H-1B Visa Neonatologist Jobs
Neonatologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS standards, requiring at minimum a medical degree plus residency and fellowship training. Academic medical centers, children's hospitals, and large hospital systems are the most active H-1B visa sponsors for this subspecialty, with many filing petitions well before a physician's J-1 visa or residency authorization expires.
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To meet the growing needs of the region and provide seamless, high-quality neonatal care, we are seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Neonatologist to join our expanding team.
Our hospital features a Level III NICU staffed 24 hours a day by dedicated neonatologists, neonatal advanced practice providers (APPs/PAs), and highly skilled neonatal nurses. We welcome physicians seeking mentorship, professional growth, and a long-term career home within a thriving, patient-centered practice.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Perinatal Center
Primary Work Shift:
Day
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$0.00 - $0.00 per hour, depending on experience
United Health Services Hospitals employs more than 7,000 people. As a teaching hospital, affiliated with the SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY and the Binghamton University Health Sciences Center, United Health Services Hospitals trains over 100 physicians per year in residency and fellowship programs.
As a community-based system, the values that guide decision-making and behavior should reflect the culture of its communities and what they expect from their healthcare system. These values place special demands on all who are part of United Health Services Hospitals.
Accepts J1 Visa and H1B Visa. Salary range is $403,433 to $383,261, plus quality and production bonuses.
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
Position Overview
To meet the growing needs of the region and provide seamless, high-quality neonatal care, we are seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Neonatologist to join our expanding team.
Our hospital features a Level III NICU staffed 24 hours a day by dedicated neonatologists, neonatal advanced practice providers (APPs/PAs), and highly skilled neonatal nurses. We welcome physicians seeking mentorship, professional growth, and a long-term career home within a thriving, patient-centered practice.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Perinatal Center
Primary Work Shift:
Day
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$0.00 - $0.00 per hour, depending on experience
United Health Services Hospitals employs more than 7,000 people. As a teaching hospital, affiliated with the SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY and the Binghamton University Health Sciences Center, United Health Services Hospitals trains over 100 physicians per year in residency and fellowship programs.
As a community-based system, the values that guide decision-making and behavior should reflect the culture of its communities and what they expect from their healthcare system. These values place special demands on all who are part of United Health Services Hospitals.
Accepts J1 Visa and H1B Visa. Salary range is $403,433 to $383,261, plus quality and production bonuses.
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
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Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates must hold active ECFMG certification before any U.S. employer can file an H-1B petition on your behalf. Confirm your certification status is current and matches the name on your passport to avoid delays at the USCIS filing stage.
Search LCA filings for neonatology-specific roles
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings by SOC code 29-1062 (Family and General Practice Physicians is a common mis-filing; 29-1228 covers Physicians, All Other). Employers who have filed LCAs for neonatologist titles in the past two years are your highest-probability targets.
Target hospitals with J-1 waiver Conrad 30 history
Many neonatologists enter on J-1 exchange visitor visas and need a Conrad 30 waiver to change status. Hospitals that routinely sponsor Conrad 30 waivers already have immigration counsel experienced with physician H-1B filings, making the transition smoother and faster.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified H-1B sponsors
Filter neonatologist openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces hospital systems and academic medical centers that have sponsored physicians in this subspecialty, letting you skip employers unlikely to file.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer terms
Standard H-1B adjudication can take several months, which creates a gap if your current authorization expires before approval. Request that your prospective employer file with USCIS premium processing as a condition of your offer, compressing the review window to 15 business days.
Understand cap-exempt hospital filing advantages
Neonatologists employed directly by nonprofit hospitals affiliated with research institutions or universities may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B petitions, bypassing the annual lottery entirely. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status with their legal team before accepting an offer.
H-1B Visa Neonatologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a neonatologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Neonatology requires a medical degree, pediatric residency, and a subspecialty fellowship, satisfying USCIS's specialty occupation standard that the position normally requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The highly specialized medical training required means these petitions face minimal scrutiny on specialty occupation grounds compared to many other H-1B roles.
Are most neonatologist H-1B positions subject to the annual cap and lottery?
Not always. Many neonatologist positions are at nonprofit academic medical centers or teaching hospitals that qualify as cap-exempt employers under USCIS rules. Cap-exempt petitions can be filed at any time without lottery selection. If the hospital is a for-profit entity with no qualifying nonprofit affiliation, the standard cap and lottery apply. Confirm the employer's status before signing an offer.
How do I find neonatologist jobs at employers that actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters job listings by verified H-1B LCA filing history so you can see which hospital systems and academic medical centers have sponsored physicians in this subspecialty. You can also cross-reference the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code data to identify employers who have filed certified LCAs for neonatology or closely related physician titles within the past two years.
Can I transition from a J-1 exchange visitor visa to an H-1B as a neonatologist?
Yes, but J-1 physicians are generally subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement before changing status. A Conrad 30 waiver through a state health department or a federal agency waiver can eliminate this requirement, allowing you to change to H-1B status without returning home. Your sponsoring hospital's immigration counsel typically manages this process, and hospitals with a history of Conrad 30 filings are better positioned to guide you through it.
What does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement mean for neonatologist compensation?
Before filing an H-1B petition for a neonatologist, your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying they'll pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the role in the specific geographic area. Prevailing wages are determined by skill level (Level I through IV) and are publicly searchable through the OFLC Wage Search. In practice, board-certified neonatologists typically command compensation well above the Level I threshold, so most academic and hospital employers file at Level III or IV.