Medical Doctor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Missouri
Missouri's medical doctor job market centers on major health systems like BJC HealthCare, Mercy Health, and University of Missouri Health Care, with Saint Louis and Kansas City offering the greatest concentration of physician openings. Academic medical centers and rural health shortage areas across the state actively recruit internationally trained physicians, making Missouri a viable destination for doctors seeking visa sponsorship.
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SCHEDULED HOURS
40
Position Summary
Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation.
The primary location is within St. Louis Children’s Hospital. This position includes 10-hour shift work a week on the consult service, assessing and providing treatment planning for patients presenting through the Emergency Department, responding to consults on the inpatient floor, and participating in other various activities throughout the hospital that align with advanced practice provider practice.
JOB DESCRIPTION
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient's condition.
-
Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.
-
May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.
-
Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
-
Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
-
Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
-
Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education.
-
Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
-
Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.
-
Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
JOB LOCATION/WORKING CONDITIONS
-
Normal office environment
-
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
-
Exposure to chemicals
-
Requires protective devices
-
Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements
-
Patient care setting
-
Direct patient care setting
PHYSICAL EFFORT
-
Typically sitting at desk or table
-
Typically standing or walking
-
Typically bending, crouching, stooping
-
Using tools requiring high dexterity
-
Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
EQUIPMENT
-
Office equipment
-
Lab/research equipment
-
Clinical/diagnostic equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master's degree
CERTIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
WORK EXPERIENCE:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
SKILLS:
Not Applicable
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
MORE ABOUT THIS JOB
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
NURSE PRACTITIONER
- Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program.
- Advanced Practical Nurse licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire).
- Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
- Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
- Graduate of PA program.
- Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire.
- Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master's degree - Nurse Practitioner, Master's degree - Physician Assistant Studies
CERTIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
- Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
WORK EXPERIENCE:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
SKILLS:
Adaptability, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Communication, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Multitasking, Organizing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time Management, Working with Children
GRADE
S31
SALARY RANGE
$93,300.00 - $167,800.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
QUESTIONS
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
ACCOMMODATION
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
BENEFITS STATEMENT
PERSONAL
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
WELLNESS
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
FAMILY
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO STATEMENT
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

SCHEDULED HOURS
40
Position Summary
Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation.
The primary location is within St. Louis Children’s Hospital. This position includes 10-hour shift work a week on the consult service, assessing and providing treatment planning for patients presenting through the Emergency Department, responding to consults on the inpatient floor, and participating in other various activities throughout the hospital that align with advanced practice provider practice.
JOB DESCRIPTION
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient's condition.
-
Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.
-
May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.
-
Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
-
Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
-
Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
-
Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education.
-
Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
-
Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.
-
Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
JOB LOCATION/WORKING CONDITIONS
-
Normal office environment
-
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
-
Exposure to chemicals
-
Requires protective devices
-
Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements
-
Patient care setting
-
Direct patient care setting
PHYSICAL EFFORT
-
Typically sitting at desk or table
-
Typically standing or walking
-
Typically bending, crouching, stooping
-
Using tools requiring high dexterity
-
Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
EQUIPMENT
-
Office equipment
-
Lab/research equipment
-
Clinical/diagnostic equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master's degree
CERTIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
WORK EXPERIENCE:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
SKILLS:
Not Applicable
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
MORE ABOUT THIS JOB
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
NURSE PRACTITIONER
- Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program.
- Advanced Practical Nurse licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire).
- Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
- Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
- Graduate of PA program.
- Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire.
- Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master's degree - Nurse Practitioner, Master's degree - Physician Assistant Studies
CERTIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
- Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
WORK EXPERIENCE:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
SKILLS:
Adaptability, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Communication, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Multitasking, Organizing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time Management, Working with Children
GRADE
S31
SALARY RANGE
$93,300.00 - $167,800.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
QUESTIONS
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
ACCOMMODATION
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
BENEFITS STATEMENT
PERSONAL
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
WELLNESS
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
FAMILY
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO STATEMENT
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Which visa types are most common for medical doctors seeking sponsorship in Missouri?
The J-1 and H-1B are the two most common visa types for internationally trained physicians in Missouri. J-1 waivers are widely used by Missouri's rural and underserved facilities through the Conrad 30 program, which allows doctors to fulfill their home-residency requirement by practicing in a medically underserved area. The H-1B is common for hospital-employed physicians outside waiver programs, particularly in urban centers like Saint Louis and Kansas City.
Which companies sponsor visas for medical doctors in Missouri?
Missouri's largest health systems are the primary visa sponsors for medical doctors. BJC HealthCare, Mercy Health, SSM Health, CoxHealth, and University of Missouri Health Care all have established international recruitment histories, particularly for primary care and specialty physician roles. Academic institutions like Washington University School of Medicine also sponsor physicians through teaching and research positions, often under J-1 or H-1B classifications.
Which cities in Missouri have the most medical doctor sponsorship jobs?
Saint Louis and Kansas City account for the majority of physician sponsorship opportunities in Missouri, driven by their large academic medical centers, multi-hospital health systems, and research institutions. Springfield is a secondary hub anchored by CoxHealth and Mercy. Beyond these urban areas, rural counties across southern and central Missouri actively recruit internationally trained physicians through J-1 Conrad 30 waivers due to persistent physician shortages in those regions.
How to find medical doctor visa sponsorship jobs in Missouri?
Migrate Mate filters physician job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify Missouri roles where employers are actively open to sponsoring international doctors. You can browse by state and role to surface openings at health systems, academic medical centers, and rural clinics across Missouri. This saves significant time compared to reviewing general physician boards where sponsorship status is rarely disclosed upfront.
Are there state-specific considerations for international medical doctors pursuing sponsorship in Missouri?
Missouri participates in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which reserves waiver slots specifically for physicians who agree to practice in Health Professional Shortage Areas or Medically Underserved Areas within the state. Missouri's rural regions have persistent shortage designations, which can make J-1 waiver placement more accessible here than in less rural states. Physicians must also obtain Missouri medical licensure, which requires passing USMLE steps and meeting Missouri State Board of Registration requirements.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical doctor jobs in Missouri?
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.
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