TN Visa Medical Physicist Jobs
Medical Physicist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA, covering clinical, research, and medical health physics positions. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry or by mail; Mexican citizens require a U.S. consular appointment. Your degree must be in physics, medical physics, or a closely related physical science.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Austin, TX
Facility: Seton Administrative Offices
Department/Specialty: Imaging Support Services
Schedule: Days | Full-time | Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Deliver high-quality patient care by ensuring the absolute precision and safety of all medical imaging and radiation therapy equipment.
- Perform rigorous equipment calibrations and quality improvement reviews to optimize clinical performance and safeguard both patients and staff.
- Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team and radiation oncologists to design, calculate, and verify precise clinical documentation for patient treatments.
- Lead comprehensive radiation safety training and implement strict compliance procedures as a dedicated Medical Physicist across the departments.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Medical Physicist credentialed from the Texas Board of Licensure for Professional Medical Physicists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- One or more of the following required:
+ Medical Physicist credentialed from the American Board of Medical Physics obtained within 36 Months (3 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
+ Medical Physicist credentialed from the American Board of Radiology obtained within 36 Months (3 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
+ Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM) in Diagnostic Radiology Physics, American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine (ABSNM) as a Medical Physicist (DABSNM), American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) as a Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP), American Board of Health Physics (ABHP) as a Certified Health Physicist (CHP) or a Diplomate (DABHP) also accepted in lieu of ABR or ABMPEX.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- Previous Nuclear Medicine / PET / CT physicist experience
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Seton Administrative Offices
Department/Specialty: Imaging Support Services
Schedule: Days | Full-time | Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Deliver high-quality patient care by ensuring the absolute precision and safety of all medical imaging and radiation therapy equipment.
- Perform rigorous equipment calibrations and quality improvement reviews to optimize clinical performance and safeguard both patients and staff.
- Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team and radiation oncologists to design, calculate, and verify precise clinical documentation for patient treatments.
- Lead comprehensive radiation safety training and implement strict compliance procedures as a dedicated Medical Physicist across the departments.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Medical Physicist credentialed from the Texas Board of Licensure for Professional Medical Physicists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- One or more of the following required:
+ Medical Physicist credentialed from the American Board of Medical Physics obtained within 36 Months (3 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
+ Medical Physicist credentialed from the American Board of Radiology obtained within 36 Months (3 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
+ Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM) in Diagnostic Radiology Physics, American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine (ABSNM) as a Medical Physicist (DABSNM), American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) as a Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP), American Board of Health Physics (ABHP) as a Certified Health Physicist (CHP) or a Diplomate (DABHP) also accepted in lieu of ABR or ABMPEX.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- Previous Nuclear Medicine / PET / CT physicist experience
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Medical Physicist
Verify your degree meets TN requirements
TN visa classification for Medical Physicists requires a degree in physics, medical physics, or a closely related physical science. A biomedical engineering degree alone may trigger scrutiny at the border, so confirm your transcript language aligns with the USMCA occupation list before applying.
Target hospitals with ABR-accredited physics programs
Facilities training American Board of Radiology residents already understand physicist credentialing and are more likely to have handled TN documentation before. Academic medical centers, cancer treatment networks, and university-affiliated hospitals are your strongest starting points for TN-ready employers.
Search TN-sponsored roles through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Medical Physicist openings by TN visa sponsorship, so you're not cold-applying to employers who haven't considered cross-border hiring. Use it to identify which facilities are actively recruiting Canadian and Mexican physicists before reaching out.
Request a formal TN support letter from your employer
Your TN letter must state the specific medical physics duties, your qualifying degree, and the USMCA occupation category. A vague offer letter citing only job title and salary is a common reason Canadian Canadians are deferred at the port of entry, so ask HR to follow USCIS's recommended letter format.
Understand how Mexican TN applicants schedule consular appointments
Unlike Canadians, Mexican citizens cannot self-petition at the border and must appear at a U.S. consulate. Schedule your DS-160 and consular interview as soon as your employer issues the support letter, since appointment wait times vary significantly by location and season.
Clarify employer-paid versus self-paid filing costs upfront
For Canadian TN applicants processed at the port of entry, CBP charges a fee directly. For consular processing, the MRV fee applies. Confirm in writing during the offer stage which costs your employer covers, since this varies by facility and is rarely addressed in standard offer letters.
Medical Physicist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Medical Physicist role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Medical Physicist is an explicitly listed occupation under the USMCA TN category. To qualify, your degree must be in physics, medical physics, or a closely related physical science, and your job duties must align with the practice of medical or health physics. Clinical, research, and radiation safety physicist roles all generally qualify.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Medical Physicists?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no lengthy USCIS petition process for most Canadians. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance, entry into a random lottery, and USCIS adjudication that can take many months. TN can be approved at the port of entry the same day for Canadians, making it far faster to start work.
Where can I find Medical Physicist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job searches and filters Medical Physicist openings by sponsorship availability. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, so you end up applying to roles where the employer has never considered cross-border hiring. Searching through a TN-specific platform saves significant time during your job search.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa as a Medical Physicist?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. When you change employers, you need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer's support letter before you start working for them. Canadian physicists can typically get this resolved at the port of entry; Mexican citizens must apply through a U.S. consulate. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN to a new facility.
Does state medical physics licensure affect my TN visa application?
State licensure requirements don't directly determine TN eligibility, which is governed by federal USMCA criteria. That said, if your employer requires a state license before you can practice clinically, you'll need to factor in credential evaluation and licensing timelines separately from your TN filing, particularly if your degree was issued outside the U.S. or Canada.