J-1 Visa Clinical Psychiatrist Jobs
Clinical Psychiatrist positions in the U.S. are available to international physicians through the J-1 Physician program, administered by ECFMG as a State Department-designated sponsor. This program covers residency training, fellowship placements, and exchange visits at academic medical centers. Most positions carry a two-year home residency requirement. Sponsorship is issued through ECFMG, not the hospital employer.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / PERIOPERATIVE CAS OR INTERNSHIP
Requisition Number: NR15046
Working Title: RN/PERIOPERATIVE INTERNSHIP/UK Center for Advanced Surgery
Department Name: H3140:Center for Advanced Surgery
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 10
Salary Range: $28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
7:00 am – 3:30pm working a 1.0 fte throughout the internship. Will be assigned available shift based on department needs upon completion of internship.
Job Summary
The Perioperative Nurse internship is a six-month on the job training to perform limited scrub duties and extensive circulation duties in perioperative services. Previous RN experience excluding the OR is preferred, but new graduate RN’s are also encouraged to apply. Must agree to work a minimum of 18 months following completion of the perioperative internship. Hours of employment may be on any shift and on any day of the week.
Registered Nurses in the Center for Advanced Surgery (CAS) Operating Room (OR) at UK Chandler Hospital provide operating room care to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. The Center for Advanced Surgery focuses on providing safe and efficient outpatient surgical care and treats patients in a variety of specialty areas including: ophthalmology; sports medicine and orthopedics; otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat); oral and maxillofacial; pain management; dental; as well as plastic, pediatric and general surgery.
The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Deadline to Apply
05/11/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / PERIOPERATIVE CAS OR INTERNSHIP
Requisition Number: NR15046
Working Title: RN/PERIOPERATIVE INTERNSHIP/UK Center for Advanced Surgery
Department Name: H3140:Center for Advanced Surgery
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 10
Salary Range: $28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
7:00 am – 3:30pm working a 1.0 fte throughout the internship. Will be assigned available shift based on department needs upon completion of internship.
Job Summary
The Perioperative Nurse internship is a six-month on the job training to perform limited scrub duties and extensive circulation duties in perioperative services. Previous RN experience excluding the OR is preferred, but new graduate RN’s are also encouraged to apply. Must agree to work a minimum of 18 months following completion of the perioperative internship. Hours of employment may be on any shift and on any day of the week.
Registered Nurses in the Center for Advanced Surgery (CAS) Operating Room (OR) at UK Chandler Hospital provide operating room care to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. The Center for Advanced Surgery focuses on providing safe and efficient outpatient surgical care and treats patients in a variety of specialty areas including: ophthalmology; sports medicine and orthopedics; otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat); oral and maxillofacial; pain management; dental; as well as plastic, pediatric and general surgery.
The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Deadline to Apply
05/11/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Psychiatrist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
ECFMG certification is a prerequisite for J-1 Physician sponsorship and for U.S. residency programs. If your primary medical degree is from outside the U.S., confirm your credentials are verified through ECFMG before submitting residency or fellowship applications.
Target psychiatry programs with ACGME accreditation
Host institutions for J-1 Physician exchange visitors must be ACGME-accredited for psychiatry residencies or fellowships. Prioritize applications to academic medical centers and university-affiliated hospitals, which are far more likely to have established relationships with ECFMG as the designated sponsor.
Search J-1-friendly psychiatry roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers and clinical psychiatry roles where J-1 sponsorship pathways are active. Filtering by visa-compatible roles saves time compared to manually screening program listings for sponsor eligibility.
Understand the two-year home residency requirement
Most J-1 Physician participants are subject to the two-year home country physical presence requirement under INA Section 212(e). Clarify with your program coordinator whether a waiver through a state health agency or federal agency applies before you accept an offer.
Prepare a training plan aligned with ECFMG requirements
ECFMG requires a signed training plan detailing your clinical objectives, supervision structure, and program duration before issuing the DS-2019. Work with your residency coordinator to draft this document in advance, as incomplete plans delay sponsorship processing.
Confirm host institution can act as your program sponsor
Not every hospital that recruits international psychiatrists can serve as your host for J-1 purposes. The institution must formally agree to host you under ECFMG sponsorship, which requires an active affiliation agreement. Ask program directors directly whether this is in place before you apply.
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Find Clinical Psychiatrist JobsClinical Psychiatrist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Clinical Psychiatrist roles in the U.S.?
Clinical Psychiatrists entering U.S. residency or fellowship training use the J-1 Physician category, not the general Trainee or Research Scholar categories. ECFMG is the State Department-designated sponsor for this category and issues the DS-2019. The hiring hospital or academic medical center serves as the host institution, not the visa sponsor.
Who is the actual J-1 sponsor for a psychiatry residency, the hospital or ECFMG?
ECFMG is the designated J-1 sponsor for physicians in U.S. graduate medical education. The hospital or health system where you train is your host institution. ECFMG issues the DS-2019, monitors your compliance, and maintains your exchange visitor record. Your employer does not sponsor your J-1 visa directly.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to psychiatrists on J-1 visas?
Yes, the two-year home country physical presence requirement applies to most J-1 Physician participants. You must return to your home country for two years after your program unless you obtain a waiver. Waivers are available through channels including a U.S. state health agency Conrad 30 waiver, a federal agency request, or a claim of exceptional hardship or persecution.
How do I find U.S. psychiatry programs that support J-1 sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for clinical psychiatrist roles and employers with active J-1 sponsorship pathways. Not every residency or fellowship program that recruits internationally has an ECFMG affiliation agreement in place, so confirming J-1 compatibility before applying prevents wasted time in the match process.
Can an attending psychiatrist position use the J-1 visa, or is it only for trainees?
The J-1 Physician category is specifically designed for graduate medical education, meaning residency and fellowship training. Attending-level clinical positions do not qualify under this category. Psychiatrists seeking attending roles typically need H-1B, O-1, or J-1 Research Scholar sponsorship depending on whether the role has an academic or research component affiliated with a university.
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