H-1B Visa Obstetrician/Gynecologist Jobs
Obstetrician/gynecologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations requiring at minimum a medical degree plus residency completion. Most positions are at hospitals, health systems, and multispecialty groups with established H-1B filing infrastructure. OB/GYN shortages in underserved areas create genuine sponsorship demand, and J-1 visa waiver Conrad 30 programs offer an alternative path worth knowing before you file.
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Henry Ford Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Obstetrician-Gynecologist to join our thriving Women's Health team serving the Downriver communities of Brownstown and Southgate, Michigan. This is an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding practice within one of the nation's leading integrated health systems while enjoying the support of a collaborative, physician-led team and access to advanced tertiary and quaternary care resources.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of our established and growing OB/GYN program, you will provide comprehensive women's healthcare across the continuum, caring for a diverse patient population in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Physicians enjoy the autonomy to practice full-scope OB/GYN while benefiting from the resources, innovation, and stability of a nationally recognized academic health system.
Practice Highlights
- Full-scope OB/GYN practice with a balanced mix of obstetrics, gynecology, preventive care, and office-based procedures
- Clinical practice based primarily at Henry Ford Health Center – Brownstown and Southgate Women's Health Clinic
- Deliveries and inpatient care at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital with access to the subspecialty expertise and advanced resources of Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit
- Opportunity to perform gynecologic surgery, including minimally invasive procedures
- Collaborative team of experienced OB/GYN physicians, certified nurse midwives, advanced practice providers, and dedicated nursing staff
- Integrated care model with seamless access to imaging, laboratory services, maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, reproductive endocrinology, urogynecology, and other specialty services
- Shared call responsibilities supported by a strong hospital-based team designed to promote work-life balance
- EPIC electronic medical record across the health system
Academic & Professional Growth
- Faculty appointment opportunities through Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents
- Access to clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, leadership development, and continuing medical education opportunities
- Join a health system committed to innovation, physician engagement, and clinical excellence
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE
Henry Ford Health offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package including:
- Competitive productivity incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Generous paid time off and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
LOCATION
Brownstown and Southgate offer the best of suburban living with easy access to Detroit, Ann Arbor, and the Great Lakes region. Enjoy affordable housing, highly rated schools, diverse dining and entertainment options, and abundant outdoor recreation. Whether you prefer a vibrant urban lifestyle or a family-oriented community, Southeast Michigan offers something for everyone.
Join Henry Ford Health and become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing women's health through exceptional patient care, education, innovation, and community partnership.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Eligible for medical licensure in Michigan
Come build your future with a nationally recognized health system that is transforming healthcare while supporting physicians in achieving both professional fulfillment and personal well-being.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
- Department: OB Physicians-WH
- Shift: Day Job
- Union Code: Not Applicable
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
BENEFITS
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
INTRODUCTION
Henry Ford Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Obstetrician-Gynecologist to join our thriving Women's Health team serving the Downriver communities of Brownstown and Southgate, Michigan. This is an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding practice within one of the nation's leading integrated health systems while enjoying the support of a collaborative, physician-led team and access to advanced tertiary and quaternary care resources.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of our established and growing OB/GYN program, you will provide comprehensive women's healthcare across the continuum, caring for a diverse patient population in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Physicians enjoy the autonomy to practice full-scope OB/GYN while benefiting from the resources, innovation, and stability of a nationally recognized academic health system.
