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Physiatrists qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupation workers because the role requires a medical degree, residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation, and board certification. Most physiatrist positions are filed under SOC code 29-1069, and hospital systems, rehabilitation networks, and academic medical centers are the most active H-1B sponsors for this specialty.
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Jefferson Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician with expertise or a strong interest in Electromyography (EMG) and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medicine to join our growing and dynamic academic Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated physiatrist to combine specialized electrodiagnostic medicine with outpatient musculoskeletal care, clinical education, and academic collaboration within a nationally recognized rehabilitation program.
The successful candidate will join an established team of 36 physiatrists and play an integral role in our accredited Electromyography laboratory, providing high-quality electrodiagnostic services while teaching and mentoring residents and fellows.
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's leading rehabilitation hospitals and ranked #1 in Pennsylvania, Moss Rehab offers an outstanding clinical environment with access to advanced diagnostic resources, interdisciplinary expertise, and opportunities for academic and research collaboration.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform and interpret electrodiagnostic studies, including Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), to evaluate neuromuscular disorders, peripheral nerve injuries, radiculopathies, and related conditions.
- Provide comprehensive outpatient musculoskeletal evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients with a broad range of musculoskeletal and functional conditions.
- Participate in clinical activities within our accredited Electromyography laboratory, maintaining the highest standards of diagnostic accuracy, patient safety, and quality of care.
- Serve as a clinical educator and mentor to PM&R residents and fellows, providing hands-on instruction in electrodiagnostic techniques, interpretation, and clinical applications.
- Collaborate with physiatrists, neurologists, orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans focused on improving mobility, restoring function, and enhancing patients' quality of life.
- Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on clinical excellence, quality improvement, patient satisfaction, and program development.
- Participate in academic activities, including resident and fellow education, case discussions, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
- Explore opportunities for scholarly activities and research collaboration with the Jefferson Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute based on individual interests and departmental priorities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Clinical training and demonstrated competency in performing and interpreting Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies.
- Strong interest in outpatient musculoskeletal medicine and electrodiagnostic evaluation.
- Commitment to clinical education, mentorship, and the academic mission of the department.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and patient satisfaction.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification or anticipated certification by the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM).
- Experience practicing in an accredited Electromyography laboratory.
- Experience teaching Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies to residents, fellows, or other healthcare professionals.
- Clinical experience in outpatient musculoskeletal medicine.
- Interest in academic scholarship, clinical research, and advancing electrodiagnostic medicine.
WORK SHIFT
Workday Day (United States of America)
WORKER SUB TYPE
Regular
PRIMARY LOCATION ADDRESS
1513 Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
BENEFITS
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
INTRODUCTION
Jefferson Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician with expertise or a strong interest in Electromyography (EMG) and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medicine to join our growing and dynamic academic Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated physiatrist to combine specialized electrodiagnostic medicine with outpatient musculoskeletal care, clinical education, and academic collaboration within a nationally recognized rehabilitation program.
The successful candidate will join an established team of 36 physiatrists and play an integral role in our accredited Electromyography laboratory, providing high-quality electrodiagnostic services while teaching and mentoring residents and fellows.
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's leading rehabilitation hospitals and ranked #1 in Pennsylvania, Moss Rehab offers an outstanding clinical environment with access to advanced diagnostic resources, interdisciplinary expertise, and opportunities for academic and research collaboration.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform and interpret electrodiagnostic studies, including Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), to evaluate neuromuscular disorders, peripheral nerve injuries, radiculopathies, and related conditions.
- Provide comprehensive outpatient musculoskeletal evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients with a broad range of musculoskeletal and functional conditions.
- Participate in clinical activities within our accredited Electromyography laboratory, maintaining the highest standards of diagnostic accuracy, patient safety, and quality of care.
- Serve as a clinical educator and mentor to PM&R residents and fellows, providing hands-on instruction in electrodiagnostic techniques, interpretation, and clinical applications.
