H-1B Visa Veterinarian Jobs
Veterinarian roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. Most sponsoring employers are large animal hospitals, university veterinary programs, and federal agencies like the USDA. The H-1B cap and annual lottery apply unless your employer holds cap-exempt status.
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St. Francis Animal Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Exotics-focused Veterinarian to become a part of our dynamic GP/ER team.
Are you looking for the chance to practice the highest standards of veterinary care, manage diverse caseloads (canine, feline, and avian/exotics), and still enjoy a flexible schedule with the work/life balance you deserve? You may be the veterinarian we are looking for! St. Francis Animal Hospital is an urgent care style practice providing daytime and evening veterinary care. Our doctors enjoy numerous benefits including progressive Continuing Education, a significant starting salary base, a supportive team environment with collaborative mentorship, access to the latest and greatest medical equipment, a generous sign-on compensation package for the right candidate, and much more!
What to expect:
- Positive and evolving culture with a new hospital management team
- Encouragement of personal education/interests
- Supportive colleagues who like to case-share and mentor - we care about the experience of our doctors and staff and expect our doctors to care about and support the staff in pursuit of a positive work experience for everyone.
- Opportunity to see exotics for those interested but not required
- Well-equipped hospital with digital radiology, ultrasound, O2 kennel, dental suite, 2 fully equipped ORs with capabilities for orthopedic surgeries
- Urgent care facility that is open days and evenings - provides more interesting cases and more daily variety than GP without being a critical care setting
- Positive relationship with local ECC facilities (2 in Vancouver, multiple in Portland)
BENEFITS/ PERKS:
- Competitive Base Salary of $120,000-$140,000 (based on experience and schedule) in addition to monthly Production Bonus
- 3-4 day work weeks
- Flexible scheduling
- Continuing Education Allowance and additional CE days
About the Community
We are located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, just north of the Columbia River and 15 minutes from Portland OR. Another 90 miles west will put you on the Pacific Coast. The area offers great outdoor activities and proximity to Portland’s culture and restaurants. Vancouver combines the excitement of a major metropolitan area with abundant recreational opportunities.
Some local perks:
- No income tax
- Mountains, rivers, and Pacific all within a 1-2 hour drive - tons of recreational activities
- Portland 15 mins away, Seattle 3 hours away
- Numerous restaurants, breweries, cideries, vineyards.
- Portland semi- and professional sports
If this all sounds like your next adventure, you are the veterinarian we are looking for!
INTRODUCTION
St. Francis Animal Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Exotics-focused Veterinarian to become a part of our dynamic GP/ER team.
Are you looking for the chance to practice the highest standards of veterinary care, manage diverse caseloads (canine, feline, and avian/exotics), and still enjoy a flexible schedule with the work/life balance you deserve? You may be the veterinarian we are looking for! St. Francis Animal Hospital is an urgent care style practice providing daytime and evening veterinary care. Our doctors enjoy numerous benefits including progressive Continuing Education, a significant starting salary base, a supportive team environment with collaborative mentorship, access to the latest and greatest medical equipment, a generous sign-on compensation package for the right candidate, and much more!
What to expect:
- Positive and evolving culture with a new hospital management team
- Encouragement of personal education/interests
- Supportive colleagues who like to case-share and mentor - we care about the experience of our doctors and staff and expect our doctors to care about and support the staff in pursuit of a positive work experience for everyone.
- Opportunity to see exotics for those interested but not required
- Well-equipped hospital with digital radiology, ultrasound, O2 kennel, dental suite, 2 fully equipped ORs with capabilities for orthopedic surgeries
- Urgent care facility that is open days and evenings - provides more interesting cases and more daily variety than GP without being a critical care setting
- Positive relationship with local ECC facilities (2 in Vancouver, multiple in Portland)
BENEFITS/ PERKS:
- Competitive Base Salary of $120,000-$140,000 (based on experience and schedule) in addition to monthly Production Bonus
- 3-4 day work weeks
- Flexible scheduling
- Continuing Education Allowance and additional CE days
About the Community
We are located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, just north of the Columbia River and 15 minutes from Portland OR. Another 90 miles west will put you on the Pacific Coast. The area offers great outdoor activities and proximity to Portland’s culture and restaurants. Vancouver combines the excitement of a major metropolitan area with abundant recreational opportunities.
Some local perks:
- No income tax
- Mountains, rivers, and Pacific all within a 1-2 hour drive - tons of recreational activities
- Portland 15 mins away, Seattle 3 hours away
- Numerous restaurants, breweries, cideries, vineyards.
- Portland semi- and professional sports
If this all sounds like your next adventure, you are the veterinarian we are looking for!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Veterinarian
Verify your DVM meets USCIS standards
USCIS requires your DVM or equivalent foreign degree to be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before petition filing. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization early, since incomplete evaluations are a leading cause of H-1B RFEs for internationally trained veterinarians.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, USDA research stations, and nonprofit veterinary teaching hospitals are often cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B any time without lottery exposure. Clinical and research roles at accredited veterinary schools are the clearest path to avoiding the annual April registration window.
Check employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to see which veterinary employers have active DOL Labor Condition Applications for your SOC code. This surfaces sponsors with a documented filing track record before you invest time in applications at practices that have never sponsored.
Confirm state veterinary license timing with your employer
Most states require a full veterinary license before you can practice independently, but some issue temporary or provisional licenses. Clarify with your prospective employer which license tier satisfies their H-1B petition requirements, since USCIS expects your credentials to match your job duties at the time of filing.
Use OFLC Wage Search to negotiate at the right prevailing wage level
DOL assigns veterinarians to wage levels I through IV based on experience and supervision. Run your offer through OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and work location before signing. An offer at Level I when your experience qualifies for Level III can create a prevailing wage deficiency that delays certification.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS premium processing upgrades your I-129 adjudication to 15 business days for an additional fee. If you're joining a clinic on a set opening date or taking over a departing veterinarian's caseload, premium processing eliminates the timing risk that standard processing creates.
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Find Veterinarian JobsVeterinarian H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a veterinarian role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Veterinarian positions require a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree as a minimum entry requirement, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation standard. The DVM must be from an accredited institution or evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. DVM by a recognized credential evaluation service. Roles that allow a non-DVM holder to perform the same duties would not qualify.
Which types of veterinary employers sponsor H-1B visas?
University veterinary colleges, USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service facilities, large multi-location animal hospital groups, and nonprofit veterinary research institutes are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for veterinarians. Private single-practice clinics sponsor less frequently due to cost and administrative complexity. Migrate Mate shows verified LCA filing history by employer so you can identify active sponsors before applying.
Does my state veterinary license affect H-1B eligibility?
USCIS expects you to hold or be eligible for the license required to perform your job duties. Most states require a full veterinary license for independent practice. If you're still completing licensure requirements, your employer should document that a provisional or supervised license is sufficient for the specific role at the time of filing to avoid an RFE.
How does the H-1B lottery affect veterinarians seeking sponsorship?
Veterinarian roles at private employers are subject to the annual H-1B cap and lottery. USCIS opens registration in March, and selection is random. Cap-exempt employers, including accredited veterinary colleges and qualifying nonprofit research organizations, can file outside the lottery at any time. If you're targeting private practices, your employer must register you during the March window.
Can a foreign-trained veterinarian with a non-U.S. DVM get H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but you need a credential evaluation confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. DVM before USCIS will accept it as the basis for a specialty occupation petition. You must also pass the NAVLE and meet individual state licensing requirements. Some states have additional foreign graduate requirements, so confirm your specific state's process with your prospective employer before they file.
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