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Urologist roles at U.S. hospitals and academic medical centers frequently qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers file on your behalf, certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Board certification, residency training, and subspecialty credentials all strengthen your sponsorship profile.
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PeaceHealth Medical Group is seeking a BE/BC Urologist as we expand our new Urology service line at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington (Portland metro area).
Why you’ll love the practice:
- Join five Urologists (including a UroGyn) and a PA, well-supported by administration.
- Brand new clinic space with the Cadillac of equipment.
- Join a team multispecialty group with established general and bariatric surgeons and advanced practice clinicians as well as a breast surgeon, vascular surgeons, trauma surgeons and OB/GYN. PeaceHealth also has a strong primary care base.
- PHMG has multiple specialties that have patients requiring reconstructive plastic surgery services. This includes but is not limited to breast surgery, bariatric surgery, trauma surgery, ENT, and dermatology.
- DaVinci Xi robots.
- Epic EMR.
Why you’ll love Vancouver:
- Vancouver is a robust, independent city with over 160,000 residents and is the largest suburb of Portland, Oregon.
- Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy quick access to the Pacific Ocean, Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and never-ending recreational activities of the Pacific Northwest. We are home to some of the world’s best mountain biking and wind-surfing locales.
- Nationally recognized farm-to-table cuisine, craft microbreweries, and gourmet coffeehouses.
- A thriving arts, theater, and music scene and our 26 colleges and universities attract renowned authors, performers, and speakers.
- Washington State does not have a personal income tax.
Hospital Highlights:
- PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is a 450-bed Level II trauma center and regional community referral center. The Emergency Department is the busiest in Southwest Washington, caring for over 80,000 patients annually.
- Our integrated physician-led medical group has over 1,000 active medical providers with most specialty services represented. PeaceHealth.
PeaceHealth has a clinician well-being program that includes:
- A dedicated medical director of clinician wellness
- Vendor relationships that provide free coaching, counseling, and concierge services
- Practice experience program (PEP), longitudinal New Clinician Education and Clinician Leadership Development programs that focus on efficiency principles, patient, and human experience, and include CME credits
- DAX – An ambient intelligent scribe solution to assists with completing ambulatory notes
We also offer:
- Competitive compensation plus bonus and relocation assistance
- First year salary guarantee: $560,601
- CME reimbursement
- Fully paid malpractice insurance
- Exceptional health coverage options and retirement plans
- Education loan reimbursement (to those who qualify)
If this opportunity resonates with you, reach out for more information:
Brian Rasmussen, Recruiter: [email protected]
PeaceHealth’s community of health care professionals in the Vancouver area include PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, a 450-bed tertiary-level hospital with complete services, and PeaceHealth Medical Group, a multi-specialty group serving communities throughout Clark County.
Qualifications
- Accredited School of Medicine Required
- Required: completion of Internship/Residency Program in area of specialty
- Required: Licensed to practice as a physician in the State, and board certified or board eligible
- Required: Drug Enforcement Admin Federal Number
- Required: CPR, BLS, and ACLS or PALS during onboarding process
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
PeaceHealth has exceptional benefits.
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Description
PeaceHealth Medical Group is seeking a BE/BC Urologist as we expand our new Urology service line at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington (Portland metro area).
Why you’ll love the practice:
- Join five Urologists (including a UroGyn) and a PA, well-supported by administration.
- Brand new clinic space with the Cadillac of equipment.
- Join a team multispecialty group with established general and bariatric surgeons and advanced practice clinicians as well as a breast surgeon, vascular surgeons, trauma surgeons and OB/GYN. PeaceHealth also has a strong primary care base.
- PHMG has multiple specialties that have patients requiring reconstructive plastic surgery services. This includes but is not limited to breast surgery, bariatric surgery, trauma surgery, ENT, and dermatology.
- DaVinci Xi robots.
- Epic EMR.
Why you’ll love Vancouver:
- Vancouver is a robust, independent city with over 160,000 residents and is the largest suburb of Portland, Oregon.
- Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy quick access to the Pacific Ocean, Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and never-ending recreational activities of the Pacific Northwest. We are home to some of the world’s best mountain biking and wind-surfing locales.
- Nationally recognized farm-to-table cuisine, craft microbreweries, and gourmet coffeehouses.
