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Surgical Oncologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations, requiring an M.D. plus surgical fellowship training in oncology. U.S. academic medical centers, cancer institutes, and large health systems are the primary H-1B sponsors for this role, and many file cap-exempt petitions through affiliated research or teaching institutions.
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MaineHealth is seeking a fellowship-trained, full-time surgical oncologist to join its well-established team in Portland, Maine. The surgeon will be a member of the Division of Surgical Oncology, Section of General Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery which includes 12 full-time surgeons, four of whom practice in this Section. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, with colleagues in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and additional specialists in the MaineHealth Cancer Care Network. A clinical interest in cutaneous oncology and melanoma, sarcoma, and peritoneal disease is preferred. The MaineHealth Cancer Care Network supports robust clinical and translational research efforts, with membership in both NCORP and the NCI cooperative groups.
MaineHealth is a nationally recognized integrated care system that delivers highly coordinated, state-of-the-art care across a network that cares for over 8,000 new cancer patients each year. The cancer programs have grown significantly over the past three years and exceed 80% market share across the state of Maine. The programs are academically affiliated with the Tufts University School of Medicine, and the selected candidate is expected to secure an appointment at the appropriate rank at Tufts University School of Medicine. Maine Medical Center (MMC) serves as the flagship of MaineHealth’s integrated delivery system in southern and central Maine and New Hampshire. MMC has 750 licensed beds and is the state’s leading tertiary care hospital and Level I Trauma Center. MMC currently supports over 240 residents and fellows in 14 residencies and 9 fellowships approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. This position involves teaching and mentoring residents from Maine Medical Center’s General Surgery Residency Program and medical students from the Maine Medical Center-Tufts University School of Medicine Medical School Program.
Highlights:
- Part of a statewide oncology care program- the MaineHealth Cancer Care Network (MHCCN) is an integrated cancer care delivery network across the Southern, Coastal and Mountain regions of Maine and eastern New Hampshire. Designed to provide care as close to home as possible, the network comprises 11 hospital partners and provides comprehensive cancer care to more than 8,000 cancer patients annually.
- Current program includes TVEC, HIPEC, and a robust multidisciplinary team with joint medical and surgical oncology clinics as well as biweekly sarcoma, cutaneous, and GI tumor boards.
- MHCCN is the dominant cancer care provider in the state of Maine with COC, NAPBC, and NAPRC-accredited comprehensive cancer care programs.
- Fully integrated medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, palliative care, patient support/social worker, and nutritionist service.
- Leading-edge analytics and metrics, including membership of ASCO CancerLinQ. EPIC EMR system with BEACON and ClinicalPath platforms.
- Academic appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine.
- Teaching and mentoring residents and medical students from the Maine Medical Center-Tufts University School of Medicine Program.
- Team-based care model with collaborative approach to care.
Desired Qualifications & Experience:
- MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
- Board Certification/Board Eligible in general surgery, having completed a residency in general surgery.
- Completion of a Society of Surgical Oncology-accredited Fellowship or having Board Certification in advance of Surgical Oncology.
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for this position is $615,000.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
Situated on the Maine coast, Portland offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small-town friendliness. Just two hours north of Boston, this is an exceptionally diverse and vibrant community.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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MaineHealth is seeking a fellowship-trained, full-time surgical oncologist to join its well-established team in Portland, Maine. The surgeon will be a member of the Division of Surgical Oncology, Section of General Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery which includes 12 full-time surgeons, four of whom practice in this Section. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, with colleagues in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and additional specialists in the MaineHealth Cancer Care Network. A clinical interest in cutaneous oncology and melanoma, sarcoma, and peritoneal disease is preferred. The MaineHealth Cancer Care Network supports robust clinical and translational research efforts, with membership in both NCORP and the NCI cooperative groups.
MaineHealth is a nationally recognized integrated care system that delivers highly coordinated, state-of-the-art care across a network that cares for over 8,000 new cancer patients each year. The cancer programs have grown significantly over the past three years and exceed 80% market share across the state of Maine. The programs are academically affiliated with the Tufts University School of Medicine, and the selected candidate is expected to secure an appointment at the appropriate rank at Tufts University School of Medicine. Maine Medical Center (MMC) serves as the flagship of MaineHealth’s integrated delivery system in southern and central Maine and New Hampshire. MMC has 750 licensed beds and is the state’s leading tertiary care hospital and Level I Trauma Center. MMC currently supports over 240 residents and fellows in 14 residencies and 9 fellowships approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. This position involves teaching and mentoring residents from Maine Medical Center’s General Surgery Residency Program and medical students from the Maine Medical Center-Tufts University School of Medicine Medical School Program.
