H-1B Visa Reconstructive Surgeon Jobs
Reconstructive surgeons qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a medical degree and board eligibility or certification. Employers in academic medical centers, hospital systems, and private surgical groups regularly file LCAs and I-129 petitions for this role. The position's SOC classification and prevailing wage tier directly affect your petition's compliance requirements.
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Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Division of Facial Plastic Surgery within the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a fellowship-trained Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgeon to join our talented team.
The qualified candidate will join the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic Arizona, a department of 13 surgeons dedicated to world-class, patient-centered tertiary care.
The opportunity offers the appropriate person to rapidly attain clinical, academic, teaching, and leadership experience:
- Develop and lead a program focused on complex facial reconstruction, functional restoration, and collaborative care supported by a multidisciplinary team and robust academic resources.
- Practice in both outpatient and hospital-based settings, providing comprehensive care for patients requiring facial trauma management, skin cancer reconstruction, and functional nasal and facial procedures.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including head and neck surgery, dermatologic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, rheumatology, sports medicine, and plastic surgery colleagues to optimize reconstructive outcomes and enhance functional recovery.
- Engage in research and innovation, with dedicated time and institutional support for advancing techniques in facial reconstruction, nerve repair, and outcomes-based studies.
- Contribute to education and mentorship, working closely with Mayo Clinic Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery residents and medical students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona.
Qualifications
The current practice encompasses the full scope of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery with an emphasis on functional restoration, trauma, facial reanimation, and skin cancer reconstruction. Expertise in complex reconstructive procedures is preferred; candidates must also possess:
- MD, DO or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
- Training in an accredited Facial Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship.
- BE/BC from both the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Eligibility for licensure in the state of Arizona.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$xx,xxx - $xx,xxx / year; This position has a predetermined rate of $xx.xx per hour.; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour; Compensation range is $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour based upon union contract
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
1.0 FTE
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Mariano Vassallo
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Division of Facial Plastic Surgery within the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a fellowship-trained Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgeon to join our talented team.
The qualified candidate will join the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic Arizona, a department of 13 surgeons dedicated to world-class, patient-centered tertiary care.
The opportunity offers the appropriate person to rapidly attain clinical, academic, teaching, and leadership experience:
- Develop and lead a program focused on complex facial reconstruction, functional restoration, and collaborative care supported by a multidisciplinary team and robust academic resources.
- Practice in both outpatient and hospital-based settings, providing comprehensive care for patients requiring facial trauma management, skin cancer reconstruction, and functional nasal and facial procedures.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including head and neck surgery, dermatologic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, rheumatology, sports medicine, and plastic surgery colleagues to optimize reconstructive outcomes and enhance functional recovery.
- Engage in research and innovation, with dedicated time and institutional support for advancing techniques in facial reconstruction, nerve repair, and outcomes-based studies.
- Contribute to education and mentorship, working closely with Mayo Clinic Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery residents and medical students at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona.
Qualifications
The current practice encompasses the full scope of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery with an emphasis on functional restoration, trauma, facial reanimation, and skin cancer reconstruction. Expertise in complex reconstructive procedures is preferred; candidates must also possess:
- MD, DO or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
- Training in an accredited Facial Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship.
- BE/BC from both the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Eligibility for licensure in the state of Arizona.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$xx,xxx - $xx,xxx / year; This position has a predetermined rate of $xx.xx per hour.; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour; Compensation range is $xx.xx - $xx.xx / hour based upon union contract
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
1.0 FTE
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Mariano Vassallo
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Reconstructive Surgeon
Verify your credentials meet ECFMG standards
International medical graduates must hold ECFMG certification before a U.S. employer can sponsor an H-1B. Confirm your medical degree is ECFMG-recognized early, as credential verification delays can push back your petition filing window by months.
Target academic medical centers with cap-exempt status
Hospitals affiliated with universities or nonprofit research institutions are often cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery. Surgical departments at these institutions can file at any time of year, giving you a faster and more predictable path to authorization.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter reconstructive surgeon roles by employers with confirmed LCA filing history for your SOC code. This surfaces institutions that have sponsored this specific role before, not just general surgical positions, narrowing your search to realistic opportunities.
Align your offer letter to the LCA wage level
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the proposed salary meets the Level III or Level IV threshold typical for reconstructive surgery roles.
Clarify board certification requirements before the I-129 is filed
USCIS scrutinizes whether your qualifications match the specialty occupation definition. If you're board-eligible but not yet board-certified, your employer's attorney should document the equivalency argument in the petition, including your residency training records and fellowship credentials.
Track your 60-day grace period if your current status ends
If you're transitioning from a residency or fellowship J-1 visa or H-1B and your authorized period ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to secure new sponsorship. Your prospective employer must file the new H-1B petition before that window closes to maintain your lawful status.
H-1B Visa Reconstructive Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
Does reconstructive surgery qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Reconstructive surgery requires a medical degree, residency training, and typically fellowship-level subspecialty training, satisfying USCIS's specialty occupation definition under INA section 214(i). The role falls under a SOC code that DOL and USCIS consistently recognize as requiring a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, making it a strong candidate for H-1B approval.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for reconstructive surgeons?
Academic medical centers, university-affiliated hospital systems, Veterans Affairs hospitals, and nonprofit surgical institutes are the most active sponsors. Many of these institutions qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, allowing them to file petitions outside the annual lottery. Private surgical groups and for-profit hospital networks also sponsor, but they are subject to the 85,000-slot annual cap and the registration lottery. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for this specific role.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement apply to reconstructive surgeon positions?
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupation and geographic area. Reconstructive surgery roles typically fall at wage Level III or Level IV under the OFLC Wage Search, reflecting the subspecialty training and clinical complexity involved. The LCA must be certified before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new reconstructive surgery position at a different hospital?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your I-140 immigrant petition has been approved and your H-1B extension is pending for more than 180 days, you can change employers in a same or similar occupational classification without losing your priority date. Even outside that scenario, a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin work once USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval.
Does completing a U.S. fellowship on a J-1 affect my ability to get H-1B sponsorship?
It can, if your J-1 carries a two-year home residency requirement under INA section 212(e). You'd need to fulfill that requirement or obtain a waiver before USCIS can approve a change of status to H-1B. Waiver pathways available to physicians include a Conrad 30 state health agency waiver, a federal agency waiver, or a hardship or persecution waiver filed with USCIS.