H-1B Visa Family Practice Physician Jobs
Family Practice Physicians are among the most consistently sponsored H-1B visa roles in the U.S., driven by persistent primary care shortages in rural and underserved communities. Employers file LCAs through DOL before petitioning USCIS, and most sponsoring health systems expect board eligibility or certification alongside an unrestricted state medical license.
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Since 1970, FHCSD’s mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.
FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers in the country, operating more than 90 sites across San Diego County and providing care to more than 227,000 patients each year — 91% of whom are low-income and 29% uninsured.
With a team of more than 3,200 dedicated employees, FHCSD takes pride in the diversity of its staff, which reflects the communities it serves. Working at FHCSD offers more than a paycheck and excellent benefits — it offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of San Diego’s communities.
We are currently seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to provide primary care as a Float Provider. This role will provide strategic coverage for unplanned absences, PTO, LOAs and current vacancies.
Location Details
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm (closed for lunch)
- Clinic Locations List: https://www.fhcsd.org/clinic-location-list/
- Map Key: Primary care clinics are listed in dark navy blue on our clinic locations map, which can be found by following the above link
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide high quality and caring medical services to a diverse patient population
- Perform routine exams, common procedures and screenings
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and point-of-care tests
- Evaluate patients with complex problems and refer to appropriate specialists
- Communicate effectively with Medical Staff Office on clinic needs
- Exercise cultural sensitivity and seek assistance with translations if needed
- Complete all required documentation in accordance with departmental standards
- Comply with electronic medical record requirements, including medication reconciliation, finalizing notes, clearing out personal pool, and participating in clinic pool
- Attend all mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
- Use resources efficiently and practice medicine in a cost-effective manner
- Participate in Clinical Outcomes Program
- Maintain behavioral standards and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients
- Obtain good peer reviews, attend mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
- Work toward meeting organizational targets for all metrics
- Participate in administrative duties and on-call schedule in a timely manner
- Must keep medical license, DEA registration and BLS/CPR certification current
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2 years of experience in outpatient primary care
- Current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
- DEA license
- Current American Heart Association health care provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
- Experience with underserved, low-income, or homeless community members preferred
- Second language fluency desired, not required
Compensation and Benefits
- $165,000 - $195,000 Full Time Annually (part time and per diem also available)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- NHSC Loan Repay Eligibility
- Free Malpractice Coverage
- Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, CME Time, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- CME Funds, License Renewals, and Many Other Benefits
More about FHCSD:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmCDgDhlems
- https://www.youtube.com/@FHCSD
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/fhcsd/
- https://www.fhcsd.org/about-us/
IndNurse
We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:
$165,000.00 - $195,000.00
Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)
FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
INTRODUCTION
Since 1970, FHCSD’s mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.
FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers in the country, operating more than 90 sites across San Diego County and providing care to more than 227,000 patients each year — 91% of whom are low-income and 29% uninsured.
With a team of more than 3,200 dedicated employees, FHCSD takes pride in the diversity of its staff, which reflects the communities it serves. Working at FHCSD offers more than a paycheck and excellent benefits — it offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of San Diego’s communities.
We are currently seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to provide primary care as a Float Provider. This role will provide strategic coverage for unplanned absences, PTO, LOAs and current vacancies.
