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Nephrologists rank among the most consistently sponsored H-1B specialty occupations, with academic medical centers, dialysis networks, and hospital systems filing LCAs year after year. Board certification, USMLE completion, and a nephrology fellowship are the credential baseline employers expect before initiating sponsorship.
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Baylor Scott & White
Temple, TX
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a BE/BC Nephrologist, to join Baylor Scott & White – Temple location
Position Highlights
The Division of Nephrology and Transplantation at Baylor Scott & White Health – Temple offers a dynamic academic environment dedicated to excellence in clinical care, education, and innovation in kidney health. The division provides comprehensive, patient-centered management for the full spectrum of kidney diseases across Central Texas and is composed of nine general nephrologists, two transplant nephrologists, and eight advanced practice providers. Baylor Scott & White manages its outpatient dialysis program, caring for more than 600 patients. The ACGME-accredited Baylor Scott & White Nephrology Fellowship Program trains two fellows per year. Faculty are actively engaged in teaching, clinical research, and quality improvement initiatives that advance value-based and precision kidney care. The division maintains a close affiliation with Baylor College of Medicine, and the successful candidate will be eligible for faculty appointment. The Baylor College of Medicine Temple Campus further enriches the academic environment, with medical students regularly rotating through the nephrology service, creating opportunities for teaching and mentorship.
- Open to experienced nephrologists and/or new fellows
- Schedule is expected to be Monday-Friday
- Required call
- This is an employed position with a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, a comprehensive benefits package, and no state income tax.
- Epic EMR system
About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple is a 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. In 2022, the hospital ranks No.5 of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. #1 in GME programs? The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs.
About the Community
Temple is regarded as one of the best areas to live and work in Texas and was ranked the sixth most affordable place to live in the U.S. in 2019. In addition to no state taxes, Temple enjoys a robust economy, and a cost of living that’s lower than the national average. Served by four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed the “Wildflower Capital of Texas,” Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
Baylor Scott & White Health Benefits: At Baylor Scott & White Health, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package in an employed position that includes:
- Immediate eligibility for generous health benefits
- Amazing retirement plan and market competitive compensation
- Outstanding vacation allowance - Plus 3 weeks of CME paid days off per year.
Qualifications
- Doctorate Degree in Medicine
- Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board
- Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate active pursuit of board certification as defined by the appropriate specialty board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists
Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.
For additional information about this opportunity, please contact:
Melisa Harrison, Physician Recruiter, at Melisa.Harrison@BSWHealth.org
Nephrologist
Baylor Scott & White
Temple, TX
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a BE/BC Nephrologist, to join Baylor Scott & White – Temple location
Position Highlights
The Division of Nephrology and Transplantation at Baylor Scott & White Health – Temple offers a dynamic academic environment dedicated to excellence in clinical care, education, and innovation in kidney health. The division provides comprehensive, patient-centered management for the full spectrum of kidney diseases across Central Texas and is composed of nine general nephrologists, two transplant nephrologists, and eight advanced practice providers. Baylor Scott & White manages its outpatient dialysis program, caring for more than 600 patients. The ACGME-accredited Baylor Scott & White Nephrology Fellowship Program trains two fellows per year. Faculty are actively engaged in teaching, clinical research, and quality improvement initiatives that advance value-based and precision kidney care. The division maintains a close affiliation with Baylor College of Medicine, and the successful candidate will be eligible for faculty appointment. The Baylor College of Medicine Temple Campus further enriches the academic environment, with medical students regularly rotating through the nephrology service, creating opportunities for teaching and mentorship.
- Open to experienced nephrologists and/or new fellows
- Schedule is expected to be Monday-Friday
- Required call
- This is an employed position with a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, a comprehensive benefits package, and no state income tax.
- Epic EMR system
About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple is a 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. In 2022, the hospital ranks No.5 of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. #1 in GME programs? The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs.
