H-1B Visa Oncologist Jobs

Oncologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring a medical degree and board certification or eligibility. Academic medical centers, NCI-designated cancer centers, and large hospital systems are among the most active H-1B visa sponsors for this role. Most oncology positions file under SOC code 29-1228.

Find H-1B Visa Oncologist Jobs

Overview

Open Jobs442+
Work Type99% On-site
Top LocationBoston, MA
Most JobsOneOncology

Showing 5 of 442+ Oncologist jobs

Essentia Health
Radiation Oncologist
We won't show you this job again
Essentia Health
New 1h ago
Radiation Oncologist
Essentia Health
Fargo, North Dakota
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$641k/yr
On-Site
Other
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
We won't show you this job again
Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
New 3h ago
Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

Have you applied for this role?

University of Maryland Medical System
Hematologist-Oncologist Physician
We won't show you this job again
University of Maryland Medical System
New 11h ago
Hematologist-Oncologist Physician
University of Maryland Medical System
Towson, Maryland
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
On-Site
None
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

MaineHealth
Surgical Oncologist
We won't show you this job again
MaineHealth
New 22h ago
Surgical Oncologist
MaineHealth
Portland, Maine
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Physicians
$615k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Thrive Pet Healthcare
Veterinary Medical Oncologist
We won't show you this job again
Thrive Pet Healthcare
Added 1d ago
Veterinary Medical Oncologist
Thrive Pet Healthcare
Miami, Florida
Allied Health
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

See all 442+ Oncologist Jobs

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Oncologist roles.

Get Access To All Jobs

See all 442+ H-1B Visa Oncologist Jobs

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new H-1B Visa Oncologist Jobs.

Get Access To All Jobs

Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Oncologist

Verify your ECFMG certification status early

H-1B petitions for foreign-trained oncologists require ECFMG certification as proof of foreign medical graduate credentials. USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation evidence closely for physician roles, so confirm your certification is current before any employer begins the I-129 filing.

Target NCI-designated cancer centers specifically

NCI-designated centers and academic medical systems file H-1B petitions routinely and have dedicated immigration counsel on staff. Community hospitals and private oncology practices sponsor far less frequently, so filtering your search by institution type saves time.

Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate

Use Migrate Mate to filter oncologist openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This surfaces institutions that have actively sponsored the role rather than those that only claim willingness to sponsor during negotiations.

Check prevailing wage tiers before accepting offers

Run your specialty and geographic location through the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing any offer. Oncology prevailing wages vary significantly by metro area and Level I through Level IV tiers, and your offer must meet the DOL-certified wage on the LCA.

Clarify cap-exempt status with your prospective employer

Hospitals affiliated with a university or nonprofit research institution may qualify as cap-exempt employers, letting you file outside the annual H-1B lottery. Ask HR directly whether the hiring entity holds cap-exempt status before counting on that filing pathway.

Align your fellowship completion with the H-1B filing window

The H-1B cap registration window opens in March for an October 1 start date. If your fellowship ends mid-year, work with your employer to plan a cap-gap or cap-exempt bridge so your authorization doesn't lapse between training completion and H-1B activation.

H-1B Visa Oncologist: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an oncologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes. Oncology requires a Doctor of Medicine degree and residency plus fellowship training in a specific field such as medical, surgical, or radiation oncology. USCIS classifies it as a specialty occupation because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific specialty, and a medical degree clearly satisfies that standard. Board certification or eligibility in your oncology subspecialty strengthens the petition further.

Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for oncologists?

Academic medical centers, NCI-designated cancer centers, Veterans Affairs medical centers, and large nonprofit hospital systems are the most active H-1B sponsors for oncologists. These institutions file petitions routinely and maintain in-house immigration teams. Smaller private oncology groups and community hospitals sponsor less frequently because the legal and administrative costs are significant relative to their volume. Browse oncologist openings with confirmed LCA filing history on Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors.

Can an oncologist avoid the H-1B lottery through a cap-exempt employer?

Yes, if your employer qualifies. Institutions that are affiliated with a university, are a nonprofit research organization, or are a government research entity may file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. Many academic medical centers and teaching hospitals meet this threshold. Confirm cap-exempt status with HR before you assume lottery-free filing, since not all hospital employers qualify even if they have academic affiliations.

How does the prevailing wage requirement work for oncologist H-1B petitions?

Before filing your I-129, your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from the DOL confirming that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupational classification and work location. Oncology wages are tiered Level I through Level IV based on experience and job complexity. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your metro area before you negotiate your offer, so you can confirm the employer's figure is compliant.

What credentials does USCIS require for an H-1B petition as a foreign-trained oncologist?

USCIS requires evidence that you hold a qualifying degree equivalent to a U.S. Doctor of Medicine degree. For foreign medical graduates, that means current ECFMG certification, which verifies your medical education and clinical skills. You'll also need documentation of your residency completion and fellowship training in your oncology subspecialty. If you trained outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization may be required to establish degree equivalency.