TN Visa Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs
Orthopedic surgeons qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's physician and surgeon category, giving Canadian citizens cap-free, lottery-free access to U.S. positions. Mexican citizens face a limited annual allocation. Most hospital systems and surgical groups will require board eligibility or certification and a valid medical license before initiating your TN.
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With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
JOB SUMMARY
The MSK Orthopedic Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions using evidence-based, patient-centered care.
SCHEDULE
Scheduled for 24 hours per week and includes two Saturday shifts per month. Hours will fall between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor’s Degree Graduate from accredited physical therapy program at the Bachelor level and is eligible for licensure in the State of Texas.
Experience
No experience required.
Licenses and Certifications
- Active cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire or
- (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) certification. Upon Hire
- (LPT) LIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST Eligible for licensure in the State of Texas Upon Hire
Preferred
Experience
1 year
New graduates welcome (1 yr. Experience preferred).
JOB DUTIES
- Has knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices good clinical judgment. Does not compromise the patient’s or another’s safety, while at the same time maximizes the patient’s treatment potential.
- Identifies and records problems areas on evaluation. For each problem identified, projects reasonable goals with realistic time frames.
- Analyzes and designs treatment plans based on patient problems and goals. Determines if planned treatment is effective and progresses patient in a timely fashion.
- Prepares for patient discharge in an organized and efficient manner including timely and accurate submission of equipment needs. Displays good knowledge of patient’s resources and needs.
- Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.
- Organizes patient treatment time efficiently.
- Records patient’s progress in a concise, accurate, and timely fashion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
JOB SUMMARY
The MSK Orthopedic Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions using evidence-based, patient-centered care.
SCHEDULE
Scheduled for 24 hours per week and includes two Saturday shifts per month. Hours will fall between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor’s Degree Graduate from accredited physical therapy program at the Bachelor level and is eligible for licensure in the State of Texas.
Experience
No experience required.
Licenses and Certifications
- Active cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire or
- (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) certification. Upon Hire
- (LPT) LIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST Eligible for licensure in the State of Texas Upon Hire
Preferred
Experience
1 year
New graduates welcome (1 yr. Experience preferred).
JOB DUTIES
- Has knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices good clinical judgment. Does not compromise the patient’s or another’s safety, while at the same time maximizes the patient’s treatment potential.
- Identifies and records problems areas on evaluation. For each problem identified, projects reasonable goals with realistic time frames.
- Analyzes and designs treatment plans based on patient problems and goals. Determines if planned treatment is effective and progresses patient in a timely fashion.
- Prepares for patient discharge in an organized and efficient manner including timely and accurate submission of equipment needs. Displays good knowledge of patient’s resources and needs.
- Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.
- Organizes patient treatment time efficiently.
- Records patient’s progress in a concise, accurate, and timely fashion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Orthopedic Surgeon
Verify your credentials match U.S. licensing standards
Orthopedic surgeons trained in Canada or Mexico must confirm their medical degree and residency are recognized by the relevant U.S. state medical board before any employer can begin TN visa sponsorship. Gaps here stall offers fast.
Target hospital systems with recent visa filings
Large academic medical centers and regional hospital networks have experience with visa sponsorship and maintain in-house legal teams familiar with sponsoring specialized roles like physicians. Surgical private practices often lack that infrastructure, which can extend your timeline for the support letter preparation and port-of-entry or consulate processing.
Get your ECFMG certification confirmed before applying
If you trained outside the U.S., Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certification is required by most state licensing boards and expected by sponsoring employers. Confirm your ECFMG status is current before submitting applications.
Clarify state medical license timing with your employer
TN status can be approved before your state license is issued, but you cannot practice until the license is in hand. Align with your employer on a start date that accounts for state board processing, which can run several months.
Use Migrate Mate to find experienced visa sponsors
Searching broadly wastes time when most orthopedic roles don't advertise sponsorship status. Migrate Mate filters for employers with recent visa filings in surgical specialties, so you apply only where employers have demonstrated experience with work visa sponsorship.
Prepare a TN support letter that names your subspecialty
Your employer's TN support letter must describe your role using language that maps to the USMCA physician and surgeon category. Vague job titles like 'physician' without specifying orthopedic surgery have drawn CBP scrutiny at the border.
Orthopedic Surgeon TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does orthopedic surgery qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Orthopedic surgeons qualify under the USMCA physician and surgeon professional category. The role requires a medical degree from an accredited institution, completion of an orthopedic surgery residency, and a job offer from a U.S. employer. Canadian citizens can apply at any port of entry or consulate with no annual cap. Mexican citizens are subject to a limited annual allocation and must apply through a U.S. consulate.
How does TN compare to H-1B for orthopedic surgeons?
TN is almost always the faster and more predictable path for Canadian and Mexican orthopedic surgeons. There is no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no multi-month wait for USCIS adjudication if you enter at a land port of entry. H-1B visa requires lottery selection, a formal I-129 petition, and a minimum 90-day processing window before premium processing. For surgeons with a confirmed offer, TN gets you to work significantly sooner.
Can a Mexican orthopedic surgeon get TN sponsorship?
Yes, but with important constraints. Mexican TN applicants in the physician and surgeon category are subject to a limited annual allocation and must apply through a U.S. consulate abroad, not at a port of entry. The process involves scheduling a consular interview and submitting the petition there. If the annual allocation is exhausted, consulates stop processing additional applications until the next fiscal year, so timing your application early matters.
Where can I find orthopedic surgeon jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. Most general job boards don't filter by sponsorship status, which means you spend time on roles where the employer isn't set up to file TN petitions. Migrate Mate surfaces orthopedic surgery positions at employers who have indicated sponsorship capability, so your search focuses where it has a realistic outcome.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa?
Your sponsoring employer needs to prepare a formal support letter describing your role as an orthopedic surgeon, your qualifications, your salary, and the duration of employment. You'll also need your medical degree, residency completion documentation, board certification or eligibility letter, and a copy of your state medical license or evidence you've applied. Canadian applicants present these at a port of entry; Mexican applicants submit them to a U.S. consulate for the visa interview.