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Veterinarian roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document recruitment efforts before filing your I-140 petition. Positions in underserved rural areas and specialty practices often see stronger employer motivation to sponsor.
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Shared Services: Animal Care Facility - (Full-Time, Day Shift)
Job Summary:
The Director-Animal Care Facility and Attending Veterinarian oversees the operations of the Animal Care Facility and ensures that appropriate clinical care, facilities, housing, personnel, and equipment are provided to meet the needs of Loma Linda University Health clients in accordance with regulatory and compliance standards. Oversees the on and off campus care and use of animals in research, teaches animal users proper treatment of animals, and plays an active role in the committee for care and use of laboratory animals. Performs other duties as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent required. Minimum five years of experience in veterinary or animal care facility required or successful completion of residency in Laboratory Animal Medicine.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Demonstrates commitment to communication, customer service, organization and ongoing improvement of University Animal Care and Use programs. Direct knowledge of AAALAC International accreditation process. Strong knowledge and familiarity with regulations, standards, and guidelines for care and use of vertebrate animals in teaching, research, and service, including but not limited to Animal Welfare Act, Health Research Extension Act, AWA Regulations, and ACF SOPs. Leadership skills with workforce management and budget oversight. Strong consultative skills with the confidence and ability to enforce rules and make quick informed decisions. Ability to effectively function as part of a team, and in collaboration with diverse audiences. Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, tact, and confidentiality. Able to read; write and speak with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Access); operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; provide leadership; be assertive and consistent in enforcing policies ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, rules and laws; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Think critically; work independently; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments; compose written material; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
California Veterinary License preferred. American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) certification eligible.
INTRODUCTION
Shared Services: Animal Care Facility - (Full-Time, Day Shift)
Job Summary:
The Director-Animal Care Facility and Attending Veterinarian oversees the operations of the Animal Care Facility and ensures that appropriate clinical care, facilities, housing, personnel, and equipment are provided to meet the needs of Loma Linda University Health clients in accordance with regulatory and compliance standards. Oversees the on and off campus care and use of animals in research, teaches animal users proper treatment of animals, and plays an active role in the committee for care and use of laboratory animals. Performs other duties as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent required. Minimum five years of experience in veterinary or animal care facility required or successful completion of residency in Laboratory Animal Medicine.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Demonstrates commitment to communication, customer service, organization and ongoing improvement of University Animal Care and Use programs. Direct knowledge of AAALAC International accreditation process. Strong knowledge and familiarity with regulations, standards, and guidelines for care and use of vertebrate animals in teaching, research, and service, including but not limited to Animal Welfare Act, Health Research Extension Act, AWA Regulations, and ACF SOPs. Leadership skills with workforce management and budget oversight. Strong consultative skills with the confidence and ability to enforce rules and make quick informed decisions. Ability to effectively function as part of a team, and in collaboration with diverse audiences. Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, tact, and confidentiality. Able to read; write and speak with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Access); operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; provide leadership; be assertive and consistent in enforcing policies ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, rules and laws; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Think critically; work independently; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments; compose written material; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
California Veterinary License preferred. American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM) certification eligible.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Veterinarian
Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM requires the offered position to genuinely require a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. If your DVM was earned outside the U.S., gather credential evaluation documentation early since USCIS scrutinizes foreign veterinary degrees during I-140 adjudication.
Target rural and underserved practice areas
Veterinary practices in rural counties and federally designated shortage areas often struggle to fill roles locally, which strengthens the employer's case during PERM recruitment and reduces the risk of a supervised recruitment audit from DOL.
Confirm state licensure before the employer files PERM
The PERM job description must list only requirements that are genuinely necessary for the role. If state veterinary licensure is a condition of employment, you must hold it before the priority date is established, not just at hire.
Search for employers with PERM filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter veterinarian employers by green card sponsorship history. Practices that have filed PERM applications before are far more likely to have an established process and immigration counsel already in place.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location, determined using the OFLC Wage Search. Negotiate your offer with this floor in mind, since a below-prevailing-wage offer will invalidate the PERM application entirely.
Track your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date locks your place in line. For EB-3 applicants from most countries, dates move relatively quickly, but tracking the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly tells you when to file your I-485 for adjustment of status.
Green Card Veterinarian: Frequently Asked Questions
Do veterinarian roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the position requirements and your credentials. EB-3 covers roles that require a professional degree such as a DVM, making it the most common pathway for veterinarians. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree beyond the DVM or when you qualify under the National Interest Waiver, which allows self-petition without an employer sponsor.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for veterinarians?
The H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with an annual lottery cap, while PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. PERM requires your employer to complete a DOL-supervised recruitment process first, which adds several months before the I-140 can be filed, but the end result is a green card rather than a renewable temporary status.
How long does the PERM process take for a veterinarian role?
DOL PERM processing currently runs several months to over a year depending on whether the application is selected for audit. After certification, your employer files the I-140 with USCIS, which adds additional processing time. Once the I-140 is approved and your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin, you can file for adjustment of status or attend a consular interview.
Where can I find veterinarian employers that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search veterinarian roles specifically filtered by employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on practices and organizations that have already navigated the PERM process. This saves significant time compared to asking employers individually about their sponsorship willingness during the interview process.
Does my foreign veterinary degree qualify for U.S. PERM sponsorship?
A foreign DVM is generally accepted if it is equivalent to a U.S. DVM, but you will need a credential evaluation from a recognized organization to document that equivalency for both USCIS and state licensing boards. You also need to hold a valid license in the state where you will practice before the PERM job requirements can legally list licensure as a condition of employment.