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Cardiovascular surgeons are among the most consistently sponsored H-1B visa roles in U.S. medicine. Hospitals and academic medical centers file petitions year-round, and the role's specialty occupation status is well-established with USCIS. Board certification, U.S. fellowship training, and ECFMG certification are the credentials that move applications forward.
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IU Health Medical Group East Region - Cardiovascular Surgery is seeking a board-certified experienced cardiothoracic surgeon to join our highly collaborative team at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. This is an exceptional opportunity for a surgeon looking to step into a high-impact role with strong mentorship and collaborative environment.
Position Highlights
- Full-time (1.0 FTE); Weekdays plus call
- On-call: 1:3 rotation, week-long call blocks
- Clinical focus: Inpatient, OR, outpatient clinic
- Patient volume: Clinic and Hospital: 10–20 patients/week (may vary)
Practice & Team
This is an established cardiovascular surgery group with:
- 3 cardiothoracic surgeons
- 3 experienced advanced practice providers; also support weekend rounding and call
- Dedicated support staff
- Collegial, team-oriented environment with strong physician leadership
- Close collaboration with cardiology, anesthesiology, and critical care
- Teaching opportunities with residents, full research department; academic affiliation potential with IU School of Medicine
- No local competition
Clinical Scope
This position offers a broad and complex case mix with steady procedural demand, including:
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
- Valve repair and replacement
- Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
- Robotic thoracic surgery
- Lung resections (including wedge resections)
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
- Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Completion of Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship
- Experienced surgeons strongly preferred
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality outcomes and patient-centered care
- Interest in mentoring and long-term growth within the practice
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Highly competitive compensation with quality bonus potential
- Sign on bonus potential
- Generous PTO package
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and malpractice coverage
- Eligibility for academic appointment and IU School of Medicine benefits
WHY JOIN IU HEALTH IN MUNCIE?
- High-need patient population with diverse and complex pathology
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved community
- Low cost of living and excellent quality of life
- Easy access to Indianapolis (just ~1 hour away)
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance and physician culture
NEXT STEPS
If you are an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon seeking a rewarding clinical practice with leadership potential, we encourage you to apply!
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION
Enjoy an affordable cost of living in Muncie, Indiana, while taking advantage of the many world-class amenities this community has to offer. One visit to Muncie, rich with history, recreation and festivals, will win you over!
- Home of Ball State University, offering exceptional education, collegiate sports and entertainment
- Arts and culture for all ages at the Muncie Civic Theatre, Minnetrista cultural center, David Owsley Museum of Art and one of the largest planetariums in the Midwest
- Some of Indiana's top-ranked schools, including the Indiana Academy for Science, Math and Humanities, the Burris Laboratory School, Muncie Community Schools and Yorktown Community Schools
- Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the top 20 counties to live in Indiana
- Outdoor recreation includes boating, fishing and camping at the Prairie Creek Reservoir, golfing, or hop on the state's longest span of recreational trails on the Cardinal Greenway
- Wineries, unique shopping and local cuisine, and outdoor music and food festivals
- Quick drive to Indianapolis and the suburbs of Fishers and Noblesville, as well as Chicago and Cincinnati
CLIENT DESCRIPTION
Rewarding Physician and Advanced Provider employment opportunities await at Indiana University Health.
Indiana University Health is the largest health system in Indiana and among the top ten largest single-state nonprofit health systems in the United States. IU Health has a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s leading medical schools. As an academic health system, IU Health works with IUSM to train physicians, blending breakthrough research and treatments with the highest quality of patient care. Its strategic service lines, cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplant have received national recognition for quality patient care over the decades.
IU Health is comprised of hospitals, physicians and allied services dedicated to providing preeminent care throughout Indiana and beyond with significant success across multiple clinical programs resulting in national recognition:
- Ranked as the number one health system in the state of Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
- Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and is the only nationally ranked children’s hospital in Indiana.
- With more than 200 physician researchers leading the way to new treatments, IU Health Simon Cancer Center is Indiana’s only National Cancer Institute-designated patient care center.
