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General Pediatrician roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at minimum a U.S. medical degree or foreign equivalent plus licensure. Many hospital systems, pediatric practices, and federally qualified health centers sponsor H-1B visa petitions annually, with cap-exempt employers offering filing outside the lottery.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation Lock Haven, PA
Job Category Physician
Schedule Days
Work Type Part time
Department Western Region General Pediatrics Division
Date posted 06/03/2026
Job ID R-96944
Job Summary
Geisinger Multi-Specialty Clinic in Lock Haven is seeking board certified or board-eligible Physician in General Pediatrics.
- Provide health maintenance and acute care for patients newborn to 18 years of age
- Assess and establish a diagnosis and implement treatment plans for their patients
- Make accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; order and interpret diagnostic testing and consult as appropriate and prescribe appropriate medical therapy utilizing evidenced based practice
- Outpatient only, with limited evening and weekend phone call coverage
- 20-hour workweek: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with occasional Saturday clinic coverage
- Saturday acute clinic 8am-12 pm every 1:4-8 weekends, dependent on provider compliment
- New Multispecialty clinic with primary care, some subspecialties, and Urgent Care on site. Lab, pharmacy and Radiology on site
- Social work and psychology support for the pediatric clinic
- Pediatric subspecialty support available through outreach clinics or Chart Consults
- Opportunities for participation in medical student education and adjunct faculty at Geisinger School of Medicine
Job Duties
ABOUT GEISINGER: Geisinger is committed to making better health easier for the more than 1 million people it serves. Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes nine hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.
Position Details
ABOUT LOCK HAVEN: Lockhaven is a charming, riverfront city in Central Pennsylvania with affordable cost of living and abundant outdoor activities. The city offers Riverview Park and historical downtown architecture. With its blend of rich history, scenic riverfront living and a strong community culture it is an attractive place to live and work.
LIVING IN THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING PENNSYLVANIA: There’s a lot that will surprise you about the fifth most populous state in the country. Our Geisinger locations are surrounded by natural beauty that will give you plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, a variety of arts and entertainment venues, university and community colleges, dining options and cultural experiences for children and adults. From the fresh air to the lower cost of living to the tight-knit communities living in our region grants you access to a better quality of life. Discover more at: Relocating to Pennsylvania | Careers at Geisinger
Education
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania
Skills
Patient Care And Procedural Skills; Professional Etiquette; Systems-Based Practice
About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Location Lock Haven, PA
Job Category Physician
Schedule Days
Work Type Part time
Department Western Region General Pediatrics Division
Date posted 06/03/2026
Job ID R-96944
Job Summary
Geisinger Multi-Specialty Clinic in Lock Haven is seeking board certified or board-eligible Physician in General Pediatrics.
- Provide health maintenance and acute care for patients newborn to 18 years of age
- Assess and establish a diagnosis and implement treatment plans for their patients
- Make accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; order and interpret diagnostic testing and consult as appropriate and prescribe appropriate medical therapy utilizing evidenced based practice
- Outpatient only, with limited evening and weekend phone call coverage
- 20-hour workweek: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with occasional Saturday clinic coverage
- Saturday acute clinic 8am-12 pm every 1:4-8 weekends, dependent on provider compliment
- New Multispecialty clinic with primary care, some subspecialties, and Urgent Care on site. Lab, pharmacy and Radiology on site
- Social work and psychology support for the pediatric clinic
- Pediatric subspecialty support available through outreach clinics or Chart Consults
- Opportunities for participation in medical student education and adjunct faculty at Geisinger School of Medicine
Job Duties
ABOUT GEISINGER: Geisinger is committed to making better health easier for the more than 1 million people it serves. Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes nine hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.
Position Details
ABOUT LOCK HAVEN: Lockhaven is a charming, riverfront city in Central Pennsylvania with affordable cost of living and abundant outdoor activities. The city offers Riverview Park and historical downtown architecture. With its blend of rich history, scenic riverfront living and a strong community culture it is an attractive place to live and work.
LIVING IN THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING PENNSYLVANIA: There’s a lot that will surprise you about the fifth most populous state in the country. Our Geisinger locations are surrounded by natural beauty that will give you plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, a variety of arts and entertainment venues, university and community colleges, dining options and cultural experiences for children and adults. From the fresh air to the lower cost of living to the tight-knit communities living in our region grants you access to a better quality of life. Discover more at: Relocating to Pennsylvania | Careers at Geisinger
Education
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania
Skills
Patient Care And Procedural Skills; Professional Etiquette; Systems-Based Practice
About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in General Pediatrician
Verify your medical credentials before applying
ECFMG certification is a prerequisite for H-1B sponsorship if you trained outside the U.S. Confirm your USMLE scores, residency completion documentation, and state medical license are current before any employer begins the I-129 filing process.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Hospitals affiliated with universities, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. Pediatric departments within these systems are your most direct path to a cap-exempt sponsorship offer.
Search H-1B sponsoring pediatric employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in pediatrics using Migrate Mate. This surfaces practices and health systems that have actively sponsored the role, not just those that say they're open to it.
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 SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the General Pediatrician SOC code in your target metro before your offer conversation.
Confirm board certification requirements with each employer
Some hospital systems require ABP board certification or eligibility as a condition of H-1B sponsorship, independent of USCIS requirements. Ask HR explicitly whether board certification affects their timeline or willingness to file before you advance in any hiring process.
Understand USCIS timing if you're transitioning from J-1
J-1 visa physicians subject to the two-year home residency requirement must obtain a waiver before USCIS can approve an H-1B. Conrad 30 waivers through a state health agency are the most common path and often tie you to an underserved area for three years.
H-1B Visa General Pediatrician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a General Pediatrician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. General Pediatrician positions qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at minimum a Doctor of Medicine or equivalent foreign degree, plus a valid state medical license. USCIS consistently recognizes physician roles as meeting the specialty occupation standard. Your employer will document this in the I-129 petition using your degree, residency completion, and licensure.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for General Pediatricians?
University-affiliated hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, children's hospitals, and large multispecialty medical groups are the most active H-1B sponsors for pediatricians. Many of these are cap-exempt, meaning they can file petitions at any time without lottery risk. You can identify employers with active H-1B filing history for pediatric roles directly on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if my pediatric employer loses its license or closes?
Your H-1B status is tied to your sponsoring employer. If that employer closes or loses its accreditation, your authorized status ends. USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and file a new H-1B petition. Notify a new employer immediately, since they must file before the grace period expires for you to maintain lawful status.
Can I work at multiple pediatric locations under one H-1B petition?
Only if all locations are covered by the same approved petition and certified LCA. Each physical worksite where you'll provide services more than sporadically must be covered by a separate LCA certified for that location's prevailing wage. If your employer adds a new clinic or satellite office, they must amend the petition and file a new LCA before you begin working there.
Does a J-1 waiver affect my path to H-1B sponsorship as a pediatrician?
Yes, significantly. If you completed a J-1 residency or fellowship and are subject to the two-year home residency requirement, you cannot change to H-1B status until you obtain a waiver. Conrad 30 waivers are the primary route for physicians and typically require a three-year service commitment at a HPSA-designated or medically underserved facility, which many pediatric employers in rural or underserved areas satisfy.