H-1B Visa Colorectal Surgeon Jobs
Colorectal surgeons qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a medical degree, residency, and fellowship training. Academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and multispecialty surgical groups regularly file H-1B petitions for board-eligible and board-certified colorectal surgeons, with cap-exempt employers offering faster timelines outside the annual lottery.
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Duluth, Minnesota
PRACTICE SPECIFICS
- Will join an established, highly regarded Colorectal and General Surgery practice for both outpatient and inpatient/OR settings.
- The practice is committed to providing comprehensive Colorectal and General Surgery care, coordinating care with necessary departments.
- Department includes 7 general surgeons, including fellowship trained hepatobiliary, colorectal and endocrine surgeons along with 10 NP/PA’s.
- Busy, established department includes general, robotic, endocrine, colorectal, breast, bariatric, advanced laparoscopic, endoscopy, colonoscopy. Large mix of cases.
- Rural surgery residency training program.
- Regional referral center. ACS Cancer Center.
- Surgeries/Admissions:
- St. Mary’s Medical Center – a 380-bed tertiary hospital, consistently ranked among America’s Top 100 Hospitals.
- Certified as HIMSS EMRAM (Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model) Level 7 for both our Inpatient and Ambulatory facilities.
- Miller-Dwan Medical Center – a 175-bed Specialized Care Facility.
- St. Mary’s Hospital Superior – 25 beds, Critical Access Hospital.
- Accredited Trauma Program/ Level I Trauma Center with ACS/Trauma/Critical Care surgeons dedicated to the program.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
- Full-time position is needed due to planned retirement.
- The selected candidate will focus on colorectal surgery and supplement his/her practice with general surgery cases as needed.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
- BC/BE in General Surgery.
- Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery, ABCRS certified or eligible.
- Candidates should be proficient in the full spectrum of colorectal surgery.
- Candidates should possess excellent clinical skills, communication skills, and a strong commitment to providing excellent care that is team oriented.
LOCATION
- 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area.
- Regional service area 460,000; City of Duluth population: 86,000.
COMPENSATION
- $511,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.
Search/Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org, or contact:
Carri Prudhomme, Senior Physician & APP Recruiter
Email: Carri Prudhomme
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
COLORECTAL and GENERAL SURGERY PHYSICIAN
Duluth, Minnesota
PRACTICE SPECIFICS
- Will join an established, highly regarded Colorectal and General Surgery practice for both outpatient and inpatient/OR settings.
- The practice is committed to providing comprehensive Colorectal and General Surgery care, coordinating care with necessary departments.
- Department includes 7 general surgeons, including fellowship trained hepatobiliary, colorectal and endocrine surgeons along with 10 NP/PA’s.
- Busy, established department includes general, robotic, endocrine, colorectal, breast, bariatric, advanced laparoscopic, endoscopy, colonoscopy. Large mix of cases.
- Rural surgery residency training program.
- Regional referral center. ACS Cancer Center.
- Surgeries/Admissions:
- St. Mary’s Medical Center – a 380-bed tertiary hospital, consistently ranked among America’s Top 100 Hospitals.
- Certified as HIMSS EMRAM (Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model) Level 7 for both our Inpatient and Ambulatory facilities.
- Miller-Dwan Medical Center – a 175-bed Specialized Care Facility.
- St. Mary’s Hospital Superior – 25 beds, Critical Access Hospital.
- Accredited Trauma Program/ Level I Trauma Center with ACS/Trauma/Critical Care surgeons dedicated to the program.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
- Full-time position is needed due to planned retirement.
- The selected candidate will focus on colorectal surgery and supplement his/her practice with general surgery cases as needed.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
- BC/BE in General Surgery.
- Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery, ABCRS certified or eligible.
- Candidates should be proficient in the full spectrum of colorectal surgery.
- Candidates should possess excellent clinical skills, communication skills, and a strong commitment to providing excellent care that is team oriented.
LOCATION
- 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area.
- Regional service area 460,000; City of Duluth population: 86,000.
COMPENSATION
- $511,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.
Search/Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org, or contact:
Carri Prudhomme, Senior Physician & APP Recruiter
Email: Carri Prudhomme
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Colorectal Surgeon
Verify your fellowship meets specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your colorectal surgery fellowship, not just your MD, establishes specialty occupation. Confirm your ACGME-accredited fellowship documentation clearly links your subspecialty training to the specific surgical role in your offer letter.
Target cap-exempt hospitals and university systems
Academic medical centers affiliated with universities and nonprofit research hospitals file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery. Surgical departments at these institutions can sponsor you year-round without waiting for an April registration window.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter colorectal surgery roles by employers with confirmed H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate. DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which hospital systems and surgical groups have actively sponsored this specialty, saving you outreach to employers unlikely to file.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and practice location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your contract so you know whether the offered compensation meets the legal floor for your area.
Confirm your state medical license timeline against filing deadlines
H-1B approval requires a valid state license or a state-issued letter confirming you've met all licensing requirements. State medical board processing for surgical subspecialties can take months, so start licensure before your employer files the I-129 petition.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive start dates
If your credentialing process or hospital privileges have a fixed activation date, ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing. The 15-business-day adjudication window reduces the risk of a status gap between training completion and your first day on call.
H-1B Visa Colorectal Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
Does colorectal surgery qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Colorectal surgery requires an MD, a general surgery residency, and an ACGME-accredited colorectal fellowship, which satisfies USCIS's requirement that a specialty occupation demands at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The subspecialty training distinguishes it from general surgery and strengthens the specialty occupation argument in an I-129 petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for colorectal surgeons?
Academic medical centers, university hospital systems, and nonprofit research hospitals are the most active H-1B sponsors for colorectal surgeons because they qualify as cap-exempt employers, meaning they can file year-round without lottery participation. Large multispecialty surgical groups and private health systems also sponsor, but they are subject to the annual cap and April registration window. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for surgical roles on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap exemption affect my job search as a colorectal surgeon?
Cap-exempt employers, primarily institutions of higher education and affiliated nonprofits, can file your H-1B petition at any time of year and receive faster USCIS adjudication. For colorectal surgeons finishing fellowships in June or July, this means a cap-exempt academic employer can sponsor you for an August or September start without waiting for the next fiscal year's lottery results.
What documentation does my employer need to file my H-1B petition?
Your employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, your medical school diploma, residency completion certificate, colorectal fellowship certificate, ECFMG certification if you trained internationally, a valid state medical license or a letter confirming you meet all licensing requirements, and your CV. The I-129 petition packages these together, and USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if any training documentation is unclear.
Can I switch from a J-1 waiver position to an H-1B for a colorectal surgery role?
Yes, but the timing depends on your J-1 visa waiver type. Conrad 30 and interested government agency waivers require three years of service in a designated underserved area before changing status. If you're in a waiver position, your employer can still file an H-1B petition before your three years end, but your status change typically can't take effect until the service obligation is complete. USCIS guidance on concurrent filings applies here.