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Center Director roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant or Scientific Technician categories, depending on your program focus and degree field. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap concerns. Mexican citizens require a consular visa appointment. A qualifying bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
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The Division of Vascular Surgery at OHSU provides excellent patient care while maintaining educational and research-rich programs that train surgeons and researchers and enhance their understanding of the vascular system. A special interest in quality outcomes and measurement drives much of the division's research they offer a 2-year vascular and endovascular surgery fellowship as well as an integrated residency program. OHSU's vascular surgeons operate out of the Knight Cardiovascular Institute.
Function/Duties of Position:
The Aortic Center Director provides strategic, clinical, operational, and academic leadership for a comprehensive, multidisciplinary Aortic Center dedicated to the full spectrum of aortic disease, including aneurysms, dissections, and genetic syndromes. The Director is responsible for program growth; quality and safety performance; care pathway standardization; multidisciplinary coordination (cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiology, radiology, anesthesia, genetics, ICU); referral development; and academic output in both education and research. The role includes active participation in complex open and endovascular aortic care, advanced imaging and case planning, and longitudinal patient surveillance.
In addition to Center leadership responsibilities, the candidate will maintain a high-volume ambulatory and surgical practice within the Division of Vascular Surgery. The Director will provide support and mentorship to junior faculty and Advanced Practice Providers and will partner with division leadership, perioperative services, and ambulatory operations to optimize clinical workflows across the division and institution.
The candidate will also support the Residency and Fellowship Program Director by contributing to the education of fellows and residents, including development and delivery of a structured aortic curriculum.
Finally, the Center Director will collaborate with the Division Head of Vascular Surgery, the Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Surgery, and the Director of Research in the Knight Cardiovascular Institute to expand and strengthen the Center’s portfolio of clinical trials and research grants. This includes working with division leadership and departmental research administration on the development, oversight, and management of all extramural funding streams associated with the Center.
Required Qualifications:
- MD/DO (or equivalent) with Board Certification in Vascular Surgery
- Advanced fellowship training in aortic surgery (open and/or endovascular) or equivalent high-volume experience.
- Eligibility for [state] medical licensure and hospital privileges.
- Documented proficiency with complex aortic surgery (e.g., arch, F/B-EVAR, TEVAR, TAAA, reoperations) and perioperative management.
- Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary programs or teams and experience with quality improvement initiatives.
- Strong communication, change management, and team-building skills.
- Commitment to teaching and mentoring; academic track record appropriate to rank.
- Ensure that vascular surgery services are available seven (7) days per week, twenty-four (24) hours a day by participating in group scheduling and call responsibilities.
- Responsible for participating in daily multi-disciplinary rounds on nursing units.
- Performs a broad range of vascular surgical procedures with significant competence in both open and endovascular vascular surgery procedures, including aortic disease as well as peripheral arterial disease.
- Documents clinical care in an appropriate, timely and accurate manner including H & Ps, operation notes, progress notes and DC summaries.
- Develops a referral base for vascular surgery patients.
- Opportunity for research, resident education, and participation in conferences as an OHSU faculty member.
Why apply to OHSU?: We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu.
Department Overview:
The Division of Vascular Surgery at OHSU provides excellent patient care while maintaining educational and research-rich programs that train surgeons and researchers and enhance their understanding of the vascular system. A special interest in quality outcomes and measurement drives much of the division's research they offer a 2-year vascular and endovascular surgery fellowship as well as an integrated residency program. OHSU's vascular surgeons operate out of the Knight Cardiovascular Institute.
Function/Duties of Position:
The Aortic Center Director provides strategic, clinical, operational, and academic leadership for a comprehensive, multidisciplinary Aortic Center dedicated to the full spectrum of aortic disease, including aneurysms, dissections, and genetic syndromes. The Director is responsible for program growth; quality and safety performance; care pathway standardization; multidisciplinary coordination (cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiology, radiology, anesthesia, genetics, ICU); referral development; and academic output in both education and research. The role includes active participation in complex open and endovascular aortic care, advanced imaging and case planning, and longitudinal patient surveillance.
In addition to Center leadership responsibilities, the candidate will maintain a high-volume ambulatory and surgical practice within the Division of Vascular Surgery. The Director will provide support and mentorship to junior faculty and Advanced Practice Providers and will partner with division leadership, perioperative services, and ambulatory operations to optimize clinical workflows across the division and institution.
The candidate will also support the Residency and Fellowship Program Director by contributing to the education of fellows and residents, including development and delivery of a structured aortic curriculum.
