H-1B Visa Pulmonary Physician Jobs
Pulmonary physicians qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupation roles requiring a medical degree, residency, and fellowship training. Most positions are at academic medical centers, hospital systems, and pulmonary/critical care practices with established H-1B filing history. Cap-exempt employers like universities and nonprofits can file year-round, bypassing the annual lottery.
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Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Physician HTPN examines and treats patients with various conditions. They take patient histories, request tests, make diagnoses, and prescribe treatments. They administer vaccinations, perform follow-up exams, and educate patients on disease prevention and health maintenance. The Physician HTPN supervises the clinical activities of allied health and advanced practice professionals.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Examine, collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results.
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Order, perform, and interpret tests and examine records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition.
- Work with a clinical team of technicians, advanced practice professionals, and physicians. Make judgments about tests, diagnoses, and treatment options for patients.
- Monitor patient conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Diagnoses and treats conditions in area of specialty.
- May work in hospital, specialty clinic or outpatient surgical center.
- May perform surgical procedures, treatment or non-invasive procedures in area of specialty.
- May create post-operative care plans, recommend lifestyle changes involving diet, exercise and other matters.
- Supervise the clinical activities of a care team that may consist of other providers, and allied health professionals.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
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 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
About us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Physician HTPN examines and treats patients with various conditions. They take patient histories, request tests, make diagnoses, and prescribe treatments. They administer vaccinations, perform follow-up exams, and educate patients on disease prevention and health maintenance. The Physician HTPN supervises the clinical activities of allied health and advanced practice professionals.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Examine, collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results.
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Order, perform, and interpret tests and examine records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition.
- Work with a clinical team of technicians, advanced practice professionals, and physicians. Make judgments about tests, diagnoses, and treatment options for patients.
- Monitor patient conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Diagnoses and treats conditions in area of specialty.
- May work in hospital, specialty clinic or outpatient surgical center.
- May perform surgical procedures, treatment or non-invasive procedures in area of specialty.
- May create post-operative care plans, recommend lifestyle changes involving diet, exercise and other matters.
- Supervise the clinical activities of a care team that may consist of other providers, and allied health professionals.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
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 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
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Pulmonary Physician
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates need active ECFMG certification before any U.S. employer can file your H-1B petition. Confirm your certification status is current and matches your passport name exactly to avoid petition delays.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Academic medical centers, nonprofit hospitals, and university-affiliated practices file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery. Search Migrate Mate to filter pulmonary physician roles specifically at these cap-exempt institutions and skip the April registration window entirely.
Confirm the employer's prevailing wage level
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for pulmonary physician roles in your target metro before accepting an offer. Your offered compensation must meet or exceed the DOL wage level the employer certifies on the Labor Condition Application.
Clarify whether fellowship counts as cap-gap
If you're transitioning from J-1 visa exchange visitor status after your pulmonary fellowship, confirm with the employer whether a J-1 waiver or change of status to H-1B is the right path. USCIS treats these transitions differently, and the wrong sequence can disrupt your work authorization.
Ask employers about concurrent H-1B filing
Pulmonary physicians joining a group practice while holding a hospital appointment can be sponsored by both employers simultaneously. Ask each prospective employer whether they'll file a concurrent petition, since USCIS permits concurrent H-1B status for multiple qualifying positions.
Document your subspecialty for the specialty occupation test
Pulmonary and critical care medicine's dual-board certification structure means your petition should specify the subspecialty, not just the broader physician category. USCIS reviews whether a bachelor's-equivalent in a specific field is normally required, so your employer's attorney should frame the role accordingly.
H-1B Visa Pulmonary Physician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a pulmonary physician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Pulmonary medicine requires a Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree, followed by an internal medicine residency and a pulmonary or pulmonary/critical care fellowship. USCIS consistently recognizes physician subspecialties as specialty occupations because board certification and graduate medical training are standard requirements for the position, not optional credentials.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for pulmonary physicians?
Academic medical centers, university hospital systems, nonprofit health networks, and VA medical affiliates are the most common sponsors because many are cap-exempt, letting them file H-1B petitions at any time. Private pulmonary practices and for-profit hospital groups also sponsor but must participate in the annual cap lottery unless they qualify for a cap-exempt exemption. You can filter by employer type on Migrate Mate.
How does J-1 waiver status affect an H-1B application for a pulmonary physician?
Many international pulmonary fellows train on J-1 exchange visitor visas and face a two-year home-residency requirement before changing status. A Conrad 30 waiver or federal agency waiver eliminates that requirement but typically binds you to an underserved area employer for three years. Your H-1B petition can be filed concurrently with or after the waiver is approved, depending on the waiver type and sponsoring agency.
Can a pulmonary physician hold H-1B status at more than one employer?
Yes. USCIS permits concurrent H-1B petitions, so a pulmonary physician can hold separate H-1B status with a hospital for inpatient critical care duties and with a university for outpatient clinic or research work. Each employer files its own I-129 petition and Labor Condition Application, and both positions must independently qualify as specialty occupations.
What does the H-1B employer need to file for a pulmonary physician role?
The employer first files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, certifying the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the occupation and work location. Once DOL certifies the LCA, the employer submits Form I-129 to USCIS with supporting documentation including your medical degree, ECFMG certificate if applicable, fellowship completion letter, and board certification or eligibility. Premium processing is available for a faster USCIS decision.