A private, nonprofit organization, Indiana University Health owns, or is affiliated with, 16 urban, suburban and rural hospitals and health centers throughout Indiana. With close ties to the Indiana University School of Medicine, more than half of the school's physicians practice, supervise, and teach residents and fellows at one of Indiana University Health's hospitals.
At IU Health, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/HOSPITAL DESCRIPTION
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is a 379-bed hospital and is designated as a level 3 trauma center. It is both a teaching hospital and a regional tertiary referral center. Over the last decade, the hospital has undergone a $130 million remodel. Since the early 1980s, physicians and staff members have been actively involved in national and international medical research studies, particularly in the areas of oncology, cardiology and coagulation.
INTRODUCTION
IU Health Medical Group East Region - Cardiovascular Surgery is seeking a board-certified experienced cardiothoracic surgeon to join our highly collaborative team at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. This is an exceptional opportunity for a surgeon looking to step into a high-impact role with strong mentorship and collaborative environment.
Position Highlights
- Full-time (1.0 FTE); Weekdays plus call
- On-call: 1:3 rotation, week-long call blocks
- Clinical focus: Inpatient, OR, outpatient clinic
- Patient volume: Clinic and Hospital: 10–20 patients/week (may vary)
Practice & Team
This is an established cardiovascular surgery group with:
- 3 cardiothoracic surgeons
- 3 experienced advanced practice providers; also support weekend rounding and call
- Dedicated support staff
- Collegial, team-oriented environment with strong physician leadership
- Close collaboration with cardiology, anesthesiology, and critical care
- Teaching opportunities with residents, full research department; academic affiliation potential with IU School of Medicine
- No local competition
Clinical Scope
This position offers a broad and complex case mix with steady procedural demand, including:
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
- Valve repair and replacement
- Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
- Robotic thoracic surgery
- Lung resections (including wedge resections)
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
- Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Completion of Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship
- Experienced surgeons strongly preferred
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality outcomes and patient-centered care
- Interest in mentoring and long-term growth within the practice
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Highly competitive compensation with quality bonus potential
- Sign on bonus potential
- Generous PTO package
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and malpractice coverage
- Eligibility for academic appointment and IU School of Medicine benefits
WHY JOIN IU HEALTH IN MUNCIE?
- High-need patient population with diverse and complex pathology
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved community
- Low cost of living and excellent quality of life
- Easy access to Indianapolis (just ~1 hour away)
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance and physician culture
NEXT STEPS
If you are an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon seeking a rewarding clinical practice with leadership potential, we encourage you to apply!
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION
Enjoy an affordable cost of living in Muncie, Indiana, while taking advantage of the many world-class amenities this community has to offer. One visit to Muncie, rich with history, recreation and festivals, will win you over!
- Home of Ball State University, offering exceptional education, collegiate sports and entertainment
- Arts and culture for all ages at the Muncie Civic Theatre, Minnetrista cultural center, David Owsley Museum of Art and one of the largest planetariums in the Midwest
- Some of Indiana's top-ranked schools, including the Indiana Academy for Science, Math and Humanities, the Burris Laboratory School, Muncie Community Schools and Yorktown Community Schools
- Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the top 20 counties to live in Indiana
- Outdoor recreation includes boating, fishing and camping at the Prairie Creek Reservoir, golfing, or hop on the state's longest span of recreational trails on the Cardinal Greenway
- Wineries, unique shopping and local cuisine, and outdoor music and food festivals
- Quick drive to Indianapolis and the suburbs of Fishers and Noblesville, as well as Chicago and Cincinnati
CLIENT DESCRIPTION
Rewarding Physician and Advanced Provider employment opportunities await at Indiana University Health.
Indiana University Health is the largest health system in Indiana and among the top ten largest single-state nonprofit health systems in the United States. IU Health has a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s leading medical schools. As an academic health system, IU Health works with IUSM to train physicians, blending breakthrough research and treatments with the highest quality of patient care. Its strategic service lines, cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplant have received national recognition for quality patient care over the decades.