Location Details
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm (closed for lunch)
- Clinic Locations List: https://www.fhcsd.org/clinic-location-list/
- Map Key: Primary care clinics are listed in dark navy blue on our clinic locations map, which can be found by following the above link
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide high quality and caring medical services to a diverse patient population
- Perform routine exams, common procedures and screenings
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and point-of-care tests
- Evaluate patients with complex problems and refer to appropriate specialists
- Communicate effectively with Medical Staff Office on clinic needs
- Exercise cultural sensitivity and seek assistance with translations if needed
- Complete all required documentation in accordance with departmental standards
- Comply with electronic medical record requirements, including medication reconciliation, finalizing notes, clearing out personal pool, and participating in clinic pool
- Attend all mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
- Use resources efficiently and practice medicine in a cost-effective manner
- Participate in Clinical Outcomes Program
- Maintain behavioral standards and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients
- Obtain good peer reviews, attend mandatory meetings and minimize incident reports
- Work toward meeting organizational targets for all metrics
- Participate in administrative duties and on-call schedule in a timely manner
- Must keep medical license, DEA registration and BLS/CPR certification current
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2 years of experience in outpatient primary care
- Current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
- DEA license
- Current American Heart Association health care provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
- Experience with underserved, low-income, or homeless community members preferred
- Second language fluency desired, not required
Compensation and Benefits
- $165,000 - $195,000 Full Time Annually (part time and per diem also available)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- NHSC Loan Repay Eligibility
- Free Malpractice Coverage
- Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, CME Time, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- CME Funds, License Renewals, and Many Other Benefits
More about FHCSD:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmCDgDhlems
- https://www.youtube.com/@FHCSD
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/fhcsd/
- https://www.fhcsd.org/about-us/
IndNurse
We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:
$165,000.00 - $195,000.00
Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)
FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Family Practice Physician
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates need active ECFMG certification before any U.S. employer can file your H-1B petition. Confirm your certification status and ensure your medical school credentials are fully verified, delays here stall the entire sponsorship timeline.
Target HPSA-designated employers for faster sponsorship
Health systems operating in Health Professional Shortage Areas sponsor H-1B physicians at higher rates and often absorb more filing costs. Search for federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics, which face chronic primary care gaps and file regularly for family medicine physicians.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run your job title and county through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you understand the wage floor your employer is already obligated to meet.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with H-1B filing history
Targeting employers who've sponsored family medicine physicians before eliminates guesswork. Migrate Mate filters jobs by verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to health systems that have already navigated the sponsorship process for your occupation.
Ask whether the employer requires J-1 waiver coordination
Some family physicians on J-1 visa exchange visitor status pursue Conrad 30 or federal agency waivers before transitioning to H-1B. If you hold or held J-1 status, confirm with your prospective employer whether the waiver service obligation affects their H-1B filing timeline or practice location restrictions.
Confirm the I-129 filing window relative to your start date
USCIS accepts H-1B cap-exempt petitions year-round, but your employer needs time to obtain LCA certification from DOL first, which runs up to seven business days. Align your expected start date with your employer's HR and legal team to avoid gaps between your current authorization and H-1B approval.
H-1B Visa Family Practice Physician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Family Practice Physician roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. Family practice medicine requires a specific body of theoretical and practical knowledge attained through a U.S. medical degree or its foreign equivalent, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. You'll need to hold an MD or DO degree, pass USMLE steps, and maintain an unrestricted state medical license. ECFMG certification is required for international medical graduates.
Are hospitals and health clinics cap-exempt for H-1B sponsorship?
Many are. Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with a university or research institution, federally qualified health centers, and government-owned health systems often qualify as cap-exempt employers. Cap-exempt status means your employer can file your H-1B petition at any time of year without waiting for the April lottery window, which significantly speeds up your ability to start.
How do I find Family Practice Physician employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find family medicine roles at employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history. You can filter by occupation and verify that the employer has filed for physicians in your specialty before, rather than relying on job postings that don't disclose sponsorship willingness upfront.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change health systems after sponsorship?
Your H-1B is employer-specific, so changing employers requires your new health system to file a new H-1B petition before or concurrent with your start date. Under AC21 portability rules, if your original petition has been pending for 180 days or more, you may be able to port to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification while the petition is adjudicated.
Does a J-1 waiver affect my path to H-1B sponsorship as a family physician?
It can. If you're completing a J-1 service obligation through a Conrad 30 waiver, your H-1B sponsorship is typically tied to the waiver employer for the three-year service period. After fulfilling the obligation, you're free to pursue standard H-1B sponsorship with any qualifying employer. Coordinate the transition timeline carefully to avoid unauthorized status between your waiver completion and H-1B approval.