- A thriving arts, theater, and music scene and our 26 colleges and universities attract renowned authors, performers, and speakers.
- Washington State does not have a personal income tax.
Hospital Highlights:
- PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is a 450-bed Level II trauma center and regional community referral center. The Emergency Department is the busiest in Southwest Washington, caring for over 80,000 patients annually.
- Our integrated physician-led medical group has over 1,000 active medical providers with most specialty services represented. PeaceHealth.
PeaceHealth has a clinician well-being program that includes:
- A dedicated medical director of clinician wellness
- Vendor relationships that provide free coaching, counseling, and concierge services
- Practice experience program (PEP), longitudinal New Clinician Education and Clinician Leadership Development programs that focus on efficiency principles, patient, and human experience, and include CME credits
- DAX – An ambient intelligent scribe solution to assists with completing ambulatory notes
We also offer:
- Competitive compensation plus bonus and relocation assistance
- First year salary guarantee: $560,601
- CME reimbursement
- Fully paid malpractice insurance
- Exceptional health coverage options and retirement plans
- Education loan reimbursement (to those who qualify)
If this opportunity resonates with you, reach out for more information:
Brian Rasmussen, Recruiter: [email protected]
PeaceHealth’s community of health care professionals in the Vancouver area include PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, a 450-bed tertiary-level hospital with complete services, and PeaceHealth Medical Group, a multi-specialty group serving communities throughout Clark County.
Qualifications
- Accredited School of Medicine Required
- Required: completion of Internship/Residency Program in area of specialty
- Required: Licensed to practice as a physician in the State, and board certified or board eligible
- Required: Drug Enforcement Admin Federal Number
- Required: CPR, BLS, and ACLS or PALS during onboarding process
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
PeaceHealth has exceptional benefits.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Urologist
Credential your foreign medical degree early
ECFMG certification is a prerequisite for PERM-based sponsorship as a foreign-trained urologist. Start the verification process before you begin your job search, since delays here stall the entire I-140 and labor certification timeline.
Target academic and health system employers
University-affiliated urology departments and large integrated health systems sponsor PERM petitions far more regularly than private solo practices. Look for institutions with graduate medical education programs, which already have legal infrastructure for foreign physician sponsorship.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 before negotiating
Your board certification status and fellowship training often determine which category your employer files under. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or equivalent, while EB-3 covers skilled professionals. Your priority date and country of birth make this distinction financially significant.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter urologist roles by employers with active PERM filing history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces hospitals and health systems that have already committed to employment-based sponsorship, so you're not discovering an employer's policy limitations after an offer.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
PERM requires your employer to pay the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your metro area and experience level. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know whether the offered salary clears the threshold USCIS will scrutinize.
Clarify the I-140 filing timeline in your contract
Ask the employer's immigration counsel when they plan to file the I-140 after PERM certification. A long gap between PERM approval and I-140 filing delays your priority date, which directly affects how soon you can file for adjustment of status.
Green Card Urologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a urology role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Urology is a specialty occupation requiring an MD plus a five-year residency and typically a fellowship, which means most positions qualify under EB-2 as an advanced-degree role. EB-3 is also available and used by some employers as a filing strategy. Your country of birth determines which category produces the faster path to a green card.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a urologist?
H-1B visa authorization is temporary, capped at six years without an approved I-140, and subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no cap at the EB-3 level. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 adjudication, and adjustment of status together typically take two to four years before a green card is issued.
Can a foreign-trained urologist start the PERM process before completing a U.S. fellowship?
PERM requires a bona fide job offer for a permanent position, so the employer must intend to hire you into a full attending role, not a training position. Most hospitals initiate PERM only after you've accepted an attending offer. ECFMG certification and state medical licensure are prerequisites USCIS will verify during I-140 adjudication.
How do I find hospitals actively sponsoring green cards for urologists?
Use Migrate Mate to search urology roles filtered by employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history. This is more reliable than asking recruiters, since many employers sponsor selectively by specialty or only for hard-to-fill positions. Academic medical centers and large health systems account for the majority of urology PERM filings.
What happens to my green card process if I change employers before adjustment of status is approved?
If your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more, you may be able to port your priority date to a new employer in the same or similar occupation under AC21 portability rules. Changing employers before the 180-day mark typically requires restarting the PERM and I-140 process. Confirm any job change with an immigration attorney before resigning.