Finally, the Center Director will collaborate with the Division Head of Vascular Surgery, the Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Surgery, and the Director of Research in the Knight Cardiovascular Institute to expand and strengthen the Center’s portfolio of clinical trials and research grants. This includes working with division leadership and departmental research administration on the development, oversight, and management of all extramural funding streams associated with the Center.
Required Qualifications:
- MD/DO (or equivalent) with Board Certification in Vascular Surgery
- Advanced fellowship training in aortic surgery (open and/or endovascular) or equivalent high-volume experience.
- Eligibility for [state] medical licensure and hospital privileges.
- Documented proficiency with complex aortic surgery (e.g., arch, F/B-EVAR, TEVAR, TAAA, reoperations) and perioperative management.
- Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary programs or teams and experience with quality improvement initiatives.
- Strong communication, change management, and team-building skills.
- Commitment to teaching and mentoring; academic track record appropriate to rank.
- Ensure that vascular surgery services are available seven (7) days per week, twenty-four (24) hours a day by participating in group scheduling and call responsibilities.
- Responsible for participating in daily multi-disciplinary rounds on nursing units.
- Performs a broad range of vascular surgical procedures with significant competence in both open and endovascular vascular surgery procedures, including aortic disease as well as peripheral arterial disease.
- Documents clinical care in an appropriate, timely and accurate manner including H & Ps, operation notes, progress notes and DC summaries.
- Develops a referral base for vascular surgery patients.
- Opportunity for research, resident education, and participation in conferences as an OHSU faculty member.
Why apply to OHSU?: We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Center Director
Match your degree to the program type
TN visa eligibility for Center Directors depends on how your degree aligns with the center's function, whether that's education, healthcare, or social services. A business or public administration degree supports management-focused roles; a field-specific degree strengthens specialty program applications.
Target organizations with existing TN infrastructure
Nonprofit networks, university-affiliated centers, and federally funded program operators regularly sponsor work visas for professional roles. These employers have experience navigating visa sponsorship processes, which can streamline hiring timelines for Canadian and Mexican candidates. For TN status specifically, Canadian applicants can present their offer letter and supporting documentation directly at the U.S. border, while Mexican applicants apply through a U.S. consulate—both processes are typically faster than other visa categories.
Request a support letter that names your TN category
Your employer's support letter must explicitly name the TN category you're entering under and connect your Center Director duties to that category's definition. Vague letters citing generic management experience are the most common reason CBP asks clarifying questions at the port of entry.
Resolve credential gaps before the job search
If your degree is from a Mexican or Canadian institution and the title differs from U.S. equivalents, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. Submitting an unevaluated transcript delays offers and can complicate CBP review for Mexican nationals at the consulate.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by employer visa experience
Center Director postings rarely specify TN sponsorship upfront. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas, so you can focus your applications on organizations already familiar with hiring Canadian and Mexican professionals under USMCA agreements.
Confirm the offer letter covers all CBP requirements
Before Canadian citizens cross at the port of entry, verify the offer letter states your job title, wage, employer address, and intended duration. CBP officers adjudicate TN status on the spot and missing details in the letter are grounds for a deferred inspection or outright denial.
Center Director TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Center Director role qualify for TN visa status?
It can, but the qualification depends on which TN category your employer uses and how your duties are framed. Center Directors in education or healthcare settings often qualify under the Scientific Technician or Management Consultant categories when the role requires applying specialized theoretical knowledge. Roles that are primarily administrative without a direct connection to a qualifying discipline are harder to support.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Center Directors compare to H-1B?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can receive approval at the port of entry within a single day. H-1B visa requires a March lottery registration and a wait until October 1 at the earliest. For Center Directors who already have a job offer and a qualifying degree, TN is a faster and more predictable path than H-1B, as long as the role fits an approved USMCA category.
What documents does a Canadian Center Director need at the port of entry?
You need a valid Canadian passport, an employer support letter naming your TN category and job duties, proof of your qualifying degree, and evidence of the job offer including salary and duration. CBP officers at the port of entry review all of this in real time, so every document must be complete and internally consistent before you travel.
How can I find Center Director jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most Center Director postings don't explicitly advertise TN sponsorship, which makes it difficult to filter for employers who are already prepared to hire under USMCA. Migrate Mate lets you search Center Director roles specifically by TN visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're applying to employers who have already navigated the process for Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Can Mexican citizens get TN sponsorship for Center Director positions?
Yes, but Mexican nationals follow a different process than Canadians. You must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico and receive a TN visa stamp before traveling, rather than seeking approval at the port of entry. Consular appointment availability varies by location and season, so building extra lead time into your start date is essential when negotiating your offer.