TN Visa Cardiovascular Surgeon Jobs
Cardiovascular surgeons qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's physician and surgeon category, giving Canadian and Mexican professionals a cap-free alternative to H-1B visa. U.S. hospitals and academic medical centers actively recruit for this high-demand specialty. No lottery, no annual wait, just a qualifying job offer and verified credentials.
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Cardiovascular Lab-RN
Full Time I First Shift
Cardiovascular I Lexington, Ky
$15,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified individuals.
The Noninvasive Lab is a specialized department within a healthcare facility dedicated to performing diagnostic tests and supporting improved quality of life for patients. This unit, composed of registered nurses, nuclear medicine technicians, sonographers, and exercise physiologists, provides high-quality care to assist physicians in diagnosing, managing, and treating cardiovascular conditions. Additionally, our Cardiac Rehab program helps patients recover and improve their heart health following a cardiac event.
Description:
- Assessment of patients’ needs.
- Development of patient care plans.
- Provision of direct care.
- Management of patient care delivery.
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
- Support for quality care.
- Customer relations and a healing environment.
- On call requirement weekends/holidays picked by rotation.
- Operating Room Nurses provide care and support to patients before, during and after surgery.
- Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity.
Qualifications
- Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky.
- Bachelor’s or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.
- Applicants with an associate degree in nursing and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years.
- ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
- ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Summary
Job Description:
Cardiovascular Lab-RN
Full Time I First Shift
Cardiovascular I Lexington, Ky
$15,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified individuals.
The Noninvasive Lab is a specialized department within a healthcare facility dedicated to performing diagnostic tests and supporting improved quality of life for patients. This unit, composed of registered nurses, nuclear medicine technicians, sonographers, and exercise physiologists, provides high-quality care to assist physicians in diagnosing, managing, and treating cardiovascular conditions. Additionally, our Cardiac Rehab program helps patients recover and improve their heart health following a cardiac event.
Description:
- Assessment of patients’ needs.
- Development of patient care plans.
- Provision of direct care.
- Management of patient care delivery.
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
- Support for quality care.
- Customer relations and a healing environment.
- On call requirement weekends/holidays picked by rotation.
- Operating Room Nurses provide care and support to patients before, during and after surgery.
- Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity.
Qualifications
- Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky.
- Bachelor’s or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.
- Applicants with an associate degree in nursing and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years.
- ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
- ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Cardiovascular Surgeon
Verify your credentials meet U.S. board standards
TN visa classification requires proof of a medical degree and licensure, but U.S. surgical employers also expect board eligibility or certification. Confirm your Canadian or Mexican surgical training maps to ABTS or ABCS standards before applying.
Target academic medical centers with active recruitment pipelines
Teaching hospitals and health systems with cardiothoracic surgery programs are most experienced handling TN sponsorship paperwork. Prioritize institutions that list visa sponsorship explicitly in their physician recruitment postings.
Clarify TN status at the offer letter stage
Negotiate TN visa support before signing any employment agreement. Your offer letter must describe your role as a physician or surgeon and match the USMCA professional category exactly, vague job titles can cause problems at the port of entry.
Search TN-sponsored cardiovascular surgeon roles on Migrate Mate
Finding employers who actively sponsor TN visas for surgical roles is the hardest part of the process. Migrate Mate filters jobs by visa sponsorship type so you can target cardiovascular surgeon openings without sorting through irrelevant listings.
Prepare a complete credentials package for port of entry
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry without a prior USCIS petition. Bring your medical degree, surgical training documentation, state license, and the signed employer support letter to avoid delays or secondary inspection.
Understand how Mexican TN allocation affects your timeline
Mexican nationals must obtain a TN visa stamp at a U.S. consulate before entry, and Mexico's annual TN allocation is capped. File your DS-160 and schedule your consular appointment early, especially for roles starting within 60 to 90 days.
Cardiovascular Surgeon TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does cardiovascular surgery qualify as a TN visa occupation?
Yes. Cardiovascular surgeons qualify under the USMCA physician and surgeon professional category. Your role must require a medical degree and involve direct patient care in a specialty that maps to that category. The TN is employer-specific, so each new position requires a fresh application or amendment tied to that employer's support letter.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for cardiovascular surgeons?
TN has no annual cap and no lottery for Canadians, making it far more predictable than H-1B. Canadians can get TN status the same day at a port of entry. H-1B requires USCIS adjudication and a lottery selection before any approval. For a cardiovascular surgeon with a qualifying job offer, TN is typically faster and more reliable to activate.
Which U.S. employers sponsor TN visas for cardiovascular surgeons?
Academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and large hospital networks are the most consistent TN sponsors for cardiovascular surgeons. These institutions have in-house legal teams or retained immigration counsel familiar with physician TN filings. Community hospitals occasionally sponsor too, but their familiarity with TN documentation varies. Use Migrate Mate to find cardiovascular surgeon roles explicitly listed with TN visa sponsorship.
Can I hold a U.S. state medical license on TN status while pursuing permanent residency?
TN status does not allow dual intent, meaning it's not designed for those actively pursuing a green card. You can hold a state medical license and work on TN without issue, but filing an immigrant petition simultaneously may raise questions about your nonimmigrant intent. Speak with an immigration attorney if you're considering both paths at the same time.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that describes your position as a physician or surgeon, confirms your qualifications, lists the location and duration of employment, and states that the role is temporary. For Canadian applicants, this letter is presented directly at the border alongside your credentials. Mexican applicants submit it as part of the consular visa application package.