J-1 Visa Veterinary Cardiologist Jobs
Veterinary Cardiologist roles in the U.S. typically qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship under the Research Scholar or Specialist program category, administered by a State Department-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019. Positions are concentrated in academic veterinary medical centers and specialty referral hospitals. Securing a host employer committed to the training plan is the critical first step toward sponsorship.
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Veterinary Intern
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department is dedicated to the well-being and care of all its patients. We work with great people, great clinicians, and great educators with a passion for animals and educating others that allows us to provide total care for animal patients while helping to train the next generation of veterinarians.
What we want
The Veterinary Interns, under general supervision, are licensed veterinarians who rotate through various veterinary specialty and service areas, usually for a duration of 2 to 4 weeks each. Veterinary Interns are expected to examine, diagnose, treat and manage patients. Veterinary Interns interact with clients (animal owners), teach veterinary students, and generate income for the teaching hospital. The Veterinary Intern internship will last one year.
What you need to know
Salary: Starting at $45,000/year and will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to diagnose and treat veterinary diseases.
- Outstanding entry-level medical knowledge.
- Ability to care for patients, in collaboration with a medical team.
- Willingness and skill in instructing students.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
- State of Texas Veterinary License. Must have a passing score on the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) and the Texas State Board examination.
Preferred Qualifications
- A graduate of College of Veterinary Medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or having certification by the AVMA’s education commission for foreign veterinary graduates (ECFVG) or the program for the assessment of veterinary education equivalence (PAVE).
Responsibilities
- Clinical rotations: Under supervision, examines, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients. Conducts case management and procedures with supervision. Communicates and interacts with clients regarding patient status, diagnoses, and procedures.
- Training: Contributes to the training of graduate and undergraduate students. Obtains post-graduate training under the supervision of licensed veterinary specialists.
- Rounds: Participates in topic and patient rounds.
- Academic: Completes an academic project during internship.
- Seminar Presentation: Prepares and delivers one high quality seminar to colleagues in their academic department.
- Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
- Other Requirements or Other Factors: Stands on feet for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift or move objects and/or animals of medium weight. Works beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. The Intern will be directly supervised 85% of the time. The Intern will be supervised by boarded specialist while having primary case care responsibility for complex cases. Additionally, the Intern will have the opportunity to interact with more than 49 small animal faculty members, 30 large animal faculty, and 30 interns and residents in the VMTH.
Why Texas A& M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Veterinary Intern
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department is dedicated to the well-being and care of all its patients. We work with great people, great clinicians, and great educators with a passion for animals and educating others that allows us to provide total care for animal patients while helping to train the next generation of veterinarians.
What we want
The Veterinary Interns, under general supervision, are licensed veterinarians who rotate through various veterinary specialty and service areas, usually for a duration of 2 to 4 weeks each. Veterinary Interns are expected to examine, diagnose, treat and manage patients. Veterinary Interns interact with clients (animal owners), teach veterinary students, and generate income for the teaching hospital. The Veterinary Intern internship will last one year.
What you need to know
Salary: Starting at $45,000/year and will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to diagnose and treat veterinary diseases.
- Outstanding entry-level medical knowledge.
- Ability to care for patients, in collaboration with a medical team.
- Willingness and skill in instructing students.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
- State of Texas Veterinary License. Must have a passing score on the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) and the Texas State Board examination.
Preferred Qualifications
- A graduate of College of Veterinary Medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or having certification by the AVMA’s education commission for foreign veterinary graduates (ECFVG) or the program for the assessment of veterinary education equivalence (PAVE).
Responsibilities
- Clinical rotations: Under supervision, examines, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients. Conducts case management and procedures with supervision. Communicates and interacts with clients regarding patient status, diagnoses, and procedures.
- Training: Contributes to the training of graduate and undergraduate students. Obtains post-graduate training under the supervision of licensed veterinary specialists.
- Rounds: Participates in topic and patient rounds.
- Academic: Completes an academic project during internship.
- Seminar Presentation: Prepares and delivers one high quality seminar to colleagues in their academic department.
- Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
- Other Requirements or Other Factors: Stands on feet for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift or move objects and/or animals of medium weight. Works beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. The Intern will be directly supervised 85% of the time. The Intern will be supervised by boarded specialist while having primary case care responsibility for complex cases. Additionally, the Intern will have the opportunity to interact with more than 49 small animal faculty members, 30 large animal faculty, and 30 interns and residents in the VMTH.
Why Texas A& M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Veterinary Cardiologist
Verify your ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY credentials match U.S. standards
Diplomate status with the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in cardiology is the baseline expectation at most U.S. academic host sites. Confirm your equivalent foreign board certification is recognizable before approaching any institution.
Target academic veterinary medical centers first
University-affiliated teaching hospitals are the most active hosts for J-1 Research Scholar and Specialist placements in veterinary cardiology. They have established relationships with designated sponsors and existing infrastructure for training plan documentation.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned roles
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. veterinary cardiology positions at employers with a documented history of hosting international exchange visitors, so you're not cold-applying to sites unfamiliar with the DS-2019 process.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Research Scholar and Specialist J-1 categories often carry the two-year home country return requirement if your position is government-funded or on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm your country's status before accepting a host offer, as this affects future H-1B visa or green card eligibility.
Align your training plan with the designated sponsor's requirements
The designated sponsor, not your host employer, approves and signs the DS-2019 and training plan. Work with your host's international office to draft objectives that satisfy the sponsor's program guidelines before the offer letter is finalized.
Negotiate host letter language before the sponsor submits
The host employer letter must specify your role, supervision structure, and duration in terms the designated sponsor accepts. Vague language about clinical duties without explicit training objectives is a common reason sponsors delay or decline DS-2019 issuance.
Veterinary Cardiologist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a veterinary cardiologist role?
Most veterinary cardiologists enter the U.S. under the Research Scholar or Specialist J-1 category. Research Scholar applies when the position involves a formal research component at an accredited institution. Specialist applies to recognized experts in a narrow field conducting non-research exchange activities. Intern and Trainee categories are available for those still completing degree programs or early supervised clinical training, but they carry shorter maximum durations and different training plan requirements.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a veterinary cardiologist?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. The hiring veterinary hospital or university is your host. The designated sponsor, such as IIE, Cultural Vistas, or a university with its own sponsoring authority, issues the DS-2019, monitors your program compliance, and maintains your SEVIS record. Your host employer facilitates the placement but does not have independent authority to sponsor a J-1.
Does a veterinary cardiologist J-1 carry a two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on your funding source and your home country's Exchange Visitor Skills List status. If your position is funded by a U.S. government agency, your home government, or your home country appears on the Skills List for veterinary medicine, you will likely be subject to the two-year requirement. This means you must return home for two years before changing to H-1B or applying for a green card, so confirming this before accepting any offer is critical.
How do I find veterinary cardiology positions that are open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Standard job boards rarely flag J-1 host eligibility. Use Migrate Mate to search for veterinary cardiologist roles at U.S. employers with experience hosting international exchange visitors. From there, verify directly with the institution's international office whether they work with a designated sponsor and whether they can support your specific J-1 category and training timeline.
Can a private specialty veterinary practice host a J-1 veterinary cardiologist?
Yes, but it is less common than academic placements. Private specialty hospitals can serve as J-1 host sites if they partner with a State Department-designated sponsor organization willing to approve the training plan. The challenge is that private practices often lack the administrative infrastructure for SEVIS reporting and training plan compliance. Academic veterinary medical centers have established systems for this, making them the more straightforward path for most applicants.