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Cardiac Electrophysiologist jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship require employers to file a Labor Condition Application certifying prevailing wage compliance before submitting your I-129 petition to USCIS. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation, requiring a medical degree plus subspecialty fellowship training in cardiac electrophysiology.
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Cardiac Electrophysiologist — Assistant or Associate Professor
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Department: John W. Deming Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Position Type: Full-time Faculty | Clinical Non-Tenure Track
Specialty: Cardiology
Subspecialty: Electrophysiology
Shape the Future of Electrophysiology in New Orleans
Tulane University School of Medicine’s Deming Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, invites an accomplished and collaborative cardiac electrophysiologist to join our growing faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor of Medicine level. This is an outstanding opportunity to provide exceptional care, expand a dynamic electrophysiology program, teach the next generation of physicians, and advance meaningful clinical and translational research.
Our faculty practice spans five hospitals and multiple outpatient sites throughout the Greater New Orleans area, offering access to state-of-the-art facilities, a diverse patient population, and strong advanced-practice provider support. The successful candidate will become an integral part of a collegial academic team committed to innovation, education, and excellence in cardiovascular care.
Why Join Tulane Cardiology?
- Help advance electrophysiology services across a leading academic health system.
- Practice in modern facilities including East Jefferson General Hospital, University Medical Center New Orleans, and the VA Medical Center New Orleans.
- Serve patients in hospital, clinic, and outreach settings across the region.
- Collaborate with experienced cardiologists, fellows, residents, medical students, and advanced-practice providers.
- Build a meaningful academic portfolio through teaching, clinical investigation, and translational research.
- Live and work in the vibrant, culturally rich city of New Orleans.
Compensation and Benefit Details
- Competitive salary with incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after two years of service.
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage.
- CME allowance to support ongoing professional development
- Relocation assistance
- Generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 5 days of CME leave, and 7 clinic holidays
Discover Life in New Orleans
New Orleans offers a distinctive mix of historic neighborhoods, nationally recognized restaurants, live music, and local traditions. Physicians relocating to the area can choose between city neighborhoods and suburban communities, with convenient access to parks, recreation, and family activities. From Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest to Saints games and neighborhood festivals, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the city outside of work.
Faculty Appointment
Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor of Medicine level commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- M.D. degree.
- Successful completion of a Cardiovascular Disease fellowship.
- Successful completion of a two-year Electrophysiology fellowship.
- Electrophysiology board eligible or board certified.
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical Care
- Provide electrophysiology coverage at East Jefferson General Hospital, University Medical Center New Orleans, and the VA Medical Center New Orleans.
- Provide outpatient clinic care at these locations and at assigned outreach sites.
- Participate actively in the development and growth of the electrophysiology program across the participating hospitals.
- Provide some after-hours and weekend electrophysiology consultation coverage.
Education
- Teach medicine residents, cardiology fellows, and medical students in an established, ACGME-accredited EP fellowship program.
- Mentor trainees in electrophysiology, patient care, scholarly activity, and professional development.
Research and Scholarship
- Develop and participate in clinical and translational research initiatives.
- Encourage residents and fellows to participate in research projects and scholarly activities.
- Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications; at least one publication per year is encouraged.
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Verify your fellowship credentials translate correctly
USCIS evaluates your medical degree, residency, and EP fellowship as a combined credential package. Get a formal evaluation from a NACES-accredited agency before interviews so you can answer employer credentialing questions without delays during the I-129 filing stage.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
Look up the prevailing wage for SOC code 29-1241 at your target hospital's county before you receive an offer. Your employer must certify a wage at or above that level on the LCA, so knowing the floor prevents late-stage offer renegotiations.
Target health systems with dedicated immigration counsel
Academic medical centers and large regional health systems typically maintain in-house or retained immigration attorneys who process H-1B petitions routinely. Prioritize these employers on Migrate Mate, where you can identify which health systems have verified H-1B sponsorship history for clinical roles.
Confirm each hospital campus needs its own LCA
If you rotate between campuses or affiliate sites, each physical worksite requires a separately certified LCA filed with DOL before you work there. Raise this with your employer's HR team during offer negotiation, not after your I-129 is already filed.
Request premium processing during contract finalization
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, which returns an initial decision in 15 business days. Electrophysiology programs with fellowship start dates tied to academic calendars should factor this timeline into contract execution deadlines.
Secure state medical licensure before the I-129 is filed
Most states require active licensure before a hospital can legally employ you as a physician, and USCIS expects the employer to demonstrate you're work-authorized in that state. Begin the licensure application immediately after accepting an offer to avoid petition filing delays.
H-1B Visa Cardiac Electrophysiologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cardiac Electrophysiologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Cardiac Electrophysiologist positions require a medical degree, internal medicine residency, cardiology fellowship, and a subspecialty EP fellowship, meeting the USCIS definition of a specialty occupation. This is one of the more straightforward specialty occupation determinations because the degree and training requirements are uniform across the field and well-documented in professional standards.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Cardiac Electrophysiologists?
Academic medical centers, large multi-site health systems, and hospital-employed cardiology group practices are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for EP roles. Private practice groups can sponsor but require the same LCA and I-129 process and sometimes lack dedicated immigration infrastructure. Migrate Mate shows which employers have active H-1B sponsorship history for clinical cardiology roles, so you can prioritize your applications accordingly.
How does the LCA process work for a Cardiac Electrophysiologist position?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL through the FLAG system before submitting your I-129 to USCIS. The LCA certifies the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the EP role at the specific worksite location. Certification typically takes seven business days. If you work at multiple hospital campuses, each site needs its own certified LCA.
Can I start working while my H-1B petition is pending?
Only if you're changing status from a valid nonimmigrant status that permits employment, such as J-1 visa or O-1 visa, and your employer filed a timely H-1B petition on your behalf. If you're entering the U.S. on an H-1B for the first time, you can't begin work until USCIS approves the petition and your status is valid. Confirm your specific situation with your employer's immigration counsel before your start date.
How long does H-1B status last for a physician role like this?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Physicians pursuing permanent residence through the EB-1 or EB-2 National Interest Waiver pathways may be eligible for extensions beyond six years under AC21 provisions, but this depends on the stage of their green card process and requires separate filings with USCIS.