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Rheumatologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring a medical degree and U.S. licensure. Academic medical centers, hospital systems, and multispecialty groups regularly file H-1B visa petitions for fellowship-trained rheumatologists. The 85,000-slot annual cap applies, but many hospital and nonprofit employers qualify for cap-exempt status.
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- 51919
- 235 N Pearl St, Brockton, Massachusetts, United States, 02301
- Full Time
Boston Medical Center South, a member of the Boston Medical Center Health System, is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Rheumatologist to join our growing Department of Medicine. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative physician with excellent clinical skills, a commitment to patient-centered care, and a passion for serving a diverse community.
This is an outstanding opportunity to build and expand rheumatology services within a well-established multispecialty network serving Brockton and the surrounding South Shore region. The rheumatologist will work closely with primary care providers and specialists across the health system, including orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, pain management, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and physical and occupational therapy.
The position offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive environment with strong ties to the Division of Rheumatology at Boston Medical Center’s academic medical center in Boston, providing access to subspecialty expertise, teaching opportunities, and research collaboration as desired.
Faculty appointment opportunities through Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine may be available based on qualifications and academic interests.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions.
- Provide comprehensive outpatient rheumatology care in Brockton and surrounding communities.
- Collaborate with primary care physicians and specialty providers to coordinate patient care.
- Partner with pharmacists and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to optimize medication management, monitor treatment response, and support patient adherence.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical program development, and care pathway optimization.
- Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and advanced practice providers as desired.
- Contribute to the continued growth and development of rheumatology services within the Boston Medical Center Health System.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree required.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship.
Eligible for medical licensure in Massachusetts.
Strong commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
New graduates and experienced physicians are encouraged to apply.
About Boston Medical Center South
Boston Medical Center South is a community-focused acute care hospital located in Brockton, Massachusetts, approximately 25 miles south of Boston. As part of the Boston Medical Center Health System, BMC South provides comprehensive medical and surgical services to communities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts.
The hospital is the region's only designated Level III Trauma Center and serves more than 60,000 emergency department visits annually. Physicians benefit from the resources, academic affiliations, and mission-driven culture of Boston Medical Center while practicing in a community setting where they can make a meaningful impact on patient care.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Generous paid time off.
- CME allowance.
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage provided.
- Access to system-wide academic, teaching, leadership, and professional development opportunities.
- Compensation range: $255,004 - $300,000
The base salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to clinical FTE, qualifications, experience, education, board certifications, specialty, training, and scope of practice. The above hiring range represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Any eligible incentive compensation is not included in the above compensation range and will be discussed during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
Rheumatologist - Physician
- 51919
- 235 N Pearl St, Brockton, Massachusetts, United States, 02301
- Full Time
Boston Medical Center South, a member of the Boston Medical Center Health System, is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Rheumatologist to join our growing Department of Medicine. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative physician with excellent clinical skills, a commitment to patient-centered care, and a passion for serving a diverse community.
This is an outstanding opportunity to build and expand rheumatology services within a well-established multispecialty network serving Brockton and the surrounding South Shore region. The rheumatologist will work closely with primary care providers and specialists across the health system, including orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, pain management, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and physical and occupational therapy.
The position offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive environment with strong ties to the Division of Rheumatology at Boston Medical Center’s academic medical center in Boston, providing access to subspecialty expertise, teaching opportunities, and research collaboration as desired.
Faculty appointment opportunities through Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine may be available based on qualifications and academic interests.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions.
- Provide comprehensive outpatient rheumatology care in Brockton and surrounding communities.
- Collaborate with primary care physicians and specialty providers to coordinate patient care.
- Partner with pharmacists and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to optimize medication management, monitor treatment response, and support patient adherence.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical program development, and care pathway optimization.
- Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and advanced practice providers as desired.
- Contribute to the continued growth and development of rheumatology services within the Boston Medical Center Health System.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree required.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship.
Eligible for medical licensure in Massachusetts.
Strong commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
New graduates and experienced physicians are encouraged to apply.
