfamiliar with the process.
Does having J-1 waiver obligations affect my green card sponsorship eligibility?
If you completed a J-1 residency or fellowship, you may be subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement before changing to most nonimmigrant statuses or adjusting to permanent residence. A J-1 waiver, often obtained through a Conrad 30 state health department program or a federal agency, removes that requirement. Your employer's immigration counsel should confirm your waiver status is resolved before initiating the PERM process.
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