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Otolaryngologists rank among the most consistently sponsored physician specialties for H-1B visas, with hospitals, academic medical centers, and ENT group practices regularly filing petitions for board-eligible and board-certified candidates. Your specialty occupation status is well-established under USCIS criteria, and many employers are experienced with the full sponsorship process.
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Joining the Baylor Scott and White Health team of medical professionals is a calling that is both fulfilling and rewarding. Our culture thrives in a physician-led spirit of excellence. Becoming a member of our multidisciplinary team grants you access to collegiality, innovation and advanced resources in technology. National and regional recognition of our hospitals by U.S. News & World Report is a reflection of our talent and commitment to advanced quality care that is safe and compassionate.
Baylor Scott and White Health is seeking a BE/BC, General Otolaryngologist to join our outstanding Otolaryngology care program in Brenham, TX. This is an employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life balance, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax.
We are looking for a committed team player with a favorable work/training history. The ideal candidate should be focused on quality, and be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians, agencies and other professionals to provide optimum patient care within our award-winning integrated health care system.
The Opportunity
The Brenham Department of Otolaryngology is comprised of 1 ENT surgeon and 1 dedicated audiologist, and offers comprehensive ENT services. Additional details include:
- General ENT practice with outpatient, surgical, and inpatient services
- Call requirement is minimal and negotiable
- Backed by a robust local family & internal medicine and pediatric provider network
- Work with like-minded professionals in a fully integrated health system
- Our Brenham Hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center. Its sister hospital in College Station is a Level III Trauma Center and the newest hospital in the region with an adjacent ambulatory surgery center
- Epic EMR
Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV to: Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP, Sr. Physician Recruiter: Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org
About Baylor Scott and White Clinic – Brenham
Baylor Scott and White Clinic – Brenham is currently building a brand new state-of-the-art multispecialty clinic near Baylor Scott and White Medical Center – Brenham that will serve as home to a consolidated ENT and audiology suite. This position is supported by a group practice that is comprised of more than 30 primary care physicians and advanced practice professionals and offers additional services in 13 other medical and surgical specialties.
About the Community
Set among the green rolling hills of Central Texas, Brenham is filled with history and unexpected discoveries. The picturesque city lies in the heart of bluebonnet country where you can two-step into the past, enjoy the local wines and get a scoop of your favorite ice cream at Blue Bell Creameries. Explore the streets of historic downtown featuring quaint antique and specialty shops, as well as a variety of Texas-inspired dining, lodging, and historic sites. Arts, entertainment, nightlife, and more than 40 bed and breakfast inns make living in Brenham feel like you’re stepping into a postcard.
About Baylor Scott & White Health
Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest health systems in the United States. The integrated network includes hospitals, specialty clinics, outpatient facilities, and an academic research institute, providing comprehensive care across a broad range of medical specialties.
Known for its commitment to innovation, research, and patient-centered care, Baylor Scott & White offers providers access to a collaborative network, advanced clinical resources, and opportunities to practice within one of the state's most respected healthcare organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctorate Degree in Medicine
- Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board
- Where Applicable - Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Otolaryngologist
Verify your medical credentials meet USCIS requirements
USCIS requires an otolaryngology residency completion and, for most petitions, ECFMG certification if you trained outside the U.S. Confirm your credentials are fully documented before engaging employers, since incomplete files delay I-129 filing.
Target academic medical centers and ENT practice groups
Academic hospitals and multispecialty ENT groups file H-1B petitions far more regularly than small private practices. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history specifically in ENT and surgical subspecialties.
Understand the cap-exempt hospital exemption
Many otolaryngology positions at nonprofit teaching hospitals and university health systems qualify as cap-exempt under USCIS rules, meaning your petition bypasses the annual 85,000-slot lottery entirely. Confirm cap-exempt status with each employer before accepting an offer.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above DOL's prevailing wage for your specialty and practice location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 29-1081 to know the wage floor before your offer letter is finalized.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation status
If an employer's HR team is unfamiliar with physician H-1B filings, pull the O*NET profile for otolaryngologists to confirm the role's degree requirements. This documentation supports the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition.
Request premium processing to compress credentialing timelines
Hospitals often need you on staff before residency transition deadlines. Ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing, which reduces adjudication to 15 business days and gives both sides certainty before your start date.
H-1B Visa Otolaryngologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an otolaryngologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Otolaryngology requires a medical degree, residency training, and in most cases fellowship or board certification, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. The degree requirement is inherent to the position, so employers rarely face RFEs on this point. Academic and hospital-based roles are the most straightforward cases.
Are most otolaryngology H-1B positions subject to the annual lottery?
Not always. Positions at nonprofit universities, university-affiliated teaching hospitals, and certain research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning USCIS can adjudicate the petition at any time without lottery selection. Confirming cap-exempt status early is one of the most important steps in your job search. Browse verified cap-exempt employers on Migrate Mate by filtering for H-1B LCA history in ENT roles.
How long does H-1B sponsorship typically take for a physician starting a new otolaryngology position?
For cap-subject petitions, USCIS standard processing currently runs three to six months, and the petition can only be filed starting April 1 for an October 1 start date. Cap-exempt positions can be filed and approved year-round, often within two to four months under standard processing, or as few as 15 business days with premium processing.
What role does the Labor Condition Application play in an otolaryngologist's H-1B petition?
Before filing the I-129, your employer must obtain a certified LCA from DOL confirming the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your specialty and practice location. For otolaryngology, prevailing wages vary significantly by geographic area. You can benchmark the expected wage floor using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer letter.
Can a private ENT practice sponsor an H-1B visa for an otolaryngologist?
Yes, but private practices are cap-subject unless they qualify for a specific exemption, so timing around the lottery is critical. Smaller practices may also be less experienced with the petition process, which can introduce delays. Working with an employer that has prior LCA filing history in your specialty reduces risk significantly.