TN Visa Hospitalist Jobs
Hospitalist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's physician provisions, making this one of the cleaner paths to U.S. hospital employment for Canadian and Mexican doctors. You'll need a Canadian or Mexican medical degree, active U.S. state licensure, and a signed employment offer from a U.S. hospital group to qualify.
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The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is seeking a full-time non-tenure Assistant Professor. This position is 80% FTE.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides clinical care to select inpatients at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Teaching PA students, medical students, residents, and fellows.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Education: Graduate of an accredited medical school. Completion of Pediatric Residency.
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LICENSES: Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric. Certification in Pediatric Hospital Medicine is a plus, but not required. Experience as a Hospitalist is preferred.
For benefits information, please visit
https://www.uthsc.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefits-preview-packet.pdf
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCES
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is a statewide flagship, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Sciences is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering collaborative education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UT Health Sciences contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.
Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Sciences is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT’s doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges - Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UT Health Sciences spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UT Health Sciences is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state’s largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.
Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a vibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.
Memphis boasts attractions, including Elvis Presley’s Graceland, the Memphis Grizzlies, historic Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, the second-largest urban county park in the United States, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
INTRODUCTION
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is seeking a full-time non-tenure Assistant Professor. This position is 80% FTE.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides clinical care to select inpatients at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Teaching PA students, medical students, residents, and fellows.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
-
Education: Graduate of an accredited medical school. Completion of Pediatric Residency.
-
LICENSES: Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric. Certification in Pediatric Hospital Medicine is a plus, but not required. Experience as a Hospitalist is preferred.
For benefits information, please visit
https://www.uthsc.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefits-preview-packet.pdf
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCES
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is a statewide flagship, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Sciences is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering collaborative education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UT Health Sciences contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.
Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Sciences is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT’s doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges - Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UT Health Sciences spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UT Health Sciences is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state’s largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.
Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a vibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.
Memphis boasts attractions, including Elvis Presley’s Graceland, the Memphis Grizzlies, historic Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, the second-largest urban county park in the United States, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Hospitalist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
Most U.S. hospitals require Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certification before extending a TN visa-eligible offer. Confirm your credentials are current and your USMLE scores are on file before targeting hospitalist openings.
Secure state licensure before your offer letter
TN visa approval for physicians requires an active, unrestricted license in the state where you'll practice. Licensing timelines vary by state, so submit your application months before your target start date to avoid delays.
Target hospital systems with existing J-1 waiver programs
Hospital groups already running J-1 visa waiver programs have established immigration infrastructure and are familiar with TN physician filings. These employers are far more likely to process your TN paperwork without internal delays or confusion.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-sponsoring hospitalist employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify hospital systems actively hiring hospitalists with TN visa sponsorship. Filter by role and visa type to surface employers whose hiring process already accounts for Canadian and Mexican physician candidates.
Request a support letter that names the TN category explicitly
Your employer's support letter must specify that you qualify under the TN physician category and that the role is for direct patient care, not research or teaching. A vague letter is one of the most common reasons CBP delays or refuses TN admission.
Understand how Mexican TN allocations affect your timeline
Mexican nationals face a finite annual TN allocation. If the cap is reached, consular processing can stall until the next fiscal year. File early in the fiscal year and confirm current allocation status with USCIS before your employer finalizes your start date.
Hospitalist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Hospitalist role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Hospitalists qualify under the TN physician category, which covers physicians in direct patient care roles. Your employer's offer letter must confirm the position involves clinical duties, not primarily research or academic work. You'll also need an active, unrestricted state medical license in the state where you'll practice.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Hospitalist positions?
The TN visa has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be processed at the Canadian border the same day. H-1B visa requires a lottery entry each April and a wait of months before you can start working. For Canadian hospitalists with a firm offer, TN is typically faster and far less uncertain. Mexican nationals should account for the TN annual allocation when planning.
Where can I find Hospitalist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for TN visa sponsorship jobs in the United States. You can filter by role and visa type to find hospitalist openings at hospital systems already set up to sponsor TN physicians, saving time compared to screening general job listings manually.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a signed offer letter or support letter that specifies your job title, a description of your duties confirming direct patient care, your salary, and the intended duration of employment. The letter should explicitly reference the TN physician category. Canadian applicants present this at the port of entry; Mexican nationals use consular processing.
Can a Hospitalist on TN status change hospital employers mid-year?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your sponsoring employer. If you change hospital systems, your new employer must file a new TN petition or you must obtain a new TN at the border before you begin working for them. Working for the new employer before the new TN is approved is a status violation, even if your prior authorization hasn't expired.