- Collaborate with physiatrists, neurologists, orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans focused on improving mobility, restoring function, and enhancing patients' quality of life.
- Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on clinical excellence, quality improvement, patient satisfaction, and program development.
- Participate in academic activities, including resident and fellow education, case discussions, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
- Explore opportunities for scholarly activities and research collaboration with the Jefferson Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute based on individual interests and departmental priorities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Clinical training and demonstrated competency in performing and interpreting Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies.
- Strong interest in outpatient musculoskeletal medicine and electrodiagnostic evaluation.
- Commitment to clinical education, mentorship, and the academic mission of the department.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and patient satisfaction.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification or anticipated certification by the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM).
- Experience practicing in an accredited Electromyography laboratory.
- Experience teaching Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies to residents, fellows, or other healthcare professionals.
- Clinical experience in outpatient musculoskeletal medicine.
- Interest in academic scholarship, clinical research, and advancing electrodiagnostic medicine.
WORK SHIFT
Workday Day (United States of America)
WORKER SUB TYPE
Regular
PRIMARY LOCATION ADDRESS
1513 Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
BENEFITS
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Physiatrist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates need ECFMG certification before any U.S. employer can file an H-1B petition. Confirm your status is current and your credentials are fully verified so sponsors aren't delayed at the documentation stage.
Check prevailing wage levels for your state
Physiatrist wages vary significantly by geography and practice setting. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for SOC 29-1069 in your target metro before negotiating, so your offer meets DOL's LCA wage requirement.
Target rehabilitation networks with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter physiatrist roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to sponsors who have already navigated the DOL certification process for this specialty rather than first-time filers.
Distinguish cap-exempt from cap-subject employers early
Academic medical centers, university hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions are often cap-exempt, letting them file H-1B petitions outside the April lottery. If you're targeting these settings, your timeline to start work is shorter and not lottery-dependent.
Request premium processing at petition stage
USCIS premium processing reduces adjudication time to 15 business days. For physiatrist roles with a defined start date tied to credentialing or hospital privileging timelines, ask your employer to include premium processing in the I-129 filing.
Align your subspecialty documentation with LCA job duties
If you practice pain management, sports medicine, or brain injury rehabilitation, confirm the LCA job description specifically reflects those duties. A mismatch between your subspecialty and the filed job description can trigger an RFE during adjudication.
H-1B Visa Physiatrist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a physiatrist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Physiatry requires completion of medical school, a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation, and typically board certification through the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. USCIS consistently treats physician roles as specialty occupations because the position theoretically and practically requires at least a U.S. bachelor's degree equivalent in a specific field of study.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for physiatrists?
Hospital systems, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, academic medical centers, and outpatient pain management or spine clinics are the most active sponsors. Academic and nonprofit hospital employers are often cap-exempt, which lets them file outside the H-1B lottery. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for physiatrist roles on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement apply to physiatrist positions?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for SOC code 29-1069 in the geographic area of employment. Wages are tiered from Level I to Level IV based on experience and supervisory responsibilities. You can verify applicable wage levels for your target location using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer.
Can an international medical graduate on OPT transition to H-1B as a physiatrist?
Yes, but the path is narrow. Physiatry residency runs three years after internship, and most programs require J-1 visa or H-1B status rather than OPT. If you complete residency on H-1B and then pursue fellowship, your employer files an amended petition. If you're on J-1 visa with a two-year home residence requirement, a Conrad 30 waiver through a medically underserved area is the most common H-1B pathway.
What does the H-1B petition process look like for a physiatrist hired by a hospital?
Your employer files an LCA with DOL for certification, typically within seven business days, then submits Form I-129 to USCIS with your medical credentials, residency completion documents, and board certification. Cap-subject roles require lottery registration each March for an October 1 start. Cap-exempt hospital and university employers can file at any time, and USCIS premium processing is available to shorten adjudication to 15 business days.