Hospitalist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Maine
Maine's hospitalist market is anchored by MaineHealth system hospitals, Northern Light Health facilities, and critical access hospitals serving rural communities across the state. Portland, Bangor, and Augusta see the steadiest demand for hospitalists, with international physicians typically sponsored through H-1B visa or J-1 visa pathways by health systems actively recruiting to fill persistent staffing gaps.
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Inpatient Medicine Hospitalist in Beautiful New England – 15 Shifts/mo – Closed ICU
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is seeking BC/BE inpatient medicine hospitalist physicians for full/time permanent positions in Bangor, Maine to join a dynamic, Physician-Led Inpatient Medicine/Hospitalist Model.
Our team works in a team-oriented and collegial environment with a great administrative/support team. We encourage both new graduates and experienced candidates to apply!
Position Details:
- Join well-established team at a modern, 411-bed ACS-Verified level II trauma center
- 15 +/- shifts per month with flexible block scheduling to include days and nights
- Procedures are not required
- Full spectrum of sub-specialty backup and consultation
- Closed ICU with 24/7 intensivist support
Service in-house:
- Interventional Radiology
- Trauma/General Surgery in house 24/7
- Critical Care Intensivists in house 24/7
- In-System LifeFlight of Maine Air/Ground Critical Care Transport Program
Compensation Information:
- $304,307 - $323,969 annual base salary with the ability to earn additional compensation based on quality.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Why Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center?
- Employer paid malpractice coverage (lifetime tail coverage included)
- Student Loan Repayment
- Sign-On and Relocation Bonuses
- Generous PTO/CME
- J-1 waiver opportunity – hospital assistance with obtaining visa with hospital sponsored pathway to green card. Exceptional support through process from hospital and immigration team
About us:
- Regional Tertiary Care and ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center: We are a comprehensive, 411-bed medical center serving as the referral center for a patient population of 500,000 in the northern two-thirds of the state’s geography. The hospital is a base for LifeFlight of Maine, a critical care air transportation service flying nearly 900 missions per year.
- Vibrant Small City: As one of Maine’s major urban centers, Bangor serves as the regional hub for medicine, arts, and commerce. Unwind in our historic downtown area filled with shopping, bars and restaurants; take in a concert on the picturesque waterfront; or enjoy the vibrant cultural scene with a show at the Bangor Symphony Orchestra.
- Adventure Awaits: Outdoor recreational activities are abundant during all four seasons. You’ll enjoy easy access to lakes, mountains and many state parks; and it’s only a short commute to miles of beautiful coastline as well as Acadia National Park.
- Family Friendly: Bangor was rated one of the top cleanest metropolitan cities in the US in 2023 by the ALA. Great school systems, safe communities, friendly neighbors and a lower-than-average cost of living are ideal for raising a family.
- Academic Enrichment: Public schools rank among New England’s best with the flagship campus of the University of Maine located in the neighboring town of Orono, home to the Black Bears ice hockey team. The Eastern Maine Medical Center Family Medicine Residency Program is ACGME accredited with osteopathic recognition.
- Well connected: Bangor International Airport offers direct and one-stop service to most major national destinations.
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide healthcare system focused on raising the bar for healthcare delivery and leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Northern Light Health offers a broad range of providers services across its nine member hospitals, including primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.
For confidential consideration, please contact:
Chelsea Pelletier, SHRM-CP, CPRP, Manager, Provider Recruitment
Phone: 207.973.5358
Email: providercareers@northernlight.org
INTRODUCTION
Inpatient Medicine Hospitalist in Beautiful New England – 15 Shifts/mo – Closed ICU
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is seeking BC/BE inpatient medicine hospitalist physicians for full/time permanent positions in Bangor, Maine to join a dynamic, Physician-Led Inpatient Medicine/Hospitalist Model.
Our team works in a team-oriented and collegial environment with a great administrative/support team. We encourage both new graduates and experienced candidates to apply!
Position Details:
- Join well-established team at a modern, 411-bed ACS-Verified level II trauma center
- 15 +/- shifts per month with flexible block scheduling to include days and nights
- Procedures are not required
- Full spectrum of sub-specialty backup and consultation
- Closed ICU with 24/7 intensivist support
Service in-house:
- Interventional Radiology
- Trauma/General Surgery in house 24/7
- Critical Care Intensivists in house 24/7
- In-System LifeFlight of Maine Air/Ground Critical Care Transport Program
Compensation Information:
- $304,307 - $323,969 annual base salary with the ability to earn additional compensation based on quality.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Why Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center?
