TN Visa Staff Psychiatrist Jobs
Staff Psychiatrist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's physician category, covering Canadian and Mexican citizens who hold a medical degree and valid U.S. or Canadian licensure. There's no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, making this one of the more direct paths to U.S. psychiatric practice.
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The Robert E. Larner, MD College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and the University of Vermont Health Network are seeking a full-time Psychiatrist faculty member at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level on the clinical scholar pathway. This physician will join our team of professionals to provide inpatient, emergency, and consultative child and adult psychiatry services. These services will be provided at the University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (UVMHN-CVPH) in the Clinton County/Plattsburgh Region of New York State. UVMHN-CVPH offers excellent subspecialty coverage with ED visits above 50,000. This position will be part of the Adirondack Division in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Vermont. UVM Psychiatry is known internationally as a center of excellence for innovative empirically-based assessment and treatment.
The selected candidate will be responsible for direct patient care along with, potentially, supervision and teaching of residents and medical students. An appreciation of the importance of and satisfaction from working as part of an innovative service model and an ability to work collaboratively are essential. An interest in clinical research, teaching, and/or public health is a plus. Knowledge of evidence-based medical practice is essential.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have a medical degree and be board certified/eligible in psychiatry. Experience in inpatient academic settings would be preferred, but new graduates will be considered. Applicants from individuals with subspecialty training (child or adult, C/L, geriatric, addictions) in psychiatry are especially welcome.
LOCATION
Plattsburgh and Clinton County offer a family-oriented community on Lake Champlain, near the Adirondacks, Olympic-Lake Placid region, and Montreal. Plattsburgh is 1 hour from the main UVM campus in Burlington, VT.
Interested applicants should apply online at http://www.uvmjobs.com. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
If you should have questions about the position, please contact:
Robert Althoff, M.D., Ph.D.
E-mail: robert.althoff@med.uvm.edu
ANTICIPATED PAY RANGE
JOB LOCATION
Burlington, Vermont, United States
JOB OPEN DATE
09/24/2021
POSITION INFORMATION
POSTING NUMBER F1970PO
DEPARTMENT Psychiatry/55750
ADVERTISING/POSTING TITLE Assistant/Associate/Professor - Adult/Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
FLSA Exempt
POSITION NUMBER 00025731
EMPLOYEE FTE 1.0
EMPLOYEE TERM (months) 12
INTRODUCTION
The Robert E. Larner, MD College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and the University of Vermont Health Network are seeking a full-time Psychiatrist faculty member at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level on the clinical scholar pathway. This physician will join our team of professionals to provide inpatient, emergency, and consultative child and adult psychiatry services. These services will be provided at the University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (UVMHN-CVPH) in the Clinton County/Plattsburgh Region of New York State. UVMHN-CVPH offers excellent subspecialty coverage with ED visits above 50,000. This position will be part of the Adirondack Division in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Vermont. UVM Psychiatry is known internationally as a center of excellence for innovative empirically-based assessment and treatment.
The selected candidate will be responsible for direct patient care along with, potentially, supervision and teaching of residents and medical students. An appreciation of the importance of and satisfaction from working as part of an innovative service model and an ability to work collaboratively are essential. An interest in clinical research, teaching, and/or public health is a plus. Knowledge of evidence-based medical practice is essential.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have a medical degree and be board certified/eligible in psychiatry. Experience in inpatient academic settings would be preferred, but new graduates will be considered. Applicants from individuals with subspecialty training (child or adult, C/L, geriatric, addictions) in psychiatry are especially welcome.
LOCATION
Plattsburgh and Clinton County offer a family-oriented community on Lake Champlain, near the Adirondacks, Olympic-Lake Placid region, and Montreal. Plattsburgh is 1 hour from the main UVM campus in Burlington, VT.
Interested applicants should apply online at http://www.uvmjobs.com. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
If you should have questions about the position, please contact:
Robert Althoff, M.D., Ph.D.
E-mail: robert.althoff@med.uvm.edu
ANTICIPATED PAY RANGE
JOB LOCATION
Burlington, Vermont, United States
JOB OPEN DATE
09/24/2021
POSITION INFORMATION
POSTING NUMBER F1970PO
DEPARTMENT Psychiatry/55750
ADVERTISING/POSTING TITLE Assistant/Associate/Professor - Adult/Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
FLSA Exempt
POSITION NUMBER 00025731
EMPLOYEE FTE 1.0
EMPLOYEE TERM (months) 12
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Verify your licensure before applying
TN visa status for psychiatrists requires a valid license to practice medicine in the U.S. state where you'll work. Confirm your state medical board has processed your credentials before any employer files your TN documentation.
Target health systems with active TN history
Hospitals, VA facilities, and community mental health centers regularly sponsor TN visas for psychiatrists. Focus your search on organizations that already have immigration counsel in place, as they'll understand the TN process without needing education from you.
Clarify telehealth work location with your employer
TN status is tied to the state where you physically practice, not where your employer is headquartered. If your role is remote or hybrid, confirm which state licensure controls and that your offer letter reflects your actual work location.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces Staff Psychiatrist roles from employers with TN visa sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to organizations unfamiliar with the process. Filter by role and location to find positions where sponsorship is already part of the hiring plan.
Get your offer letter to specify SOC classification
CBP adjudicates TN petitions at the port of entry for Canadians, and officers verify that your role matches an approved USMCA occupation. An offer letter that explicitly ties your duties to the physician category under USMCA reduces the risk of a secondary inspection.
Understand the TN renewal timeline for your situation
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no cap on renewals. Canadians renew at the border with a new employer letter; Mexicans must file with USCIS. Plan your renewal at least 60 days before your current status expires to avoid gaps.
Staff Psychiatrist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Psychiatrist role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Psychiatry falls under the physician category in the USMCA's approved occupation list, which covers Canadian and Mexican citizens practicing medicine in the U.S. You need a medical degree, a valid license in your practice state, and a qualifying job offer from a U.S. employer. General medical practitioners and specialists, including psychiatrists, are explicitly covered.
How does TN compare to H-1B for psychiatrist roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can secure status any time of year without waiting for an April selection. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance and entry into a lottery with limited slots. For a licensed psychiatrist with a firm job offer, TN is typically faster and more predictable. The trade-off is that TN does not lead directly to a green card.
Can Mexican psychiatrists use TN, and is the process different?
Yes, Mexican citizens qualify for TN status under USMCA on equal occupational terms with Canadians. The key difference is procedural: Mexicans must file a petition with USCIS rather than applying at the port of entry, which adds processing time. USCIS also has a limited annual allocation for Mexican TN holders, though psychiatric roles are not separately capped within that allocation.
Where can I find Staff Psychiatrist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface roles where employers are prepared to support TN visa sponsorship, including Staff Psychiatrist positions across health systems, VA facilities, and behavioral health organizations. Searching through Migrate Mate saves time compared to filtering general job boards where sponsorship status is rarely confirmed upfront.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa mid-year as a psychiatrist?
Yes, but you need new TN documentation before starting with the new employer. Canadians can present an updated offer letter at a port of entry for same-day approval. Mexicans need to file a new USCIS petition and wait for approval before switching. Your current TN status does not automatically transfer, so timing the transition carefully with both employers is essential.