J-1 Visa Internal Medicine Physician Jobs

Internal Medicine Physician positions in the United States are available to international medical graduates through the J-1 Physician program category, which requires sponsorship from an ECFMG-designated organization. Host hospitals and health systems work with designated sponsors to issue the DS-2019, making sponsorship a three-party arrangement between you, the employer, and the sponsor.

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Open Jobs20+
Top Visa TypeJ-1
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$280K
Top LocationChicago, IL
Most JobsRush University Medical Center

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Central Florida Health Care, Inc.
Adults/Family/Internal Medicine Physician
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Central Florida Health Care, Inc.
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Adults/Family/Internal Medicine Physician
Central Florida Health Care, Inc.
Dundee, Florida
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Doctorate

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Reid Health
Pediatric & Internal Medicine Physician
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Reid Health
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Pediatric & Internal Medicine Physician
Reid Health
Richmond, Indiana
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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Other

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HealthPartners
Internal Medicine Physician
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HealthPartners
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Internal Medicine Physician
HealthPartners
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Medical Specialists
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
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Rush University Medical Center
Physician - Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology
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Rush University Medical Center
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Physician - Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$403,740 - $500,000
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5+ yrs exp.
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Main Line Health
Physician, Internal Medicine
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Main Line Health
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Physician, Internal Medicine
Main Line Health
Wynnewood, Pennsylvania
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Patient Services & Wellbeing
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Tips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Internal Medicine Physician

Verify your ECFMG certification before applying

ECFMG certification is a hard prerequisite for J-1 Physician sponsorship. Confirm your USMLE scores, medical credentials, and English proficiency documentation are current before approaching any host institution, as incomplete files stall the DS-2019 issuance process.

Identify programs with J-1 waiver pathways early

Many Internal Medicine residency and fellowship programs sponsor J-1 Physician status but differ on whether they support Conrad 30 or federal agency waivers afterward. Ask programs explicitly which waiver types they have historically supported for graduates facing the two-year home residency requirement.

Search employers already hosting J-1 physicians on Migrate Mate

Use Migrate Mate to filter Internal Medicine Physician roles by employers with active J-1 hosting history, so you target health systems and teaching hospitals already familiar with the DS-2019 process rather than educating a new employer from scratch.

Confirm the host institution's ACGME accreditation status

ECFMG will only issue a DS-2019 for training at ACGME-accredited programs. Before accepting an offer, verify the program's accreditation status directly through ACGME's public database, since a lapse mid-program can terminate your J-1 status.

Request a written 2-year requirement determination upfront

Not every Internal Medicine J-1 Physician is automatically subject to the two-year home residency requirement, but most are. Ask ECFMG for a written determination specific to your country of nationality and country of medical training before signing your training contract.

Align your DS-2019 program dates with licensing timelines

State medical boards require J-1 Physician trainees to hold a valid DS-2019 covering the entire licensure period. Coordinate with your ECFMG sponsor well before renewal deadlines to avoid gaps that would interrupt your state license and hospital privileges.

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Internal Medicine Physician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Which J-1 program category applies to Internal Medicine Physicians?

Internal Medicine Physicians training in residency or fellowship programs use the J-1 Physician category, administered exclusively through ECFMG as the sole U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor for this category. The Physician category is distinct from Intern, Trainee, or Research Scholar and is specifically designed for graduate medical education at ACGME-accredited institutions.

What is the two-year home residency requirement, and does it apply to me?

The two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) obligates certain J-1 Physicians to return to their home country for two years before changing to most other visa statuses. It applies if your training was funded by your home government or if your nationality is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List. ECFMG can issue a written determination specific to your circumstances.

Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an Internal Medicine Physician position?

ECFMG is the designated sponsor and issues the DS-2019, while the hiring hospital or health system serves as the host institution. The employer does not sponsor the J-1 visa directly. This three-party structure means you must be accepted by both a qualifying ACGME-accredited training program and have your paperwork processed through ECFMG before your visa is issued.

How do I find Internal Medicine Physician positions where the host employer is already familiar with J-1 requirements?

Use Migrate Mate to search for Internal Medicine Physician roles filtered by employers with demonstrated J-1 hosting experience. Targeting health systems that have previously hosted J-1 Physicians shortens the negotiation process because their graduate medical education and legal teams already understand DS-2019 timelines, ECFMG compliance requirements, and training plan documentation.

Can I apply for a J-1 waiver after completing my Internal Medicine training?

Yes. Physicians subject to the two-year home residency requirement can apply for a waiver through several federal agency programs, including the Conrad 30 program administered by state health departments, which requires a three-year service commitment in an underserved area. Waiver type availability depends on your specialty, your state, and whether your training program has historically supported departing residents through the process.

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