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Cardiologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring a medical degree and board certification. Most positions are at cap-exempt institutions like hospitals and academic medical centers, meaning your employer can file year-round without waiting for the annual lottery.
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INTRODUCTION
Join us as a board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist at VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.
Why join the team
- Beautiful new state-of-the-art 24-hour emergency/specialty hospital – 26,000 sq. ft
- Specialty services include internal medicine, surgery, neurology, emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical and radiation oncology, cardiology, ophthalmology, and anaesthesiology
- Residency program in internal medicine and a specialty internship in surgical oncology
- VTS in Diagnostic Imaging
- 128 slice Toshiba Aquilion CT, 1.5 Tesla GE MRI, Vet GE LogIQ Ultrasound, 2 digital radiography units, GE C-Arm Fluoroscopy, Laproscopy equipment, Shockwave, PRP
- Cardiovascular ultrasound, high flow oxygen therapy, endoscopy, Linear Accelerator, BAER (Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potential Testing)
- 15 exam rooms, 2 doctor office spaces, 11 departments
- Southern California living with blue skies, palm trees and postcard perfect days and nights
- Best schools in the state, safest places to raise a family and outstanding quality of life
- Access to a network of specialists within VCA
SCHEDULE
- Full or part-time availability
WHO WE LOOK FOR
- People obsessed with pets and their care
- Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
- Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
- Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
- Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust
TOTAL REWARDS
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:
Compensation
- Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The salary range listed is based on a 40-hour work week.
- This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.
Health & Well-being
- Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
- Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development
- Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
- WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
- Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
For more information about this position, please contact Kristen Hreczan, Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at Kristen.hreczan@vca.com or 704-351-0221
Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $300,000. This position is also eligible for production/commission and other variable pay programs.
ABOUT VCA
VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.
Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.
VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
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Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
ECFMG certification is a prerequisite for H-1B sponsorship at virtually every U.S. cardiology program. Have your credentials verified and your USMLE steps documented before approaching employers, so nothing stalls the petition after an offer.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Hospitals, academic medical centers, and nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt, so they can file your H-1B petition any time of year. You avoid the April lottery window entirely, which matters if you're finishing a fellowship mid-year.
Use Migrate Mate to filter H-1B sponsoring cardiology employers
Search Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filings for cardiology roles. This surfaces hospitals and health systems with verified H-1B sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which institutions will support your petition.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Look up the DOL prevailing wage for your specific cardiology SOC code and geographic area using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, and mismatches can delay filing.
Clarify who covers premium processing upfront
Premium processing guarantees a 15-business-day USCIS adjudication window, which matters if your fellowship or current status has a hard end date. Ask during the offer stage whether the employer covers this fee or expects you to.
Document your subspecialty training for the LCA job description
If you're in interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, or heart failure, your employer's LCA job description should reflect your subspecialty. A generic 'cardiologist' description can create RFE risk if your credentials and the role description don't align precisely.
H-1B Visa Cardiologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do cardiologist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. Cardiology requires a Doctor of Medicine degree, residency training, fellowship, and board certification, which satisfies USCIS specialty occupation requirements under the H-1B classification. The O*NET profile for physicians and surgeons confirms the role requires a doctoral or professional degree, making it straightforward to document specialty occupation status in the petition.
Can a hospital sponsor my H-1B without waiting for the lottery?
Most hospitals, academic medical centers, and nonprofit health systems are cap-exempt employers under the H-1B program. They can file your petition at any time during the year. You're only subject to the 85,000-slot annual cap if your employer is a for-profit entity with no cap-exempt affiliation. Browse employers with verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate to identify cap-exempt sponsors.
What happens to my H-1B status if I switch from one hospital to another?
The H-1B portability rules under AC21 let you start working for a new cap-exempt employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, as long as your prior petition was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer doesn't need to wait for approval before you begin, but the petition must be filed before your current authorized stay expires.
How does my J-1 waiver status affect H-1B sponsorship options?
If you completed a J-1 visa exchange visitor program and obtained a Conrad 30 or federal agency waiver, you're already committed to a three-year service obligation at an underserved facility. Many of those facilities are cap-exempt nonprofits, so H-1B sponsorship is common. USCIS allows concurrent H-1B filing during the waiver service period, but your employer must comply with the service agreement terms throughout.
Which cardiology subspecialties see the most H-1B sponsorship activity?
Interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and advanced heart failure have the highest demand and the most consistent H-1B sponsorship activity, particularly at academic medical centers and large health systems. DOL LCA disclosure data shows these subspecialties generate filings year-round at cap-exempt institutions. Searching by SOC code on Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers actively filing for cardiology roles in your subspecialty and target geography.