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Sports roles at U.S. employers span coaching, athletic training, sports analytics, and operations, many of which qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers in professional leagues, universities, and sports technology firms have active H-1B filing histories.
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The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon to serve as a Team Physician for the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League (NHL).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Team Physician will provide orthopaedic and musculoskeletal care for Dallas Stars players in collaboration with the organization’s medical, athletic training, and performance teams. Responsibilities will include evaluation and management of injuries, game and team coverage, treatment recommendations, coordination of specialty care, and participation in return-to-play decisions.
The physician will hold an academic appointment within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center and serve as part of the multidisciplinary team supporting the health, safety, and performance of Dallas Stars athletes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited residency in Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience as a practicing orthopaedic surgeon.
- Board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Eligible for or currently holds an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas.
- Experience evaluating and treating musculoskeletal injuries, including conditions commonly encountered in competitive or professional athletics.
- Ability to participate in scheduled team and game coverage and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary sports medicine team.
CV Required
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon to serve as a Team Physician for the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League (NHL).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Team Physician will provide orthopaedic and musculoskeletal care for Dallas Stars players in collaboration with the organization’s medical, athletic training, and performance teams. Responsibilities will include evaluation and management of injuries, game and team coverage, treatment recommendations, coordination of specialty care, and participation in return-to-play decisions.
The physician will hold an academic appointment within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center and serve as part of the multidisciplinary team supporting the health, safety, and performance of Dallas Stars athletes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited residency in Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience as a practicing orthopaedic surgeon.
- Board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Eligible for or currently holds an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas.
- Experience evaluating and treating musculoskeletal injuries, including conditions commonly encountered in competitive or professional athletics.
- Ability to participate in scheduled team and game coverage and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary sports medicine team.
CV Required
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Sports
Confirm your role qualifies as specialty occupation
Not every sports title clears the specialty occupation bar. Use O*NET to verify your SOC code requires a specific bachelor's degree, roles like sports analyst or athletic trainer qualify more reliably than general coaching positions.
Target employers with verified H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter sports employers by their DOL Labor Condition Application filings, so you apply only to organizations that have already sponsored H-1B workers in roles matching your occupation code.
Request an LCA before your offer letter is finalized
Your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL before USCIS sees the I-129 petition. Confirm your offer includes a start date that gives the employer enough runway to complete LCA certification, typically within seven business days.
Document your degree-to-role connection explicitly
USCIS scrutinizes sports roles more than traditional professional fields. Your petition should include a detailed job duties letter from the employer showing why a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree, is required for the position.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. The LCA must certify your salary meets the prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area, and underpaying is a common reason petitions get flagged.
Plan around the cap and lottery if you lack cap-exempt status
Professional sports leagues and for-profit sports tech firms are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery. University athletic departments and nonprofit sports organizations are often cap-exempt, which gives you year-round filing options.
H-1B Visa Sports: Frequently Asked Questions
Do sports jobs qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Some do and some don't. Roles like sports data analyst, athletic trainer, physical therapist, or sports medicine physician qualify because they require a specific bachelor's degree field. General coaching, scouting, or operations roles often don't clear the specialty occupation threshold unless the employer can document that the position requires degree-level expertise in a directly related discipline.
Which types of sports employers sponsor H-1B visas?
Professional leagues and their franchises, sports technology companies, university athletic departments, and sports media organizations all have H-1B filing histories. University athletic programs are frequently cap-exempt institutions, meaning they can file year-round outside the lottery. You can filter employers by occupation code and filing history on Migrate Mate before you apply.
How does the H-1B lottery affect sports job seekers?
If your target employer is a for-profit sports organization, your petition goes into the annual H-1B cap lottery each April for an October 1 start date. USCIS selects registrations randomly, and selection isn't guaranteed. Pursuing cap-exempt employers like universities or nonprofit sports associations sidesteps the lottery entirely and lets you file at any time of year.
What documentation does a sports employer need to file an H-1B petition?
The employer files a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL first, then submits Form I-129 to USCIS with supporting evidence. For sports roles, the strongest petitions include a detailed position description showing the role requires a specific degree, the applicant's transcripts, and any professional credentials like NATA certification for athletic trainers or state licensure for physical therapists.
Can I switch sports employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer once they file an I-129 petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer must still complete an LCA and file a fresh petition. Gaps in employment can complicate portability, so time the transition carefully.