TN Visa Pulmonary Physician Jobs
Pulmonary Physician roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's physician category, giving Canadian citizens an uncapped, lottery-free path to U.S. employment. You'll need a medical degree, a valid U.S. or Canadian medical license, and a qualifying employer offer. Mexican citizens are subject to a limited annual allocation.
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Critical care and/or Emergency Department experience and current ACLS certification required. The position also includes an on-call requirement. The department operates Monday through Friday, with participation in the on-call rotation.
With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the professional nurse uses the nursing process in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. Develops nursing plans of care with the patient and their designated care partner(s) to effectively address the individualized needs and priorities of patients and are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values.
Job Description
Job Duties
- Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal healthcare.
- Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable, and affirming. Minimizes risk of harm to patients and others by following established nursing practices and protocols and individual performance.
- Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision making. Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care.
- Functions effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
- Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating skills in problem solving and conflict resolution. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development and acts in primary preceptor role to appropriate staff members.
- Actively participates in hospital- and practice setting-based committees, including safety and quality improvement. Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice.
Minimum Qualifications
- Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
- Patient-and Family-Centered Practice Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care and care planning.
- Cultural Awareness Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
- Effective Communication Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriately and respectfully delegates to other team members.
- Patient Assessment and Care Knowledge of and ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients and implement a treatment plan.
- Patient and Designated Care Partner Education Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and the ability to elicit learning priorities and needs and educate patients and their designated care partners on the patient's condition, the treatment and medications suggested and given, and the next steps in the patient's recovery.
- Medication Administration and Prescription Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this knowledge to the administration of medications and to the prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the hospital.
- Discharge Planning Knowledge of the patient's post-discharge needs and the ability to partner with the patient and family/designated care partner(s) in developing a discharge plan and arranging for follow-up care.
- Assessment and Diagnosis Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgement, ability to explore and analyze reasons behind symptoms and generate resolutions according to available drugs, facilities and techniques.
- Health Information Documentation Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation methods, ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and medical results in written or electronic form.
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association and
- RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred
- 1 year Previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting strongly preferred
Additional Qualifications
- Active RN license required in state of practice
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Abington Memorial Hospital
Primary Location Address
1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
Number of Positions In Requisition
1
Job Details
Critical care and/or Emergency Department experience and current ACLS certification required. The position also includes an on-call requirement. The department operates Monday through Friday, with participation in the on-call rotation.
With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the professional nurse uses the nursing process in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. Develops nursing plans of care with the patient and their designated care partner(s) to effectively address the individualized needs and priorities of patients and are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values.
Job Description
Job Duties
- Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal healthcare.
- Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable, and affirming. Minimizes risk of harm to patients and others by following established nursing practices and protocols and individual performance.
- Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision making. Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care.
- Functions effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
- Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating skills in problem solving and conflict resolution. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development and acts in primary preceptor role to appropriate staff members.
- Actively participates in hospital- and practice setting-based committees, including safety and quality improvement. Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice.
Minimum Qualifications
- Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
- Patient-and Family-Centered Practice Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care and care planning.
- Cultural Awareness Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
- Effective Communication Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriately and respectfully delegates to other team members.
- Patient Assessment and Care Knowledge of and ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients and implement a treatment plan.
- Patient and Designated Care Partner Education Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and the ability to elicit learning priorities and needs and educate patients and their designated care partners on the patient's condition, the treatment and medications suggested and given, and the next steps in the patient's recovery.
- Medication Administration and Prescription Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this knowledge to the administration of medications and to the prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the hospital.
- Discharge Planning Knowledge of the patient's post-discharge needs and the ability to partner with the patient and family/designated care partner(s) in developing a discharge plan and arranging for follow-up care.
- Assessment and Diagnosis Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgement, ability to explore and analyze reasons behind symptoms and generate resolutions according to available drugs, facilities and techniques.
- Health Information Documentation Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation methods, ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and medical results in written or electronic form.
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association and
- RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred
- 1 year Previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting strongly preferred
Additional Qualifications
- Active RN license required in state of practice
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Abington Memorial Hospital
Primary Location Address
1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Pulmonary Physician
Verify your medical license covers TN requirements
TN visa classification for physicians requires a license to practice medicine in the state where you'll work. Confirm your Canadian or Mexican credentials are recognized by the relevant state medical board before approaching employers.
Target hospitals with existing international physician pipelines
Academic medical centers and large health systems file TN paperwork more routinely than smaller private practices. Pulmonology departments at teaching hospitals are more likely to have HR staff familiar with the TN filing process.
Clarify whether your role is purely clinical
TN physician status applies to direct patient care roles. If your pulmonary position includes significant research, teaching, or administrative duties, confirm with your prospective employer that the primary function qualifies before the offer letter is drafted.
Request the support letter before your border crossing
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a port of entry. Your employer must provide a detailed support letter describing your role, qualifications, and employment terms. A vague or incomplete letter is the most common reason for delays at CBP.
Use Migrate Mate to find pulmonary physician roles with TN sponsorship
Filtering by TN-eligible roles in pulmonology saves time you'd otherwise spend vetting employers manually. Migrate Mate surfaces positions where sponsorship is confirmed, so you're not discovering eligibility gaps late in the hiring process.
Understand how Mexican citizen TN processing differs
Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a port of entry, and the annual TN allocation for Mexico is limited. Apply well ahead of your intended start date and confirm your consulate appointment timeline with your employer early.
Pulmonary Physician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Pulmonary Physician role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Physicians are explicitly listed as a qualifying occupation under the USMCA TN visa category. To qualify, your role must involve direct patient care, you must hold a medical degree from a recognized institution, and you must be licensed to practice in the U.S. state where you'll work. Research or purely administrative physician roles may require additional scrutiny.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Pulmonary Physician positions?
TN is faster and more predictable for qualifying physicians. There's no annual cap or lottery for Canadians, no petition filed with USCIS, and Canadian citizens can obtain TN status same-day at a port of entry. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through a lottery with an annual cap, typically adding months of uncertainty. TN status is renewed in two-year increments with no statutory limit on renewals.
Where can I find Pulmonary Physician jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN-eligible professionals and filters roles by sponsorship status, saving you from pursuing positions where the employer is unfamiliar with the TN process. This matters in pulmonology because smaller practices may not have prior experience filing TN support letters, which can create delays or complications after an offer is extended.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Pulmonary Physician?
Yes, but your TN authorization is employer-specific. You can't start working for a new pulmonology employer under your existing TN. Canadian citizens can obtain new TN status at a port of entry when changing jobs. Mexican nationals must apply for a new TN at a U.S. consulate. Plan the transition so there's no gap between your current TN expiry and your new employer's filing.
Does completing a U.S. residency or fellowship affect my TN eligibility as a Canadian or Mexican physician?
Completing a U.S. residency or fellowship doesn't disqualify you from TN status, but the visa type you used during training matters. If you trained on a J-1 visa, a two-year home residency requirement may apply, which must be waived before you can obtain TN status. Confirm your J-1 waiver status, if applicable, before accepting a pulmonary physician role under TN.