About the Community
Temple is regarded as one of the best areas to live and work in Texas and was ranked the sixth most affordable place to live in the U.S. in 2019. In addition to no state taxes, Temple enjoys a robust economy, and a cost of living that’s lower than the national average. Served by four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed the “Wildflower Capital of Texas,” Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
Baylor Scott & White Health Benefits: At Baylor Scott & White Health, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package in an employed position that includes:
- Immediate eligibility for generous health benefits
- Amazing retirement plan and market competitive compensation
- Outstanding vacation allowance - Plus 3 weeks of CME paid days off per year.
Qualifications
- Doctorate Degree in Medicine
- Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board
- Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate active pursuit of board certification as defined by the appropriate specialty board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists
Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.
For additional information about this opportunity, please contact:
Melisa Harrison, Physician Recruiter, at Melisa.Harrison@BSWHealth.org
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Nephrologist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates must hold ECFMG certification before any U.S. employer can sponsor an H-1B for a clinical nephrology role. Confirm your certification status is current and matches the name on your passport to avoid petition delays.
Target nephrology group practices and dialysis networks
Academic hospitals and large dialysis organizations file H-1B petitions regularly for nephrologists. Searching DOL LCA disclosure data by SOC code 29-1069 identifies which employer types have active filing histories for this specialty, narrowing your outreach list.
Search H-1B employer histories on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter nephrologist openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to practices that have never sponsored. This cuts wasted applications and surfaces hiring managers already familiar with the process.
Request a prevailing wage determination early
Your offer salary must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for the nephrology role and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating compensation so you understand the wage level your employer must certify on the LCA before USCIS ever sees the petition.
Confirm the employer's H-1B cap-exempt status
Hospitals affiliated with a university or nonprofit research institution may qualify as cap-exempt, letting you start work any time rather than waiting for the October 1 fiscal-year start. Ask HR whether the entity files under INA Section 214(c)(3) cap-exempt provisions.
Get state medical licensure lined up before the I-129 is filed
USCIS requires proof that you're qualified to perform the specialty occupation. For nephrologists, that means a valid state medical license or a documented pathway to licensure. Missing licensure documentation is a leading RFE trigger on physician H-1B petitions.
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Find Nephrologist JobsNephrologist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does nephrology qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Nephrology meets the USCIS specialty occupation definition because the role requires at minimum a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in a directly related field, and in practice requires a medical degree, residency, and subspecialty fellowship. The O*NET profile for physicians and surgeons confirms the theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge that the H-1B classification requires.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for nephrologists?
Academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and large outpatient dialysis organizations file the majority of nephrologist H-1B petitions. Multispecialty physician groups and Veterans Affairs facilities also sponsor regularly. Private solo or small group practices sponsor far less often because of the administrative cost and compliance burden. Migrate Mate lets you filter nephrologist openings by employers with confirmed LCA filing history.
What happens to my H-1B status if I switch from a hospital to a private nephrology practice?
An employer change requires the new practice to file a new H-1B petition with USCIS before you begin work there. Under AC21 portability, if your petition has been pending for 180 days or more and is in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification, you may be eligible to port to the new employer. Confirm the new practice is willing to file and can meet the prevailing wage before resigning.
Can a nephrology fellowship program sponsor an H-1B?
Many nephrology fellowship programs at university-affiliated hospitals qualify as cap-exempt employers, which means they can sponsor an H-1B at any point in the year without waiting for the annual lottery. You'd need to confirm whether the program entity itself holds cap-exempt status. Some fellows complete training on a J-1 exchange visitor visa and must address the two-year home residency requirement before transitioning to H-1B.
How does the H-1B lottery affect physician recruitment timelines for nephrologists?
Cap-subject H-1B petitions are selected in a random lottery each April for an October 1 start date, which creates a six-month gap that disrupts hospital credentialing and patient panel buildout. Employers often solve this by using a J-1 to H-1B transition or by confirming their institution qualifies as cap-exempt. If your employer is cap-subject, lottery non-selection means waiting a full year to refile, so confirming cap status early is essential.
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