Practice Highlights
- Full-scope OB/GYN practice with a balanced mix of obstetrics, gynecology, preventive care, and office-based procedures
- Clinical practice based primarily at Henry Ford Health Center – Brownstown and Southgate Women's Health Clinic
- Deliveries and inpatient care at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital with access to the subspecialty expertise and advanced resources of Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit
- Opportunity to perform gynecologic surgery, including minimally invasive procedures
- Collaborative team of experienced OB/GYN physicians, certified nurse midwives, advanced practice providers, and dedicated nursing staff
- Integrated care model with seamless access to imaging, laboratory services, maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, reproductive endocrinology, urogynecology, and other specialty services
- Shared call responsibilities supported by a strong hospital-based team designed to promote work-life balance
- EPIC electronic medical record across the health system
Academic & Professional Growth
- Faculty appointment opportunities through Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents
- Access to clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, leadership development, and continuing medical education opportunities
- Join a health system committed to innovation, physician engagement, and clinical excellence
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE
Henry Ford Health offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package including:
- Competitive productivity incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Generous paid time off and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
LOCATION
Brownstown and Southgate offer the best of suburban living with easy access to Detroit, Ann Arbor, and the Great Lakes region. Enjoy affordable housing, highly rated schools, diverse dining and entertainment options, and abundant outdoor recreation. Whether you prefer a vibrant urban lifestyle or a family-oriented community, Southeast Michigan offers something for everyone.
Join Henry Ford Health and become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing women's health through exceptional patient care, education, innovation, and community partnership.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Eligible for medical licensure in Michigan
Come build your future with a nationally recognized health system that is transforming healthcare while supporting physicians in achieving both professional fulfillment and personal well-being.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
- Department: OB Physicians-WH
- Shift: Day Job
- Union Code: Not Applicable
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
BENEFITS
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates must hold valid ECFMG certification before any employer can file an H-1B petition. Confirm your certification is current and that your medical degree is on file with ECFMG before contacting recruiters.
Target hospitals with GME programs first
Teaching hospitals and academic medical centers run Graduate Medical Education programs and have dedicated immigration counsel on staff. They file H-1B petitions routinely and won't need educating on the process the way a private practice might.
Check DOL prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your OB/GYN role in their specific location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wage tiers before you enter salary discussions so you can evaluate any offer accurately.
Search H-1B-filing OB/GYN employers on Migrate Mate
Filter OB/GYN roles on Migrate Mate by verified H-1B LCA filing history to identify employers who have sponsored the occupation before. This cuts out practices that intend to sponsor but have never actually filed.
Clarify H-1B or J-1 waiver paths with each employer
Some health systems prefer Conrad 30 J-1 waiver hires over direct H-1B sponsorship, especially for underserved-area placements. Ask each employer explicitly which path they'll support before investing time in their interview process.
Request premium processing to protect your start date
OB/GYN credentialing with a hospital takes two to four months. If your petition isn't adjudicated before credentialing completes, your employment start date slips. Ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing to get a decision within 15 business days.
H-1B Visa Obstetrician/Gynecologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an OB/GYN role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. OB/GYN positions require a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine degree plus completion of a four-year accredited residency in obstetrics and gynecology. USCIS treats physician roles as clear specialty occupations because the minimum entry requirement is a specific professional degree, not a general bachelor's degree.
Which types of employers most often sponsor H-1B visas for OB/GYNs?
Academic medical centers, multi-hospital health systems, federally qualified health centers, and large multispecialty groups are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for OB/GYN roles. They have in-house immigration teams or retained immigration counsel and file petitions regularly. Solo or small-group private practices occasionally sponsor but require more vetting on your part. You can filter for employers with verified filing history on Migrate Mate.
Can an OB/GYN on a J-1 waiver switch to H-1B status?
Yes, but timing matters. Conrad 30 J-1 waivers require a three-year service commitment at an approved underserved-area site. Once that obligation is fulfilled, your employer can file an H-1B petition on your behalf. Some employers file the H-1B petition before the waiver period ends so status converts automatically when the obligation is complete.
Does my employer need to file an LCA before my H-1B petition?
Yes. Before filing Form I-129 with USCIS, your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL. The LCA confirms the position pays at least the prevailing wage for OB/GYN work in that geographic area and that hiring you won't adversely affect similarly employed workers. Certification through DOL's FLAG system typically takes seven business days.
What happens to my H-1B status if my hospital privileges are suspended during adjudication?
H-1B status is tied to your ability to perform the duties listed in the petition. If hospital credentialing is suspended or revoked, you technically can't fulfill the specialty occupation role, which creates a compliance issue. Notify your employer's immigration counsel immediately. They may need to file an amended petition or notify USCIS of a material change in employment conditions before your status is formally affected.