- Employer paid malpractice coverage (lifetime tail coverage included)
- Student Loan Repayment
- Sign-On and Relocation Bonuses
- Generous PTO/CME
- J-1 waiver opportunity – hospital assistance with obtaining visa with hospital sponsored pathway to green card. Exceptional support through process from hospital and immigration team
About us:
- Regional Tertiary Care and ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center: We are a comprehensive, 411-bed medical center serving as the referral center for a patient population of 500,000 in the northern two-thirds of the state’s geography. The hospital is a base for LifeFlight of Maine, a critical care air transportation service flying nearly 900 missions per year.
- Vibrant Small City: As one of Maine’s major urban centers, Bangor serves as the regional hub for medicine, arts, and commerce. Unwind in our historic downtown area filled with shopping, bars and restaurants; take in a concert on the picturesque waterfront; or enjoy the vibrant cultural scene with a show at the Bangor Symphony Orchestra.
- Adventure Awaits: Outdoor recreational activities are abundant during all four seasons. You’ll enjoy easy access to lakes, mountains and many state parks; and it’s only a short commute to miles of beautiful coastline as well as Acadia National Park.
- Family Friendly: Bangor was rated one of the top cleanest metropolitan cities in the US in 2023 by the ALA. Great school systems, safe communities, friendly neighbors and a lower-than-average cost of living are ideal for raising a family.
- Academic Enrichment: Public schools rank among New England’s best with the flagship campus of the University of Maine located in the neighboring town of Orono, home to the Black Bears ice hockey team. The Eastern Maine Medical Center Family Medicine Residency Program is ACGME accredited with osteopathic recognition.
- Well connected: Bangor International Airport offers direct and one-stop service to most major national destinations.
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide healthcare system focused on raising the bar for healthcare delivery and leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Northern Light Health offers a broad range of providers services across its nine member hospitals, including primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.
For confidential consideration, please contact:
Chelsea Pelletier, SHRM-CP, CPRP, Manager, Provider Recruitment
Phone: 207.973.5358
Email: providercareers@northernlight.org
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Which companies sponsor visas for hospitalists in Maine?
The primary sponsors for hospitalist roles in Maine are large health systems. MaineHealth, which operates Maine Medical Center in Portland and several regional hospitals, is the state's largest employer and a consistent H-1B sponsor. Northern Light Health, with facilities in Bangor, Brewer, and across central and eastern Maine, also sponsors international physicians. Smaller critical access hospitals occasionally sponsor through J-1 visa waivers tied to underserved area designations.
Which visa types are most common for hospitalist roles in Maine?
H-1B and J-1 are the two most common visa pathways for hospitalists in Maine. The H-1B applies directly to specialty occupation roles like hospital medicine. J-1 Conrad 30 waivers are particularly relevant in Maine given the number of federally designated Health Professional Shortage Areas, which allow J-1 physicians to fulfill their two-year home residency requirement by committing to work in underserved communities for a set period.
Which cities in Maine have the most hospitalist sponsorship jobs?
Portland has the highest concentration of hospitalist opportunities, driven by Maine Medical Center and affiliated MaineHealth facilities. Bangor is the second-largest market, anchored by Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. Augusta, Lewiston, and smaller communities like Presque Isle and Caribou also see demand, particularly for J-1 waiver positions tied to rural and underserved area designations across Aroostook and Washington counties.
How to find hospitalist visa sponsorship jobs in Maine?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international physicians and professionals seeking visa-sponsored roles in the U.S., including hospitalist positions in Maine. You can filter directly by state and role to see which Maine health systems are actively hiring and indicate willingness to sponsor. This saves significant time compared to reviewing individual hospital career pages, and lets you focus on employers already open to H-1B or J-1 candidates.
Are there state-specific considerations for hospitalist visa sponsorship in Maine?
Maine's rural geography and aging population create sustained demand for hospitalists well beyond what the local physician pipeline can fill, making health systems here generally more open to international sponsorship than in more competitive urban markets. Many Maine facilities qualify for Conrad 30 J-1 waiver slots due to HPSA designations. Physicians considering this route should work with an immigration attorney familiar with Maine's annual waiver allocation, which is managed through the state's waiver program.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored hospitalist jobs in Maine?
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.