Highlights:
- Part of a statewide oncology care program- the MaineHealth Cancer Care Network (MHCCN) is an integrated cancer care delivery network across the Southern, Coastal and Mountain regions of Maine and eastern New Hampshire. Designed to provide care as close to home as possible, the network comprises 11 hospital partners and provides comprehensive cancer care to more than 8,000 cancer patients annually.
- Current program includes TVEC, HIPEC, and a robust multidisciplinary team with joint medical and surgical oncology clinics as well as biweekly sarcoma, cutaneous, and GI tumor boards.
- MHCCN is the dominant cancer care provider in the state of Maine with COC, NAPBC, and NAPRC-accredited comprehensive cancer care programs.
- Fully integrated medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, palliative care, patient support/social worker, and nutritionist service.
- Leading-edge analytics and metrics, including membership of ASCO CancerLinQ. EPIC EMR system with BEACON and ClinicalPath platforms.
- Academic appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine.
- Teaching and mentoring residents and medical students from the Maine Medical Center-Tufts University School of Medicine Program.
- Team-based care model with collaborative approach to care.
Desired Qualifications & Experience:
- MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
- Board Certification/Board Eligible in general surgery, having completed a residency in general surgery.
- Completion of a Society of Surgical Oncology-accredited Fellowship or having Board Certification in advance of Surgical Oncology.
At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.
The annual base salary for this position is $615,000.
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
Situated on the Maine coast, Portland offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small-town friendliness. Just two hours north of Boston, this is an exceptionally diverse and vibrant community.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Surgical Oncologist
Verify your fellowship counts toward specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your surgical oncology fellowship satisfies the specialty occupation standard alongside your M.D. Document the fellowship's subspecialty focus, board eligibility pathway, and direct clinical scope to preempt any Request for Evidence on qualification.
Target cap-exempt hospitals with research affiliations
Academic medical centers affiliated with nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. Prioritize NCI-designated cancer centers and university hospital systems, where cap-exempt status removes lottery risk entirely for your application.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with H-1B filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify hospitals and cancer centers that have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for surgical oncology roles, so you approach employers with a demonstrated sponsorship track record rather than guessing from job postings alone.
Benchmark your prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your SOC code and practice location through the OFLC Wage Search before signing any letter of intent. The LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level, and knowing the floor prevents accepting an offer that will stall at DOL certification.
Clarify petition timing around residency or fellowship end dates
If you're completing a fellowship on J-1 visa or F-1 OPT, coordinate H-1B filing deadlines with your program end date. The 60-day grace period after fellowship completion is tight; your sponsoring employer needs to file well before that window opens.
Confirm the employer files premium processing for credentialing timelines
Hospital credentialing committees typically require an approved H-1B before granting surgical privileges. Ask prospective employers explicitly whether they file premium processing, since standard USCIS timelines can delay your ability to operate and generate revenue for the department.
H-1B Visa Surgical Oncologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Surgical Oncologist qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Surgical Oncology meets the USCIS specialty occupation definition because the role requires an M.D. degree plus a subspecialty surgical fellowship as a minimum entry requirement. The degree-job nexus is direct and well-established, which means these petitions face lower evidentiary risk than roles in fields where degree requirements are disputed.
Can I find cap-exempt H-1B sponsors as a Surgical Oncologist?
Many of the largest employers of surgical oncologists, including NCI-designated cancer centers, university hospital systems, and nonprofit academic medical centers, qualify as cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. This means they can file petitions at any time of year without lottery exposure. Migrate Mate filters employers by H-1B filing history so you can identify which institutions actively sponsor this role.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage apply to Surgical Oncologist roles?
Your employer must certify in the Labor Condition Application that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area. Surgical oncology maps to a high wage level given the subspecialty fellowship requirement. You can verify the applicable wage floor using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer.
What documents do I need for an H-1B petition as a Surgical Oncologist?
Your employer's attorney will typically need your M.D. diploma, ECFMG certificate if you trained outside the U.S., surgical oncology fellowship completion letter, board eligibility or certification documentation, medical license, and a detailed position description confirming the specialty occupation standard. Foreign credential evaluations are required if your degree is from a non-U.S. institution.
How long does H-1B processing take for physicians accepting a new attending role?
Standard USCIS processing runs several months, which can conflict with hospital credentialing timelines that require an approved petition before granting surgical privileges. Most academic and health system employers in this specialty use premium processing, which provides a 15-business-day adjudication window, to avoid delays in your start date and clinical onboarding.