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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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Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
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Jefferson Health, Lehigh Valley Region
Imagine a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while working alongside an exceptional, collaborative team. At Jefferson Health, over 23,000 colleagues come together to deliver compassionate, innovative, high-quality care across the region.
From general pediatrics to the region’s most comprehensive pediatric specialties, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital offers physicians an outstanding environment to build or advance their careers.
Your clinical practice will include:
- Pediatric well-child care
- Sick visits
- Developmental and behavioral healthcare
- Comprehensive primary pediatric care
- Opportunities to collaborate with an experienced, collegial team
Clinic Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., evening, and weekend hours.
Why Choose a Pediatrics Career with Jefferson Health?
You’ll have access to a comprehensive pediatric network that includes:
- The region’s most pediatric specialties
- 50-bed pediatric inpatient unit
- 36-bed Level IV NICU at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest
- 12-bed Level II PICU
- 13-bed adolescent psychiatric unit
- Children’s Cancer and Multipurpose Infusion Center
- Two Children’s ExpressCARE locations, and growing
- The region’s only 24/7 children’s emergency department
- Children’s Ambulatory Surgery Center
You’ll be part of an organization committed to teamwork, compassion, technology, and delivering an exceptional healthcare experience for every patient and family.
Exceptional Benefits & Total Rewards:
We recognize the dedication of our physicians and offer a generous Total Rewards package, including:
- Starting bonus
- Resident and Fellow educational stipends
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- CME time and allowance
- Relocation assistance, if applicable
Qualifications
- Board-certified or board-eligible in General Pediatrics
- Valid Pennsylvania medical license or ability to obtain one
- Strong clinical skills
- Commitment to excellence in patient care
- Passion for clinical practice and serving children and families
- Excellent interpersonal dynamics
Start or Continue Your Pediatrics Career With Us
Whether you’re considering your first position after training or your next career move, discover the opportunity to grow with a nationally recognized, forward-thinking healthcare organization.
Join the inspired, passionate team at Jefferson Health and help shape the future of pediatric care.
Location
Whitehall- 3691 Crescent Court East
3691 Crescent Ct E, 18052-3433, Whitehall, United States (Map)
Interested? Get In Touch.
Send your CV or contact your recruiter to learn more about this opportunity.
Catherine Sommers
Clinician Recruiter
Email: Catherine.Sommers@jefferson.edu
Phone: 484-215-5065
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.
General Pediatrician
Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Specialty:
Join a Team That Delivers Excellence
Jefferson Health, Lehigh Valley Region
Imagine a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while working alongside an exceptional, collaborative team. At Jefferson Health, over 23,000 colleagues come together to deliver compassionate, innovative, high-quality care across the region.
From general pediatrics to the region’s most comprehensive pediatric specialties, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital offers physicians an outstanding environment to build or advance their careers.
Your clinical practice will include:
- Pediatric well-child care
- Sick visits
- Developmental and behavioral healthcare
- Comprehensive primary pediatric care
- Opportunities to collaborate with an experienced, collegial team
Clinic Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., evening, and weekend hours.
Why Choose a Pediatrics Career with Jefferson Health?
You’ll have access to a comprehensive pediatric network that includes:
- The region’s most pediatric specialties
- 50-bed pediatric inpatient unit
- 36-bed Level IV NICU at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest
- 12-bed Level II PICU
- 13-bed adolescent psychiatric unit
- Children’s Cancer and Multipurpose Infusion Center
- Two Children’s ExpressCARE locations, and growing
- The region’s only 24/7 children’s emergency department
- Children’s Ambulatory Surgery Center
You’ll be part of an organization committed to teamwork, compassion, technology, and delivering an exceptional healthcare experience for every patient and family.
Exceptional Benefits & Total Rewards:
We recognize the dedication of our physicians and offer a generous Total Rewards package, including:
- Starting bonus
- Resident and Fellow educational stipends
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- CME time and allowance
- Relocation assistance, if applicable
Qualifications
- Board-certified or board-eligible in General Pediatrics
- Valid Pennsylvania medical license or ability to obtain one
- Strong clinical skills
- Commitment to excellence in patient care
- Passion for clinical practice and serving children and families
- Excellent interpersonal dynamics
Start or Continue Your Pediatrics Career With Us
Whether you’re considering your first position after training or your next career move, discover the opportunity to grow with a nationally recognized, forward-thinking healthcare organization.
Join the inspired, passionate team at Jefferson Health and help shape the future of pediatric care.
Location
Whitehall- 3691 Crescent Court East
3691 Crescent Ct E, 18052-3433, Whitehall, United States (Map)
Interested? Get In Touch.
Send your CV or contact your recruiter to learn more about this opportunity.
Catherine Sommers
Clinician Recruiter
Email: Catherine.Sommers@jefferson.edu
Phone: 484-215-5065
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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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.