TN Visa Thoracic Surgeon Jobs
Thoracic surgeons qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's physician and surgeon category, making this one of the more direct paths for Canadian and Mexican surgical specialists entering the U.S. market. No lottery, no cap for Canadians, and hospital systems actively recruit board-eligible candidates with TN-compatible credentials.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: UCHealth Anschutz - Aurora
Department: Cardio Thoracic ICU
Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Day/Night Rotation or Nights
Pay: $50.00 per hour plus travel package/stipend
LOCAL RN Traveler contract options available for those who reside within 75 miles
13 week assignments available
Minimum Requirements:
- CO RN license or eNLC privileges
- 1-year experience
- ACLS
- BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date.
At UCHealth, We Improve Lives
Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s):
- Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care utilizing the nursing process
- Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes
- Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice
- Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth
- Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
- Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care
Critical Care:
- Direct care includes Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care in a technically complex environment
- AACN's Synergy Model and various specialty certification standards are included in evidence based care models for each ICU and PCU
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Limited time off (LTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health saving accounts available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
Location: UCHealth Anschutz - Aurora
Department: Cardio Thoracic ICU
Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Day/Night Rotation or Nights
Pay: $50.00 per hour plus travel package/stipend
LOCAL RN Traveler contract options available for those who reside within 75 miles
13 week assignments available
Minimum Requirements:
- CO RN license or eNLC privileges
- 1-year experience
- ACLS
- BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date.
At UCHealth, We Improve Lives
Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s):
- Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care utilizing the nursing process
- Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes
- Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice
- Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth
- Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
- Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care
Critical Care:
- Direct care includes Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care in a technically complex environment
- AACN's Synergy Model and various specialty certification standards are included in evidence based care models for each ICU and PCU
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Limited time off (LTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health saving accounts available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Thoracic Surgeon
Verify your credentials match TN requirements
TN visa classification for surgeons requires a qualifying medical degree and valid licensure. Confirm your Canadian or Mexican medical diploma and any residency documentation are translated, notarized, and consistent with the state licensing board's requirements before applying.
Target academic medical centers and trauma systems
Large hospital networks and academic health systems with thoracic surgery programs file TN sponsorship paperwork regularly. Prioritize institutions with established credentialing teams who understand USMCA professional category filings for surgical specialists.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-sponsoring thoracic roles
Searching broadly misses employers actively filing for surgical specialists. Migrate Mate filters for thoracic surgeon openings with confirmed TN visa sponsorship, so you're targeting roles where the employer already understands the filing process.
Clarify state licensure timing with your employer
TN approval doesn't guarantee you can practice immediately. Some states require full licensure before you can begin clinical work, while others accept a temporary permit. Negotiate a start date that gives you enough time to clear the state medical board.
Request a detailed offer letter covering TN requirements
CBP and USCIS require the offer letter to specify your title, duties, salary, and employment duration. A vague letter causes delays or denials. Ask your employer's HR team to confirm the letter explicitly names the thoracic surgeon role and its surgical scope.
Understand Mexican TN allocation before accepting an offer
Mexico's TN allocation is capped annually, unlike Canada's. If you hold Mexican citizenship, confirm your prospective employer has confirmed TN availability for the current fiscal year and has filed USCIS petitions before, not just Canadian-route border entries.
Thoracic Surgeon TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does thoracic surgery qualify as a TN visa occupation?
Yes. Thoracic surgeons qualify under the physician and surgeon category in the USMCA's TN professional list. You'll need a qualifying medical degree from a recognized institution, a valid job offer from a U.S. employer, and, depending on the state, an active or pending medical license before beginning clinical practice.
How does TN compare to H-1B for thoracic surgeons?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can often be obtained at the border or port of entry within hours. H-1B visa requires a petition filed months in advance and subjects you to random selection. For thoracic surgeons with Canadian citizenship, TN is substantially faster and more predictable than the H-1B route.
Where can I find thoracic surgeon jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for professionals seeking TN visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can search for thoracic surgeon roles where employers have indicated TN eligibility, which removes the friction of applying to positions where sponsorship is uncertain or where HR teams are unfamiliar with the USMCA physician category.
Can I switch hospitals while on a TN visa as a thoracic surgeon?
Yes, but you can't begin work at a new employer until a new TN authorization is approved. Canadians can apply at a port of entry with a new offer letter, often getting same-day approval. Mexicans must file a new USCIS petition. Plan the timing carefully to avoid a gap between positions.
Does my Canadian or Mexican medical board certification satisfy U.S. credentialing requirements for TN sponsorship?
TN classification itself doesn't require U.S. board certification, but most U.S. hospital systems and state licensing boards do. Canadian Royal College fellowship credentials are generally recognized, while Mexican physicians often need ECFMG certification and a U.S. residency completion to satisfy hospital credentialing and state licensure requirements independently of TN status.