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Internist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at minimum a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine degree plus residency training. Most hiring hospitals and health systems sponsor H-1B visas directly, and many also support J-1 visa waiver conversions for physicians completing service obligations.
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Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
Mayo Clinic in Arizona is seeking a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician to join the Division of General Internal Medicine in a unique combined role spanning Executive Health and Integrative Medicine.
The Division of General Internal Medicine is an ambulatory practice that includes Executive Health, Integrative Medicine and Health, International Medicine, and Consultative Medicine. We are seeking a clinician with an innovative mindset who is passionate about delivering highly personalized, consultative care and who thrives in a collaborative academic environment.
Position Highlights
In this role, the selected candidate will provide exceptional, patient-centered, evidence-informed care in an episodic, non-primary care setting. The integrative medicine practice supports internally referred patients, focusing on health promotion and symptom management through lifestyle-based and natural approaches, including stress management and supplement reviews. The Executive Health program emphasizes personalized care, meaningful patient interactions, and collaboration with specialists across the institution.
This position offers the opportunity to work within the Mayo model of care, with access to top-tier diagnostic resources, world-renowned subspecialists, and strong interdisciplinary support. Ancillary services that support integrative medicine include acupuncture, massage, and yoga, in addition to dedicated administrative and nursing staff. The practice environment is designed to foster comprehensive, unhurried patient care and innovation in clinical delivery.
Candidates will have the opportunity to participate in Mayo Clinic’s academic mission through the “three shields” of clinical practice, education, and research. Teaching opportunities are available through the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, including medical student and resident education, with potential opportunities in fellowship education as well.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a physician who combines outstanding clinical judgment with excellent communication skills, professional maturity, and a collaborative approach to care. The ideal candidate will be comfortable serving a consultative, non-primary care patient population and interested in helping grow a distinctive clinical and academic program. Prior leadership experience, a systems-thinking mindset, and interest in innovation, education, and research are highly valued.
Qualifications
- MD, DO, MBBS, or equivalent medical degree.
- Board certification in Internal Medicine.
- Fellowship training or board certification in Integrative Medicine.
- Eligibility for or ability to obtain an unrestricted Arizona medical license.
- Demonstrated excellence in outpatient internal medicine.
- Strong communication skills and the professional maturity to provide a high-touch, episodic experience for a non-primary care patient population.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience or strong interest in Executive Health, Integrative Medicine, lifestyle medicine, or consultative internal medicine.
- Experience and training in the application of Artificial Intelligence in the clinical setting.
- Interest in healthcare innovation, including areas such as digital health, preventive medicine or related models of advanced personalized care and wellness.
- Experience in leadership, program development, education, and scholarly activity.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
As scheduled
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Jennell Prentice Endrizzi
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
Mayo Clinic in Arizona is seeking a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician to join the Division of General Internal Medicine in a unique combined role spanning Executive Health and Integrative Medicine.
The Division of General Internal Medicine is an ambulatory practice that includes Executive Health, Integrative Medicine and Health, International Medicine, and Consultative Medicine. We are seeking a clinician with an innovative mindset who is passionate about delivering highly personalized, consultative care and who thrives in a collaborative academic environment.
Position Highlights
In this role, the selected candidate will provide exceptional, patient-centered, evidence-informed care in an episodic, non-primary care setting. The integrative medicine practice supports internally referred patients, focusing on health promotion and symptom management through lifestyle-based and natural approaches, including stress management and supplement reviews. The Executive Health program emphasizes personalized care, meaningful patient interactions, and collaboration with specialists across the institution.
This position offers the opportunity to work within the Mayo model of care, with access to top-tier diagnostic resources, world-renowned subspecialists, and strong interdisciplinary support. Ancillary services that support integrative medicine include acupuncture, massage, and yoga, in addition to dedicated administrative and nursing staff. The practice environment is designed to foster comprehensive, unhurried patient care and innovation in clinical delivery.
