H-1B Visa Geriatric Psychiatrist Jobs
Geriatric psychiatrists qualify as H-1B specialty occupation workers under the mental health and neuroscience SOC codes, making employer sponsorship straightforward for most academic medical centers, VA hospitals, and integrated health systems. Demand for this subspecialty significantly outpaces supply, which gives qualified candidates real negotiating leverage on sponsorship.
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Oregon Health & Science University and Tuality Healthcare's affiliation combines Tuality’s deep community roots with OHSU’s role as a provider of complex and advanced specialty care.
Function/Duties of Position:
The primary function of the Geriatric Psychiatrist is to provide direct clinical care in the inpatient setting to geriatric patients on an as needed basis. Moonlight with us and provide comprehensive inpatient mental health treatment in a positive and supportive environment.
This position is located at a newly redesigned Geriatric Psychiatry Clinic at Tuality Hospital in Hillsboro, Oregon an acute psychiatric facility serving patients age 60 and older.
As an OHSU employee, you will find additional opportunities to teach and mentor residents and fellows, participate in regular Grand Rounds presentations (1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit), explore opportunities to serve with the Unity Center for Behavioral Health and collaborate with a host of engaged faculty, staff and educators.
Required Qualifications:
- MD/DO
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in both Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong preference for those having completed Fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry
Additional Details:
Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a cover letter and Resume or CV.
Why apply to OHSU?:
We are Oregon’s only public academic health center.
In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland’s largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome.
OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.
To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
Department Overview:
Oregon Health & Science University and Tuality Healthcare's affiliation combines Tuality’s deep community roots with OHSU’s role as a provider of complex and advanced specialty care.
Function/Duties of Position:
The primary function of the Geriatric Psychiatrist is to provide direct clinical care in the inpatient setting to geriatric patients on an as needed basis. Moonlight with us and provide comprehensive inpatient mental health treatment in a positive and supportive environment.
This position is located at a newly redesigned Geriatric Psychiatry Clinic at Tuality Hospital in Hillsboro, Oregon an acute psychiatric facility serving patients age 60 and older.
As an OHSU employee, you will find additional opportunities to teach and mentor residents and fellows, participate in regular Grand Rounds presentations (1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit), explore opportunities to serve with the Unity Center for Behavioral Health and collaborate with a host of engaged faculty, staff and educators.
Required Qualifications:
- MD/DO
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in both Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong preference for those having completed Fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry
Additional Details:
Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a cover letter and Resume or CV.
Why apply to OHSU?:
We are Oregon’s only public academic health center.
In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland’s largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome.
OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.
To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Geriatric Psychiatrist
Verify your board certification before applying
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for psychiatry subspecialties. Having CAQ certification in Geriatric Psychiatry from ABPN alongside your general psychiatry board certification strengthens your H-1B petition and reduces RFE risk substantially.
Target VA and academic health systems first
VA hospitals and university-affiliated medical centers file H-1B petitions regularly for geriatric psychiatrists and have in-house immigration counsel. These employers also qualify as cap-exempt institutions, letting you bypass the annual lottery entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter for geriatric psychiatry or general psychiatry roles at employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by employer, so you can see which health systems have sponsored this role before.
Request a J-1 waiver status check early
Many geriatric psychiatrists enter the U.S. on J-1 training visas with a two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your Conrad 30 waiver status or IGA waiver approval before your employer files the I-129, since an outstanding home-residency obligation blocks H-1B approval.
Negotiate LCA wage level into your offer letter
DOL requires your offered wage to meet the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm whether your offer reflects a Level II or Level III wage before signing, since underpayment triggers automatic LCA noncompliance.
Align your start date with the I-129 filing window
USCIS allows H-1B petitions to be filed up to six months before your intended start date. For cap-subject positions, coordinate your offer letter effective date with the October 1 fiscal year start to avoid a gap in your work authorization.
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Find Geriatric Psychiatrist JobsGeriatric Psychiatrist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does geriatric psychiatry qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Geriatric psychiatry requires a medical degree, residency in psychiatry, and fellowship training in geriatric psychiatry, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation standard requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The O*NET occupation profile for psychiatrists confirms the theoretical and practical knowledge requirements that support this classification.
Can I get H-1B sponsorship if I completed a J-1 psychiatry fellowship?
You can, but only after resolving any two-year home residency requirement attached to your J-1. Most geriatric psychiatry fellows use the Conrad 30 State Health Department Waiver or an Interested Government Agency waiver to clear this obligation. Your employer's immigration counsel files the waiver request, and USCIS won't approve the H-1B petition until it's resolved.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for geriatric psychiatrists?
Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit hospital systems are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this subspecialty. VA and university-affiliated hospitals are cap-exempt, so they can file year-round without entering the lottery. Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have filed H-1B LCAs for psychiatry roles in your target location.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect geriatric psychiatrists?
If your employer is a for-profit health system or private group practice, your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery capped at 85,000 slots. Cap-exempt employers, including nonprofit hospitals and VA facilities, can file at any time and aren't subject to the lottery. Given the shortage of geriatric psychiatrists, many employers actively structure their operations to qualify as cap-exempt.
What documents does my employer need to file my H-1B petition?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL first, certifying your wage meets the prevailing rate for your location and SOC code. Once certified, they submit Form I-129 to USCIS with your medical degree, ABPN board certification, fellowship completion letter, a detailed job description establishing specialty occupation, and your CV. Your CAQ certification in Geriatric Psychiatry strengthens the specialty occupation argument significantly.
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