About Boston Medical Center South
Boston Medical Center South is a community-focused acute care hospital located in Brockton, Massachusetts, approximately 25 miles south of Boston. As part of the Boston Medical Center Health System, BMC South provides comprehensive medical and surgical services to communities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts.
The hospital is the region's only designated Level III Trauma Center and serves more than 60,000 emergency department visits annually. Physicians benefit from the resources, academic affiliations, and mission-driven culture of Boston Medical Center while practicing in a community setting where they can make a meaningful impact on patient care.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Generous paid time off.
- CME allowance.
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage provided.
- Access to system-wide academic, teaching, leadership, and professional development opportunities.
- Compensation range: $255,004 - $300,000
The base salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to clinical FTE, qualifications, experience, education, board certifications, specialty, training, and scope of practice. The above hiring range represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Any eligible incentive compensation is not included in the above compensation range and will be discussed during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Rheumatologist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
ECFMG certification is a prerequisite USCIS requires for international medical graduates seeking H-1B status in clinical roles. Have your certification letter ready before any employer initiates your petition, since missing it delays the I-129 filing.
Target cap-exempt hospital and university employers
Hospitals affiliated with medical schools and nonprofit research institutions are often cap-exempt under INA 214(g)(5), letting them file outside the annual lottery. Search for rheumatology openings specifically at academic medical centers and VA facilities to avoid the April cap deadline.
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers with active H-1B rheumatology filings
Pull up DOL Labor Condition Application data on Migrate Mate filtered by rheumatology occupation codes to see which employers have actively sponsored H-1B physicians. This tells you who has done it before, not just who claims to be open to sponsorship.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before your salary negotiation
Run your target metro area through the OFLC Wage Search under the rheumatologist SOC code before discussing compensation. Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage at the level your employer files, and undershooting triggers an LCA compliance issue.
Ask employers whether state licensure or a training license suffices at filing
Some states issue a training or limited license during fellowship completion. Clarify with your prospective employer whether USCIS and your state board will accept that credential at the time of H-1B filing, since a full unrestricted license may be required before you can start seeing patients.
Request premium processing if your start date is time-sensitive
USCIS offers premium processing on Form I-129, guaranteeing a decision within 15 business days. If your fellowship ends close to October 1 and you need timely H-1B activation, ask your employer to include premium processing in the petition budget from the start.
H-1B Visa Rheumatologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a rheumatologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Rheumatology requires a medical degree, completion of an internal medicine residency, and a fellowship in rheumatology, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation standard requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The O*NET profile for physicians and surgeons confirms the job zone and educational requirements that support this classification.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for rheumatologists?
Academic medical centers, large hospital systems, multispecialty group practices, and Veterans Affairs medical centers are the most active H-1B sponsors for rheumatologists. Nonprofit hospitals and universities affiliated with medical schools often qualify as cap-exempt employers, which means they can file year-round rather than competing in the annual lottery. You can identify employers with verified H-1B filing history for rheumatology roles on Migrate Mate.
Can a rheumatologist on J-1 waiver status transition to H-1B?
Yes, but the path depends on your waiver type. Conrad 30 and federal agency waivers require you to work in an underserved area for three years, typically under a J-1 visa waiver employer. Once that obligation is fulfilled, your employer can file an H-1B petition. If you're still in the waiver period, a change of status to H-1B requires a waiver of the two-year home residency requirement, which must be resolved before USCIS will approve the petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for an H-1B rheumatologist petition?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the rheumatologist occupation in the geographic area where you'll practice. The prevailing wage is determined by the employer's LCA filing with DOL. You can look up current wage levels for your target location using the OFLC Wage Search before entering salary negotiations, so you know the floor your employer is legally required to meet.
Does a rheumatologist need a full state medical license at the time of H-1B filing?
USCIS generally requires evidence that you hold or are eligible for the required state license to practice. Some states allow H-1B filing with a training or limited license, but a full unrestricted license is usually required before you begin patient care. Confirm with your prospective employer and their immigration counsel which credential your state and USCIS will accept at the petition stage versus the start date.