H-1B Visa Surgeon Jobs
Surgeon jobs qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the role requires a medical degree, residency completion, and state licensure. U.S. hospitals, health systems, and surgical groups routinely sponsor H-1B petitions for qualified surgeons. Status is granted in three-year increments, extendable to six years, with dual intent permitted.
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Work/life balance starts here! Discover an orthopedic opportunity that elevates patient care while giving you a schedule that truly fits your life. TeamHealth is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to join our team at CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern, North Carolina, a historic waterfront town located near the Pamlico Sound, within an hour’s drive of Emerald Isle!
Why TeamHealth at CarolinaEast Medical Center?
- Competitive compensation
- Enjoy true work-life balance with flexible scheduling (24-hour shifts)
- Love where you live? Perfect, no relocation needed
- Free to work when and where you want on your time off – no restrictions
- Perform emergent surgeries, provide 24‑hour ED coverage, complete inpatient rounding and consults, and help manage postoperative follow‑up in clinic
- Limited billing and coding responsibilities
Work in a supportive, team-driven environment with clinical leadership at your side and tap into TeamHealth’s nationwide network for resources and career advancement. If you’re ready to make an impact, grow professionally, and be part of an established team, this is your opportunity. Apply today!
BENEFITS
- Employee model
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage provided
- Mentorship opportunities to support your clinical development
- Access to TeamHealth's wellness program and nationwide network of nurse midwives
- Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's Patient Safety Organization
- Generous clinician referral bonus
FACILITY
Serving the community for over 60 years, CarolinaEast Health System is North Carolina's only continuous Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Five Star Hospital. Recognized for excellence in orthopedic surgery, maternity care and patient experience, this 350-bed hospital features the services and amenities of metropolitan-area facilities with a community-focused atmosphere.
ABOUT THE CITY
A riverfront city on the North Carolina coast, New Bern is home to a burgeoning arts and cultural scene, many local museums and historical sites, and the Croatan National Forest. Enjoy camping, hiking, biking and hunting in the coastal pine forests, or boating on the Neuse River and the Pamlico Sound. The beach is just minutes away and escaping to the outer banks for a weekend getaway is a breeze.
JOB INFO
Encouraged to Apply: All
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Surgeon
CarolinaEast Medical Center
New Bern, NC
PRN
Opening 65755BR
Your Recruiter:
Heather_Dunn@teamhealth.com
Phone Number:
(954) 835-2844
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
JOB DESCRIPTION
Work/life balance starts here! Discover an orthopedic opportunity that elevates patient care while giving you a schedule that truly fits your life. TeamHealth is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to join our team at CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern, North Carolina, a historic waterfront town located near the Pamlico Sound, within an hour’s drive of Emerald Isle!
Why TeamHealth at CarolinaEast Medical Center?
- Competitive compensation
- Enjoy true work-life balance with flexible scheduling (24-hour shifts)
- Love where you live? Perfect, no relocation needed
- Free to work when and where you want on your time off – no restrictions
- Perform emergent surgeries, provide 24‑hour ED coverage, complete inpatient rounding and consults, and help manage postoperative follow‑up in clinic
- Limited billing and coding responsibilities
Work in a supportive, team-driven environment with clinical leadership at your side and tap into TeamHealth’s nationwide network for resources and career advancement. If you’re ready to make an impact, grow professionally, and be part of an established team, this is your opportunity. Apply today!
BENEFITS
- Employee model
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage provided
- Mentorship opportunities to support your clinical development
- Access to TeamHealth's wellness program and nationwide network of nurse midwives
- Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's Patient Safety Organization
- Generous clinician referral bonus
FACILITY
Serving the community for over 60 years, CarolinaEast Health System is North Carolina's only continuous Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Five Star Hospital. Recognized for excellence in orthopedic surgery, maternity care and patient experience, this 350-bed hospital features the services and amenities of metropolitan-area facilities with a community-focused atmosphere.
ABOUT THE CITY
A riverfront city on the North Carolina coast, New Bern is home to a burgeoning arts and cultural scene, many local museums and historical sites, and the Croatan National Forest. Enjoy camping, hiking, biking and hunting in the coastal pine forests, or boating on the Neuse River and the Pamlico Sound. The beach is just minutes away and escaping to the outer banks for a weekend getaway is a breeze.
JOB INFO
Encouraged to Apply: All
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Surgeon
CarolinaEast Medical Center
New Bern, NC
PRN
Opening 65755BR
Your Recruiter:
Heather_Dunn@teamhealth.com
Phone Number:
(954) 835-2844
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Surgeon
Verify your credentials meet state licensing requirements
Each state's medical board sets its own licensure pathway for foreign-trained surgeons. Confirm your medical degree, postgraduate training, and USMLE steps are accepted before targeting employers in that state, since your LCA must list a specific worksite.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your surgical specialty and worksite location. Pull the Level II or III prevailing wage for your SOC code before negotiations so you can spot a noncompliant offer early.
Target health systems with existing H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify hospitals and surgical groups that have sponsored H-1B petitions for physicians and surgeons. Employers with active filing history already have immigration counsel engaged and understand the LCA-to-petition timeline your start date depends on.
Request premium processing before your start date locks
USCIS offers premium processing for I-129 petitions, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days. For surgeons with a credentialing timeline tied to a specific start date, premium processing reduces the risk of a delayed adjudication pushing back your first day.
Confirm your O*NET classification supports specialty occupation
Surgeon roles are classified under specific SOC codes in O*NET, each tied to degree requirements that satisfy the specialty occupation standard. Ask your employer's immigration counsel to match your actual duties to the correct SOC code before the LCA is filed.
Clarify multi-site coverage before the LCA is certified
If you'll perform surgeries at affiliated hospitals, outpatient centers, or partner facilities, each worksite needs its own certified LCA. Raise this with your employer's attorney early so the petition isn't delayed by uncertified worksites discovered after filing.
H-1B Visa Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Surgeon role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Surgeon positions require a medical degree, completion of a residency program, and state licensure, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard under H-1B rules. USCIS consistently recognizes physician and surgeon roles as qualifying because the theoretical and practical application of medical science is a core requirement of the job, not an optional credential.
How do I find hospitals and surgical groups that sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can identify hospitals, health systems, and surgical groups that have sponsored petitions for physician and surgeon roles. Filtering by specialty and location helps you prioritize employers whose immigration programs are already active, reducing the time between offer and petition filing.
Can my H-1B cover surgeries at multiple hospital locations?
No. Each worksite where you regularly perform surgeries requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your role involves rotating through affiliated hospitals or outpatient surgery centers, your employer must file a separate LCA for each location before you work there. A single LCA tied to one facility does not cover unlisted sites, even within the same health system.
What happens to my H-1B status if my hospital loses its accreditation or closes a department?
Your H-1B status is tied to the approved petition and the specific employer. If your position is eliminated or the facility closes, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart the country. A new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition before you begin working, though you can start once the petition is received by USCIS.
Can a surgeon on H-1B pursue a green card at the same time?
Yes. The H-1B visa permits dual intent, meaning you can hold an H-1B and pursue permanent residence simultaneously without jeopardizing your nonimmigrant status. Many hospitals and health systems sponsor surgeons for employment-based green cards, typically under the EB-2 or EB-1B categories, while the H-1B remains valid and is extended as needed during the green card process.