H-1B Visa Audiologist Jobs

Audiologist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because the position requires at least a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree. Hospitals, ENT practices, hearing centers, and school districts regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for audiologists, making this one of the more accessible clinical paths to U.S. work authorization.

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Open Jobs139+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type99% On-site
Median Salary$137K
Top LocationPhoenix, AZ
Most JobsCommonSpirit Health

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University Of Cincinnati
Audiologist
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Audiologist
University Of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Doctorate
10,000+

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Prisma Health
Audiologist
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Audiologist
Prisma Health
Greenville, South Carolina
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
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Doctorate
10,000+

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Northwell Health
Audiologist
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Audiologist
Northwell Health
New Hyde Park, New York
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$85,090/yr - $147,220/yr
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1+ yr exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Northwestern Medicine
Audiologist
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Audiologist
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$40/hr - $73/hr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Adena Health System
Audiologist
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Audiologist
Adena Health System
Chillicothe, Ohio
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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2+ yrs exp.
Master's

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Audiologist

Verify your Au.D. meets USCIS standards

USCIS requires your foreign Au.D. credential to be evaluated by a NACES-approved agency before your employer files the I-129. Get the evaluation early; delays here push back your entire H-1B timeline by weeks.

Check prevailing wages before negotiating salary

Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area and experience level. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before you enter any salary conversation.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Search Migrate Mate to filter audiologist roles by verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to employers who have already navigated the sponsorship process rather than ones who are unfamiliar with it.

Understand how hospital systems file cap-exempt

Nonprofit hospitals and university-affiliated medical centers often qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning you can start without waiting for the April lottery. Ask HR directly whether the entity files under INA 214(c)(1)(B) exemption.

Time your offer letter around the I-129 deadline

For cap-subject roles, USCIS opens H-1B registration in March and employment can't begin before October 1. Make sure your offer letter specifies a start date that accounts for this gap so neither you nor the employer is caught off guard.

Confirm your clinical licensure state by state

Every state requires a separate audiology license, and USCIS may request proof of licensure in your LCA state during an RFE. Secure your state license or a temporary permit before your employer submits the petition.

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Audiologist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Audiologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes. Audiology qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria because the position normally requires at least a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree in a directly related field. The O*NET profile for audiologists confirms the doctoral-level entry requirement, which supports the specialty occupation determination in the I-129 petition.

Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for audiologists?

Hospitals, ENT clinics, hearing aid dispensing centers, Veterans Affairs facilities, school districts, and university audiology departments all file H-1B petitions for audiologists. Nonprofit hospitals and academic medical centers are often cap-exempt, so they can sponsor year-round without entering the lottery. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to see which have active LCA filing history for this role.

How does the H-1B cap lottery affect audiologists seeking sponsorship?

If your employer is a for-profit entity not affiliated with a university or nonprofit research institution, your petition enters the annual H-1B cap lottery, which USCIS opens in March each year. Cap-exempt employers, such as nonprofit hospitals or university clinics, can file any time without lottery selection, making them a strategically important category for audiologists who can't wait for an October 1 start date.

What wage level does an employer need to certify on the LCA for an Audiologist?

The employer's Labor Condition Application must certify payment at or above the DOL prevailing wage for audiology in the specific metropolitan area where you'll work. Prevailing wages are split into four levels based on experience and supervisory responsibility. You can verify the applicable wage level for your location using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer.

Can an audiologist on H-1B work across multiple clinic locations?

Yes, but each worksite location must be covered by a separate certified LCA if it falls in a different metropolitan statistical area. Your employer needs to post LCA notices at each location and, if a new city is added after your initial approval, file an amended I-129 with USCIS to update the worksite. This is a common compliance gap for audiologists working across a hospital network or mobile audiology program.

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