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Radiologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS criteria, requiring a medical degree and board eligibility or certification. Hospital systems, academic medical centers, and teleradiology groups regularly file H-1B visa petitions for radiologists, with many sponsoring cap-exempt positions through affiliated teaching hospitals or nonprofit research institutions.
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Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Interventional Radiologist is responsible for performing minimally invasive, image guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using fluoroscopy, CT, ultrasound, and MRI. This role works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide high quality, patient centered care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. The Interventional Radiologist ensures accurate evaluation, appropriate procedural selection, and optimal clinical outcomes in a hospital and outpatient environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical & Procedural Care:
- Perform a broad range of interventional radiology procedures, including but not limited to:
- Vascular interventions (angiography, angioplasty, embolization, thrombolysis)
- Non-vascular interventions (biopsies, drainages, ablations)
- Central venous access placement
- Interventional oncology procedures (e.g., TACE, Y-90, cryoablation)
- Gastrointestinal and genitourinary interventions (e.g., nephrostomies, biliary drainage)
- Provide pre-procedure evaluation and post-procedure follow-up, including clinical rounds on admitted patients and consultations and post op follow up in an outpatient clinical setting.
- Review imaging to determine optimal procedural planning and patient candidacy.
Consultation & Collaboration:
- Serve as a consultant to referring clinicians in the ED, critical care, surgery, oncology, and hospital medicine.
- Participate in multidisciplinary conferences (tumor boards, vascular meetings, etc.).
- Communicate findings, recommendations, and procedural results clearly and in a timely manner.
Patient Safety & Quality Assurance:
- Ensure the safe and appropriate use of radiation, contrast agents, and sedation.
- Adhere to hospital, regulatory, and accreditation standards (e.g., ACR, Joint Commission).
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and protocol optimization.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR and PACS.
Operational Responsibilities:
- Participate in a shared call rotation, providing after-hours interventional coverage as needed.
- Support workflow efficiency across IR suites, procedure rooms, and inpatient consult services.
- Collaborate with technologists, nurses, advanced practice providers, and support staff.
Professional Development:
- Maintain board certification, hospital privileges, and required CME.
- Stay current with advances in IR techniques, devices, and clinical best practices.
- Participate in teaching and mentoring of residents, fellows, or medical staff (if applicable).
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Technical expertise in image-guided interventions.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Effective communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced inpatient and emergency settings.
- Dedication to patient safety, quality care, and service excellence.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- MD or DO degree with completion of an accredited Radiology residency program.
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Interventional Radiology residency or fellowship.
- Board certified or board eligible in Interventional Radiology (ABR or equivalent).
- Unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for one).
- Proficiency with a broad range of IR procedures in a hospital setting.
Preferred:
- Prior experience in an acute-care or tertiary hospital environment.
- Demonstrated skills in interventional oncology, complex vascular procedures, or advanced IR techniques.
- Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills.
LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
- Board certified or board eligible in Interventional Radiology (ABR or equivalent).
- Unrestricted medical license within the state of Virginia (or eligibility for one).
BASE SALARY RANGE:
- $680,000 (min) - $680,000 (max)
MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.
COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:
$290.60 - $290.60
I’M HERE TO HELP.
Let’s talk about your career plans and how we can make them a reality.
Zachary Robbins
Physician/APP Recruiter
- zachary.robbins@mwhc.com
All inquiries/CVs are kept strictly confidential.
INTRODUCTION
Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Interventional Radiologist is responsible for performing minimally invasive, image guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using fluoroscopy, CT, ultrasound, and MRI. This role works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide high quality, patient centered care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. The Interventional Radiologist ensures accurate evaluation, appropriate procedural selection, and optimal clinical outcomes in a hospital and outpatient environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical & Procedural Care:
- Perform a broad range of interventional radiology procedures, including but not limited to:
- Vascular interventions (angiography, angioplasty, embolization, thrombolysis)
- Non-vascular interventions (biopsies, drainages, ablations)
- Central venous access placement
- Interventional oncology procedures (e.g., TACE, Y-90, cryoablation)
- Gastrointestinal and genitourinary interventions (e.g., nephrostomies, biliary drainage)
- Provide pre-procedure evaluation and post-procedure follow-up, including clinical rounds on admitted patients and consultations and post op follow up in an outpatient clinical setting.
- Review imaging to determine optimal procedural planning and patient candidacy.
Consultation & Collaboration:
- Serve as a consultant to referring clinicians in the ED, critical care, surgery, oncology, and hospital medicine.
- Participate in multidisciplinary conferences (tumor boards, vascular meetings, etc.).
- Communicate findings, recommendations, and procedural results clearly and in a timely manner.
