Medical Doctor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Arizona
Arizona's medical doctor job market is anchored by major health systems including Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health, with strong demand across Phoenix, Tucson, and rural communities facing physician shortages. International medical graduates seeking visa sponsorship will find active hiring across hospital medicine, primary care, and specialty practices throughout the state.
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INTRODUCTION
Where Career Fulfillment and Work-Life Integration Meet
Outdoor Adventure in Northern Arizona
Elk Ridge Community Health is seeking a compassionate Family or Internal Medicine Physician. Practice with purpose while enjoying mountain living in Payson, Arizona. Providers here have the opportunity to make a real impact by serving a close-knit community while practicing at the top of their license. With high patient demand, strong professional autonomy, and rewarding patient relationships, this is meaningful medicine at its best. Outside of work, enjoy cooler temperatures, pine forests, outdoor adventure, and short commutes—all just 90 minutes from Phoenix. Payson offers the work–life balance, lifestyle, and community connection many clinicians are seeking.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that features a starting base salary of $225,000 annually, complemented by an initial sign-on bonus and a location-based stipend.
- Comprehensive benefits package including, providing new employees with 30 days paid time off and 9 paid holidays in their first year of employment, which continues to increase with tenure.
- With a HPSA score of 21 you may qualify for various programs offering up to $250,000 in loan forgiveness over 6 years.
- Federal Tort Malpractice and Tail End Coverage.
- Paid license and DEA.
- CME funds and time-off package.
- Work life balance through flexible and alternative work schedules.
- Benefit from AI scribes, Epic Superuser support and Dragon Speak dictation devices.
- Benefit from patient centered medical home and various outreach services.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
To become a part of our dedicated clinic team, you need the following qualifications:
- MD or DO degree and completed a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine residency.
- Board eligible or board certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
- Prefer working at an FQHC, CHC, or PCMH facility.
For more information, providerrecruitment@elkridge.org
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices to perform the essential functions of the job.
Elk Ridge Community Health does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
Elk Ridge Community Health requires all AZ employees to have a Level One Fingerprint Clearance card. A.R.S. 36.425.03. New hires and transfers must submit their fingerprint clearance card or fingerprint receipt before their hire date or transfer date. Level One (1) Non-IVP Fingerprint Clearance card must be received within 30 days after the new employee hire date or transfer date.
All employees are strongly recommended to obtain and maintain vaccination status (i.e., as recommended by CDC and/or other public health agencies) to include an Influenza vaccination. Subject to exemptions and accommodations when required by law. (Policy: Adm-016 & Adm-045).
All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive.
Elk Ridge Community Health is a non-profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug-Free Workplace standards. Elk Ridge Community Health is an equal opportunity employer.
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Search Medical Doctor Jobs in ArizonaMedical Doctor Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for medical doctors in Arizona?
Banner Health is one of Arizona's largest physician employers and has a documented history of sponsoring H-1B visas for medical doctors. Other active sponsors include Dignity Health, Valleywise Health, and the University of Arizona Health Network. Federally Qualified Health Centers operating in Arizona's underserved areas also sponsor physicians, and some qualify for National Interest Waiver pathways given their service to shortage areas.
Which visa types are most common for medical doctor roles in Arizona?
The H-1B is the most common visa for physicians employed by hospitals and health systems in Arizona, as medical doctor roles meet the specialty occupation standard. The J-1 visa is widely used for residency and fellowship training. Physicians who complete J-1 training may pursue a Conrad 30 waiver by committing to work in a Health Professional Shortage Area in Arizona, converting to H-1B status afterward.
Which cities in Arizona have the most medical doctor sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix and the greater Maricopa County area account for the highest concentration of physician sponsorship jobs in Arizona, driven by Banner Health, HonorHealth, and Valleywise Health. Tucson is the second-largest market, anchored by Banner University Medical Center and the University of Arizona. Rural areas including Yuma, Flagstaff, and the White Mountain region also have consistent demand due to persistent physician shortages.
How to find medical doctor visa sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship eligibility, making it straightforward to browse medical doctor roles in Arizona without sorting through positions that won't support international candidates. You can search by specialty and location to surface opportunities at Arizona health systems. Focusing your search on hospital medicine, primary care, and shortage-area roles tends to surface the most active sponsors in the state.
Are there state-specific considerations for international medical doctors seeking sponsorship in Arizona?
Arizona participates in the Conrad 30 waiver program, which allows J-1 visa physicians who completed training in the U.S. to waive their two-year home residency requirement by committing to three years of service in a designated underserved area in Arizona. The Arizona Department of Health Services administers the program, and slots are limited annually. International medical graduates must also hold USMLE scores and obtain Arizona medical licensure before practicing.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical doctor jobs in Arizona?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.