IU Health is comprised of hospitals, physicians and allied services dedicated to providing preeminent care throughout Indiana and beyond with significant success across multiple clinical programs resulting in national recognition:
- Ranked as the number one health system in the state of Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
- Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and is the only nationally ranked children’s hospital in Indiana.
- With more than 200 physician researchers leading the way to new treatments, IU Health Simon Cancer Center is Indiana’s only National Cancer Institute-designated patient care center.
A private, nonprofit organization, Indiana University Health owns, or is affiliated with, 16 urban, suburban and rural hospitals and health centers throughout Indiana. With close ties to the Indiana University School of Medicine, more than half of the school's physicians practice, supervise, and teach residents and fellows at one of Indiana University Health's hospitals.
At IU Health, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
HEALTHCARE SYSTEM/HOSPITAL DESCRIPTION
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is a 379-bed hospital and is designated as a level 3 trauma center. It is both a teaching hospital and a regional tertiary referral center. Over the last decade, the hospital has undergone a $130 million remodel. Since the early 1980s, physicians and staff members have been actively involved in national and international medical research studies, particularly in the areas of oncology, cardiology and coagulation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Cardiovascular Surgeon
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
USCIS expects international medical graduates to hold valid ECFMG certification as part of the specialty occupation evidence package. Have your certificate number and status ready before any employer initiates the H-1B petition, not after.
Target academic medical centers with cap-exempt status
Universities and their affiliated teaching hospitals are often cap-exempt H-1B filers, meaning they can sponsor you outside the annual lottery. A cardiovascular surgery position at a university health system can start any time of year.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary negotiation
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro before negotiating your offer so you know the DOL floor your employer is legally bound to meet.
Search Migrate Mate for employers with active H-1B filing history
Not every hospital advertises whether it sponsors H-1B visas, but DOL LCA data doesn't lie. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified cardiovascular surgery filing history so you're applying where sponsorship is already established practice.
Get your foreign medical credentials evaluated early
If you trained outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized service supports the specialty occupation determination in your I-129 petition. Delays in evaluation can push your petition timeline past the October 1 start date.
Confirm the employer files the I-129 before resigning
Don't give notice to your current employer until USCIS receives the I-129 petition and issues a receipt notice. The H-1B portability rule under AC21 requires an approved or pending petition before you can transfer status to a new employer.
H-1B Visa Cardiovascular Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a cardiovascular surgeon role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Cardiovascular surgery requires a medical degree, residency, and a subspecialty fellowship, making it one of the most clearly defined specialty occupations under USCIS criteria. Employers rarely face RFEs on specialty occupation grounds for this role. The O*NET classification and standard job requirements support the degree nexus without ambiguity.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for cardiovascular surgeons?
Academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and multispecialty physician groups are the most active sponsors. Teaching hospitals affiliated with universities often hold cap-exempt status, which means they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual April lottery. You can find employers with verified H-1B cardiovascular surgery filing history on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect cardiovascular surgeon candidates?
If your target employer is a private hospital or private practice without cap-exempt status, your petition enters the annual lottery with an 85,000-slot cap. Academic medical centers and nonprofit research institutions are frequently cap-exempt, bypassing the lottery entirely. Prioritizing cap-exempt employers is a practical strategy for surgeons who need placement on a specific timeline.
What happens to my H-1B status if my hospital employer is acquired or merged?
A corporate restructuring, merger, or acquisition can affect your H-1B petition depending on whether the successor entity assumes the original employer's obligations. Under AC21, if the new entity is a successor in interest and the job duties remain materially the same, your status typically continues. USCIS guidance recommends filing an amended I-129 to document the change and protect portability rights.
Can a cardiovascular surgeon on H-1B moonlight or hold privileges at multiple hospitals?
H-1B status is employer-specific, so working at a second facility requires that employer to file a concurrent H-1B petition on your behalf. Call coverage, locum shifts, or privileges at a separate institution without a concurrent petition puts your status at risk. Each sponsoring employer must have a certified LCA covering the relevant work location before you perform any services there.