Medical Doctor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota's medical doctor job market centers on major health systems like Mayo Clinic in Rochester, M Health Fairview and Allina Health in the Twin Cities, and Essentia Health in Duluth. International physicians fill critical gaps across specialties statewide, and many Minnesota employers have established visa sponsorship processes for qualified foreign-trained doctors.
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Psychiatry – Consult Service
Duluth, MN
About the position:
- An in-person 1.0 FTE position with a rotation of 14on/14off.
- Our ideal candidate would be a strong team player, desiring:
- 7-day service coverage model (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
- Overnight and weekend call is shared by the physician pool. Average call is once a week while on service.
- Telehealth to critical access hospitals in area
- Managing the care of psychiatric patients in the emergency department, including leading care rounds, triage, and evaluation
- Consultation to Level 1 Trauma Center
About our Behavioral Health Team:
- Join a group of 16 adult and 5 child and adolescent psychiatrists as part of a Behavioral Health Care Team. Other members of the team include doctoral level psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychotherapists, RN’s, and clinical assistants. The Behavioral Health Division provides a spectrum of care for children and adults, including inpatient psychiatric care, consult-liaison, and emergency psychiatry, ECT procedures (not providing at the current time but the goal is to start again), intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization services, and an outpatient behavioral health clinic. The Division also includes Health Psychology doctorate and master’s level psychologists.
- The Behavioral Health Department provides a spectrum of care for children and adults, including inpatient psychiatric care, consult-liaison and emergency psychiatry, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization services, and an outpatient behavioral health clinic.
- Integrated pharmacist team includes a Hospitalist and Pharmacist
- Essentia Health Duluth hospital: Adult in-patient unit has 44 beds; Child/Adolescent inpatient unit has 16 beds.
Requirements
- BC/BE Psychiatry
- Interest in ECT would be a plus.
Compensation
- $376,155. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center
Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
FTE: 1
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Psychiatry – Consult Service
Duluth, MN
About the position:
- An in-person 1.0 FTE position with a rotation of 14on/14off.
- Our ideal candidate would be a strong team player, desiring:
- 7-day service coverage model (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
- Overnight and weekend call is shared by the physician pool. Average call is once a week while on service.
- Telehealth to critical access hospitals in area
- Managing the care of psychiatric patients in the emergency department, including leading care rounds, triage, and evaluation
- Consultation to Level 1 Trauma Center
About our Behavioral Health Team:
- Join a group of 16 adult and 5 child and adolescent psychiatrists as part of a Behavioral Health Care Team. Other members of the team include doctoral level psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychotherapists, RN’s, and clinical assistants. The Behavioral Health Division provides a spectrum of care for children and adults, including inpatient psychiatric care, consult-liaison, and emergency psychiatry, ECT procedures (not providing at the current time but the goal is to start again), intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization services, and an outpatient behavioral health clinic. The Division also includes Health Psychology doctorate and master’s level psychologists.
- The Behavioral Health Department provides a spectrum of care for children and adults, including inpatient psychiatric care, consult-liaison and emergency psychiatry, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization services, and an outpatient behavioral health clinic.
- Integrated pharmacist team includes a Hospitalist and Pharmacist
- Essentia Health Duluth hospital: Adult in-patient unit has 44 beds; Child/Adolescent inpatient unit has 16 beds.
Requirements
- BC/BE Psychiatry
- Interest in ECT would be a plus.
Compensation
- $376,155. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center
Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
FTE: 1
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Which companies sponsor visas for medical doctors in Minnesota?
Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, Allina Health, HealthPartners, Essentia Health, and Sanford Health are among the Minnesota health systems with documented histories of sponsoring international physicians. Large academic medical centers and regional hospital networks tend to have dedicated HR and immigration teams experienced with H-1B visa and J-1 visa waiver processes for medical doctors specifically.
Which visa types are most common for medical doctor roles in Minnesota?
Most international physicians in Minnesota work on J-1 exchange visitor visas during residency or fellowship, then transition to H-1B status with employer sponsorship. J-1 waiver programs, including Conrad 30, allow doctors who complete J-1 training to waive the two-year home residency requirement by committing to practice in a Minnesota Health Professional Shortage Area for at least three years.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most medical doctor sponsorship jobs?
The Twin Cities metro, particularly Minneapolis and Saint Paul, concentrates the highest volume of physician openings due to the density of large health systems. Rochester is a significant hub given Mayo Clinic's global presence and scale. Duluth, Saint Cloud, and smaller Greater Minnesota communities also post sponsorship-eligible physician roles, often tied to rural shortage area designations that strengthen J-1 waiver eligibility.
How to find medical doctor visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate filters physician job listings specifically by visa sponsorship eligibility, making it easier to identify Minnesota roles where employers are open to sponsoring international medical doctors. Rather than sorting through general job boards, you can browse Minnesota medical doctor openings on Migrate Mate where sponsorship is a core filter, saving time during a process that already involves significant credentialing and licensing steps.
Are there state-specific considerations for international medical doctors pursuing sponsorship in Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota participates in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which allocates up to 30 waivers annually for physicians who agree to serve in underserved areas. The Minnesota Department of Health administers this program. International physicians must also obtain a Minnesota medical license through the Board of Medical Practice, which has specific requirements around ECFMG certification, USMLE scores, and graduate medical education verification before any employment can begin.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical doctor jobs in Minnesota?
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.