Candidates will have the opportunity to participate in Mayo Clinic’s academic mission through the “three shields” of clinical practice, education, and research. Teaching opportunities are available through the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, including medical student and resident education, with potential opportunities in fellowship education as well.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a physician who combines outstanding clinical judgment with excellent communication skills, professional maturity, and a collaborative approach to care. The ideal candidate will be comfortable serving a consultative, non-primary care patient population and interested in helping grow a distinctive clinical and academic program. Prior leadership experience, a systems-thinking mindset, and interest in innovation, education, and research are highly valued.
Qualifications
- MD, DO, MBBS, or equivalent medical degree.
- Board certification in Internal Medicine.
- Fellowship training or board certification in Integrative Medicine.
- Eligibility for or ability to obtain an unrestricted Arizona medical license.
- Demonstrated excellence in outpatient internal medicine.
- Strong communication skills and the professional maturity to provide a high-touch, episodic experience for a non-primary care patient population.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience or strong interest in Executive Health, Integrative Medicine, lifestyle medicine, or consultative internal medicine.
- Experience and training in the application of Artificial Intelligence in the clinical setting.
- Interest in healthcare innovation, including areas such as digital health, preventive medicine or related models of advanced personalized care and wellness.
- Experience in leadership, program development, education, and scholarly activity.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
As scheduled
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Jennell Prentice Endrizzi
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Internist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates need active ECFMG certification before any U.S. employer can file an H-1B petition. Confirm your certification status is current and matches the name on your passport to avoid processing delays at USCIS.
Target teaching hospitals and large health systems
Academic medical centers and multi-site health systems file H-1B petitions regularly for internists and have established immigration teams. Community practices often lack that infrastructure, so focus your search on institutions with documented sponsorship history.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter internist roles by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces health systems that have actively sponsored the role before, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness during outreach.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specialty and location. Look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before entering salary discussions so you know the federal floor.
Clarify J-1 waiver status early in the process
If you completed a J-1 residency, confirm whether your two-year home residency requirement has been waived before an employer files your H-1B. An unresolved J-1 obligation blocks USCIS from approving the petition regardless of employer sponsorship.
Request premium processing when your start date is fixed
Hospital credentialing calendars and residency program end dates create hard start deadlines. Ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing so USCIS adjudicates the petition within 15 business days rather than several months.
H-1B Visa Internist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Internist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Internal medicine requires a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree plus completion of an accredited residency program, meeting USCIS's specialty occupation standard of a minimum bachelor's-equivalent degree in a specific field. The O*NET occupation profile for physicians confirms the advanced degree requirement, and USCIS consistently approves H-1B petitions for internists when the employer documents the degree requirements properly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for internists?
Teaching hospitals, academic medical centers, large multispecialty groups, and federally qualified health centers are the most common H-1B sponsors for internists. These institutions file LCAs with DOL routinely and have immigration counsel on retainer. Smaller private practices occasionally sponsor but often lack the administrative capacity, making larger systems a more reliable target. You can filter for employers with verified LCA filing history on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect physicians applying for internist jobs?
Most hospital employers and academic medical centers are cap-exempt under USCIS rules because they qualify as institutions of higher education or nonprofit research organizations affiliated with one. Cap-exempt filing means your employer can submit the H-1B petition at any time of year without entering the lottery, which significantly reduces timeline uncertainty for credentialing and start-date planning.
Can I switch from a J-1 visa to H-1B while working as an internist?
You can convert from J-1 to H-1B, but only after your two-year home residency requirement is either fulfilled or formally waived. Conrad 30 and federal agency waivers are the most common pathways for physicians. Once a waiver is approved, your employer files the H-1B change of status petition with USCIS. Starting the waiver process early matters because DOL certification and USCIS adjudication together can take six months or more.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need your medical degree transcripts and diploma, ECFMG certification letter for international medical graduates, residency completion certificate, current state medical license or documentation of pending licensure, and a copy of your passport. Your employer's immigration attorney will also need your CV and a signed employment offer letter. Having all credentials authenticated and organized before the filing window shortens the process considerably.