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Family Physician roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican citizens with an MD or DO degree and a valid medical license. Canadian applicants can secure TN status at the U.S. port of entry without a lottery wait. Mexican physicians must obtain a TN visa stamp at a U.S. consulate.
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Family Medicine Faculty Physician with OB (Clinical Physician)
Hiring Department: Department of Family and Community Medicine
Location: Rockford, IL 61107 USA
Requisition ID: 1041639
Posting Close Date: Monday, October 19, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT)
Salary: The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $250,000 to $290,000. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. Additional incentive compensation may also be available for clinical work performed beyond the standard scope of responsibilities.
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Job Summary:
The Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford (UICOMR) and the UI Health Mile Square Health Center – L.P. Johnson Rockford are pleased to announce a joint full-time position for a Family Medicine-OB Physician. This role encompasses both clinical responsibilities at the health center, on labor and delivery, and faculty duties within UICOMR, providing a unique opportunity to blend patient care with teaching, mentoring, and scholarly activity.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to a panel of patients, including OB patients.
- Examine patient and obtain medical history from patient, parents, guardians to prepare patient profile. Review developmental and medical history of patient.
- Participate in diagnostic staffing to correlate findings, determine diagnosis and develop appropriate treatment recommendations.
- Discuss findings and recommendations with client, parents, agencies, etc. as needed.
- Responsible for medication management (includes but is not limited to writing prescriptions, monitoring efficacy, monitoring adverse reactions).
- Round on OB patients and in the newborn nursery, perform deliveries on labor and delivery, participate in OB call.
- Share in L&D responsibilities with two to three other FM-OB faculty and a supportive Obstetrics department.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Faculty Responsibilities
- Precept residents in the ambulatory setting as well as oversee a resident team on labor and delivery.
- Supervise residents in our innovative STRETCH-OB surgical obstetrics program.
- Presentation of didactics to support medical education.
- Advising and mentoring of residents and medical students.
- Participation in supported scholarship activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine (board certification required by start date).
- Unrestricted Illinois license to practice medicine or Illinois license eligible.
- Current Valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced training or fellowship in obstetrics or women’s health.
- Experience in performing and interpreting obstetric ultrasound procedures.
- Experience in managing prenatal care and independently performing deliveries.
Application Instructions
We will begin reviewing applications on or around Monday, August 24, 2026, with full consideration given to those received by this date.
Please include a cover letter, CV, and list of three professional references with your application.
For fullest consideration date: Monday, August 24, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT)
The search committee will review applications received by this date for early action.
Final date to apply: Monday, October 19, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT)
Applications received through this date will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Family Physician
Verify your license meets state requirements
Each state where you'll practice requires its own medical license, and TN visa status is tied to your job location. Confirm your Canadian or Mexican credentials are recognized in the specific U.S. state before accepting an offer.
Target health systems with established TN pipelines
Large hospital networks and federally qualified health centers regularly sponsor TN physicians. Prioritize employers with recent visa sponsorship experience, as their HR teams will be familiar with the documentation and support letter requirements for work visa candidates.
Secure your support letter before negotiating start dates
Your employer prepares a support letter outlining your role and qualifications before your TN application is submitted. For Canadian applicants, build at least two weeks into your start date to allow time for document preparation and your port of entry presentation. For Mexican applicants, account for U.S. consulate processing time. This ensures nothing stalls on your credentialing day.
Search TN-sponsoring physician employers on Migrate Mate
Filtering for Family Physician roles at employers with recent visa filings helps you focus on companies experienced with work visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate surfaces employers by role and visa type so you spend time on genuine opportunities, not dead ends.
Gather proof of specialty occupation at the port of entry
Canadian physicians applying for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry need the job offer letter, employer support letter, medical degree, and state license documentation in hand. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, so gaps in documentation mean denial.
Request TN renewal timing from your employer early
TN status is granted in three-year increments with unlimited renewals. Coordinate with your employer to start the renewal process at least 90 days before expiration to avoid any gap in your authorization to practice.
Family Physician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Family Physician role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Physicians are explicitly listed among the qualifying USMCA professional occupations for TN status. You need an MD or DO degree and a valid license in the state where you'll practice. The role must be a direct employment arrangement, not an independent contractor position, for TN eligibility to apply.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Family Physician jobs?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, making it far more predictable for physician hiring than H-1B visa. H-1B requires employer sponsorship through a lottery that accepts only a fraction of registrations each year. TN also processes faster, since Canadian physicians can receive TN status at a U.S. port of entry the same day. Mexican physicians follow a consular route, but still avoid the H-1B lottery.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa as a Family Physician?
You can change employers, but TN status is employer-specific. Your new employer must provide a support letter and a qualifying job offer before you start work. Canadian physicians can apply for the new TN at a port of entry with the employer's support letter, while Mexican physicians typically need a new consular appointment to have the updated visa stamp issued.
Where can I find Family Physician jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Family Physician openings by visa type, so you can focus on employers experienced with visa sponsorship. Generic job searches rarely surface sponsorship details upfront, which means most of your outreach would go to employers unfamiliar with the TN process or unprepared to support your application.
Does my Canadian or Mexican medical degree satisfy TN specialty occupation requirements?
Generally yes, but the degree must be equivalent to a U.S. MD or DO. Canadian degrees from accredited medical schools are routinely accepted. Mexican physicians often need a credential evaluation confirming equivalency, and some states require additional licensing steps before issuing a state medical license, which is a prerequisite for TN approval.