H-1B Visa Maxillofacial Surgeon Jobs
Maxillofacial surgeons qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a medical degree and surgical residency training. Most positions are at academic medical centers, hospital systems, or oral surgery practices that file petitions through USCIS. Competition for sponsored roles is lower than in primary care, but credential verification and licensing timelines add complexity.
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6100 Pan American Freeway NE Albuquerque, NM 87109
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $20.10 Maximum Offer $34.21
Summary
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring an Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients in an Outpatient Clinic. Common responsibilities include preparing the patient for the visit, maintaining efficient patient flow, assisting the provider with treatments and procedures, medication administration, support for clerical functions to include scheduling, referrals, authorization and in-basket support with the EMR. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
- Provides support for clerical functions to include scheduling, referrals, and prior authorizations
- Performs activities to maintain a clean, stocked, safe, and well-organized patient care environment
- Participates in a care team to meet patient care and clinic needs, working cooperatively with others to accomplish required work in a timely and efficient manner
- Assists Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical staff with procedures and patients under local, nitrous oxide, deep sedation and general anesthesia; under direct supervision of surgeon, performs extra- and intra-oral procedures (i.e. suture removal, dressing changes, irrigations, changing elastics); assists with airway maintenance during procedures, to include routine head tilt, chin lift or jaw thrust; places monitors, records data, and reports to surgeon; and documents anesthesia record. Accurately takes impressions, bite registrations and fabricates models for pre-operative Orthognathic and trauma patients. Exposes and develops x-rays; ensures that x-rays are of adequate diagnostic quality, duplicate x-rays as needed
- Responses to patient calls related to test results, medication refills, and referral requests under the direction of the provider. Trained in various programs to include but not limited to scheduling, prior authorizations, and referral management
- Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
- One year of experience as oral surgery assistant
- Current Radiology and BLS certifications required
- Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant (COMSA) by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) or current certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) preferred
- High School Diploma or GED
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location Address:
6100 Pan American Freeway NE Albuquerque, NM 87109
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $20.10 Maximum Offer $34.21
Summary
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring an Oral Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients in an Outpatient Clinic. Common responsibilities include preparing the patient for the visit, maintaining efficient patient flow, assisting the provider with treatments and procedures, medication administration, support for clerical functions to include scheduling, referrals, authorization and in-basket support with the EMR. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
- Provides support for clerical functions to include scheduling, referrals, and prior authorizations
- Performs activities to maintain a clean, stocked, safe, and well-organized patient care environment
- Participates in a care team to meet patient care and clinic needs, working cooperatively with others to accomplish required work in a timely and efficient manner
- Assists Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical staff with procedures and patients under local, nitrous oxide, deep sedation and general anesthesia; under direct supervision of surgeon, performs extra- and intra-oral procedures (i.e. suture removal, dressing changes, irrigations, changing elastics); assists with airway maintenance during procedures, to include routine head tilt, chin lift or jaw thrust; places monitors, records data, and reports to surgeon; and documents anesthesia record. Accurately takes impressions, bite registrations and fabricates models for pre-operative Orthognathic and trauma patients. Exposes and develops x-rays; ensures that x-rays are of adequate diagnostic quality, duplicate x-rays as needed
- Responses to patient calls related to test results, medication refills, and referral requests under the direction of the provider. Trained in various programs to include but not limited to scheduling, prior authorizations, and referral management
- Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
- One year of experience as oral surgery assistant
- Current Radiology and BLS certifications required
- Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Assistant (COMSA) by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) or current certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) preferred
- High School Diploma or GED
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Maxillofacial Surgeon
Verify your foreign surgical credentials early
U.S. boards require ECFMG certification and completion of an accredited residency program before you can be licensed. Start credential verification at least 12 months before your target start date, since state dental and medical board processing varies widely.
Target academic medical centers specifically
Hospital-based oral and maxillofacial surgery programs at academic centers hold cap-exempt H-1B status under INA, meaning your petition isn't subject to the annual lottery. Prioritize university hospitals and affiliated teaching institutions when building your employer shortlist.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with documented LCA filing history for surgical and dental specialties on Migrate Mate. This shows you which hospital systems and surgery groups have actively sponsored comparable roles, so you're not guessing at willingness to sponsor.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Look up the wage level for your SOC code using the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation. Maxillofacial surgery often falls at Level III or IV, and your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above that threshold or USCIS will issue an RFE.
Align your start date with H-1B cap timelines
If your employer is cap-subject, USCIS only accepts H-1B registrations in March for an October 1 start. Build your job search timeline backward from that date and discuss premium processing with your employer to avoid a gap between residency and employment authorization.
Document your subspecialty training for the petition
General oral surgery and maxillofacial surgery with craniofacial or orthognathic subspecialty training aren't identical in USCIS adjudication. Your I-129 petition should include fellowship certificates, operative logs, and a detailed job duties letter that maps your training directly to the role's specialty requirements.
H-1B Visa Maxillofacial Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
Does maxillofacial surgery qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Maxillofacial surgery requires a dental degree, a medical degree in many U.S. programs, and completion of an accredited surgical residency. USCIS treats it as a specialty occupation because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, and surgical training well exceeds that threshold. Your employer confirms the requirement in the LCA and I-129 petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for maxillofacial surgeons?
Academic medical centers, university-affiliated dental schools, and large hospital systems are the most active sponsors. Many qualify as cap-exempt institutions, which means you avoid the annual H-1B lottery entirely. Private oral surgery practices can also sponsor, but they're cap-subject and must register during the March lottery window. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified LCA filing history for surgical roles.
How does state licensing affect H-1B sponsorship for this role?
You must hold a valid state dental or medical license to practice, and most states require ECFMG certification plus completion of a U.S.-accredited residency before issuing a license. Your employer can file the H-1B petition while your license application is pending, but USCIS may request evidence that licensure is imminent. Delays in state board processing can push your actual start date past your H-1B approval date.
What is the H-1B prevailing wage requirement for maxillofacial surgeons?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area. Maxillofacial surgery typically maps to a Level III or IV wage, reflecting the subspecialty training involved. You can verify the applicable wage tier before accepting an offer using the OFLC Wage Search. Wages set below the prevailing rate are a common RFE trigger.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B as a maxillofacial surgeon?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If you've had an approved or pending I-129 for more than 180 days, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval. Your new employer must file before you leave your current position to maintain continuous authorized status. The new role must also qualify as a specialty occupation.