Patient Safety & Quality Assurance:
- Ensure the safe and appropriate use of radiation, contrast agents, and sedation.
- Adhere to hospital, regulatory, and accreditation standards (e.g., ACR, Joint Commission).
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and protocol optimization.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR and PACS.
Operational Responsibilities:
- Participate in a shared call rotation, providing after-hours interventional coverage as needed.
- Support workflow efficiency across IR suites, procedure rooms, and inpatient consult services.
- Collaborate with technologists, nurses, advanced practice providers, and support staff.
Professional Development:
- Maintain board certification, hospital privileges, and required CME.
- Stay current with advances in IR techniques, devices, and clinical best practices.
- Participate in teaching and mentoring of residents, fellows, or medical staff (if applicable).
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Technical expertise in image-guided interventions.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Effective communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced inpatient and emergency settings.
- Dedication to patient safety, quality care, and service excellence.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- MD or DO degree with completion of an accredited Radiology residency program.
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Interventional Radiology residency or fellowship.
- Board certified or board eligible in Interventional Radiology (ABR or equivalent).
- Unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for one).
- Proficiency with a broad range of IR procedures in a hospital setting.
Preferred:
- Prior experience in an acute-care or tertiary hospital environment.
- Demonstrated skills in interventional oncology, complex vascular procedures, or advanced IR techniques.
- Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills.
LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
- Board certified or board eligible in Interventional Radiology (ABR or equivalent).
- Unrestricted medical license within the state of Virginia (or eligibility for one).
BASE SALARY RANGE:
- $680,000 (min) - $680,000 (max)
MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.
COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:
$290.60 - $290.60
I’M HERE TO HELP.
Let’s talk about your career plans and how we can make them a reality.
Zachary Robbins
Physician/APP Recruiter
- zachary.robbins@mwhc.com
All inquiries/CVs are kept strictly confidential.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Radiologist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
Foreign medical graduates must hold valid ECFMG certification before a U.S. employer can file your H-1B petition. Confirm your certification status and residency completion documents are current so there are no delays at the filing stage.
Target cap-exempt radiology employers first
Academic medical centers, university hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions are exempt from the H-1B annual cap, meaning they can file year-round. Prioritizing these employers eliminates lottery risk entirely and shortens your path to an approved petition.
Check prevailing wage levels using OFLC Wage Search
Radiology wages are tiered by experience and subspecialty in DOL's wage database. Run your job title and work location through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer to confirm the employer's proposed salary meets the required prevailing wage level.
Use Migrate Mate to find H-1B filing employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify radiology employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Filtering by DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which hospital systems and radiology groups have actively sponsored positions, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness.
Ask about state licensing timelines during offer negotiations
Your H-1B petition requires a state medical license or a clear path to one. Some states issue temporary training licenses; others don't. Clarify the employer's licensing support process before you accept an offer, since a missing license can delay or block your petition.
Confirm subspecialty LCA job classification with your employer
Interventional radiology, neuroradiology, and diagnostic radiology each map to distinct Standard Occupational Classification codes that USCIS uses to evaluate specialty occupation status. Verify your employer files the LCA under the correct SOC code matching your actual duties.
H-1B Visa Radiologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a radiology role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS classifies radiology as a specialty occupation because it requires at minimum a Doctor of Medicine degree and residency training in a directly related field. Board certification or eligibility in diagnostic, interventional, or subspecialty radiology further strengthens the petition. Foreign medical graduates must also hold valid ECFMG certification.
Can a radiology employer file an H-1B petition outside the annual cap lottery?
Many can. Hospital systems affiliated with universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-owned medical facilities are cap-exempt and can file H-1B petitions at any time of year. If your prospective employer qualifies as cap-exempt under USCIS criteria, your petition bypasses the lottery entirely, which is common in academic radiology.
What happens to my H-1B status if I complete a radiology fellowship after my residency?
Fellowship training at a cap-exempt institution, such as a university hospital, can be covered under a separate H-1B petition without consuming a new lottery slot. You'll need a new petition each time you change employers or roles. Your 60-day grace period applies if a fellowship ends before your next position starts, so timing matters.
How do I find radiology employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate to browse radiology positions at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which hospital systems and radiology groups have actively filed petitions, so you can target sponsors with a proven record rather than contacting employers who may not have sponsored before.
Does my radiology subspecialty affect how USCIS evaluates my H-1B petition?
It can affect the LCA filing. Interventional radiology, neuroradiology, and pediatric radiology each correspond to distinct SOC codes in DOL's classification system. Your employer must file the LCA under the code that matches your actual duties. A mismatch between your subspecialty and the job code can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.