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Physician - Emergency Medicine positions in the United States are available to foreign medical graduates through the J-1 visa Physician program, the designated category for graduate medical education and clinical training. ECFMG serves as the primary sponsoring organization, issuing the DS-2019 and overseeing compliance. Securing a host institution that qualifies under this program is the first step toward J-1 sponsorship.
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Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications from board-certified or board-eligible nephrologists for a full-time clinical faculty position.
Department/Division Specifics
- Division Size: 16 Faculty (3 General Nephrology, 1 Interventional Nephrology, 1 Onco-Nephrologist, 2 Transplant Nephrology, 5 Private Practice, 4 Research)
- 1 Advanced Practice Provider
- 6 General Nephrology Fellowship positions (3 fellows per year - all positions filled for incoming class)
- Collaboration with multiple service lines (Heart and Vascular, Cancer, and Transplant) as well as other subspecialties (e.g. critical care, endocrinology, general internal medicine, geriatric medicine, hospital medicine, interventional radiology, obstetrics, rheumatology, palliative care, and surgery)
- US News and World Reports: Rush University Medical Center is rated High Performing in the following procedures and conditions related to Nephrology: Kidney Failure
Responsibilities
- The applicant will be expected to have broad skills in clinical nephrology, including but not limited to the renal care of dialysis patients, outpatient general nephrology and hospitalized patients, with an emphasis on building outpatient and dialysis programs within the Rush hospital system.
- Additional duties include education and mentoring of nephrology fellows, house officers and medical students, and participating in academic and clinical initiatives within the department.
- Interest in the areas of peritoneal dialysis, cardio-renal disease, and nephrolithiasis are encouraged.
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, evidence of excellence in nephrology clinical practice and teaching, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and academic interest in clinical research are preferred.
- The applicant is expected to be board certified in Nephrology and have completed an ACGME accredited fellowship in Nephrology.
- The candidate is expected to meet the highest standards of professionalism and collegiality.
- Academic appointment will be commensurate with experience, training and achievement in addition to teaching activities.
- Open to candidates of all experience levels, including newly graduating fellows.
- Active Illinois medical license or eligibility to obtain one is required.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities. Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities. Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year. All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years. Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.
Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Pay Range: $273,000 - $365,000
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Nephrology – Clinical Faculty/Physician
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications from board-certified or board-eligible nephrologists for a full-time clinical faculty position.
Department/Division Specifics
- Division Size: 16 Faculty (3 General Nephrology, 1 Interventional Nephrology, 1 Onco-Nephrologist, 2 Transplant Nephrology, 5 Private Practice, 4 Research)
- 1 Advanced Practice Provider
- 6 General Nephrology Fellowship positions (3 fellows per year - all positions filled for incoming class)
- Collaboration with multiple service lines (Heart and Vascular, Cancer, and Transplant) as well as other subspecialties (e.g. critical care, endocrinology, general internal medicine, geriatric medicine, hospital medicine, interventional radiology, obstetrics, rheumatology, palliative care, and surgery)
- US News and World Reports: Rush University Medical Center is rated High Performing in the following procedures and conditions related to Nephrology: Kidney Failure
Responsibilities
- The applicant will be expected to have broad skills in clinical nephrology, including but not limited to the renal care of dialysis patients, outpatient general nephrology and hospitalized patients, with an emphasis on building outpatient and dialysis programs within the Rush hospital system.
- Additional duties include education and mentoring of nephrology fellows, house officers and medical students, and participating in academic and clinical initiatives within the department.
- Interest in the areas of peritoneal dialysis, cardio-renal disease, and nephrolithiasis are encouraged.
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, evidence of excellence in nephrology clinical practice and teaching, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and academic interest in clinical research are preferred.
- The applicant is expected to be board certified in Nephrology and have completed an ACGME accredited fellowship in Nephrology.
- The candidate is expected to meet the highest standards of professionalism and collegiality.
- Academic appointment will be commensurate with experience, training and achievement in addition to teaching activities.
- Open to candidates of all experience levels, including newly graduating fellows.
- Active Illinois medical license or eligibility to obtain one is required.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities. Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities. Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year. All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years. Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.
Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Pay Range: $273,000 - $365,000
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Physician - Emergency Medicine
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
Emergency medicine residency and fellowship programs require ECFMG certification as a prerequisite for J-1 Physician sponsorship. Confirm your USMLE Step scores, medical school credentials, and English proficiency meet ECFMG standards before contacting host programs.
Target ACGME-accredited emergency medicine programs
J-1 Physician sponsorship applies only to graduate medical education at ACGME-accredited programs. Filter your search to hospitals and health systems with accredited emergency medicine residencies or fellowships, as non-accredited clinical positions don't qualify for this visa category.
Search roles on Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned opportunities
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. emergency medicine programs and host institutions that align with J-1 sponsorship requirements, filtering by role type and training structure before reaching out to program coordinators.
Assess the 2-year home residency requirement early
The J-1 Physician category almost always carries the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Research your country's bilateral agreement status and whether Conrad 30 waivers or federal agency waivers are realistic options before committing to a program.
Confirm the host program issues an official training plan
ECFMG requires a detailed training plan from the host institution before issuing your DS-2019. Ask the residency or fellowship coordinator to confirm they have experience completing ECFMG's training plan documentation, as gaps here delay your visa start date.
Align your program start date with match timelines
Most emergency medicine residency programs fill slots through the NRMP Match, with start dates in late June or early July. Factor in ECFMG DS-2019 processing time and U.S. consular appointment availability when planning your visa application timeline after matching.
Physician - Emergency Medicine J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to emergency medicine physicians?
Foreign medical graduates entering emergency medicine residency or fellowship programs in the United States use the J-1 Physician category, not Trainee or Research Scholar. ECFMG is the sole designated sponsor for this category and issues the DS-2019 directly to physicians enrolled in ACGME-accredited graduate medical education programs. Attending-level clinical positions outside GME do not qualify under this category.
Does the J-1 Physician visa carry a two-year home residency requirement?
Yes, the J-1 Physician category is subject to the two-year home country physical presence requirement under INA Section 212(e) in nearly all cases. This means you must return to your home country for two years after your program ends, or obtain a waiver, before changing to H-1B visa or a green card pathway. Conrad 30 waivers, available through state health departments for physicians who agree to work in underserved areas, are the most common waiver route for emergency medicine graduates.
How is J-1 visa sponsorship different from employer-based visa sponsorship for physicians?
With J-1 sponsorship, the hospital or health system where you train is the host institution, not the visa sponsor. ECFMG is the U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization and is responsible for issuing your DS-2019 and monitoring your compliance. The host program coordinates with ECFMG, but your legal visa status is tied to ECFMG's oversight, not the hospital's immigration filings.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find emergency medicine programs that support J-1 physicians?
Yes. Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. emergency medicine roles and host institutions that align with J-1 sponsorship, so you can identify programs experienced with ECFMG's requirements before applying. Filtering by role type and training structure helps you avoid programs that aren't set up for the J-1 Physician category and narrows your list to realistic matches.
What documents does ECFMG require to issue a DS-2019 for emergency medicine training?
ECFMG requires proof of ECFMG certification, a completed application through its sponsorship system, a signed training plan from the host program outlining your educational objectives and supervision structure, and confirmation of ACGME accreditation for the program. The host program's coordinator typically submits the training plan directly to ECFMG. Processing can take several weeks, so starting this process promptly after matching is necessary to meet your program start date.