Psychiatrist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas

Texas psychiatrists are in high demand across a state where healthcare systems like UT Southwestern Medical Center, Houston Methodist, and the Texas Department of State Health Services actively recruit internationally trained physicians. Major metros including Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin concentrate the bulk of sponsorship activity, with significant need in underserved rural communities as well.

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Overview

Open Jobs69+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type77% On-site
Median Salary$143K
Top LocationAustin, TX
Most JobsTexas Health and Human Services Commission

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Family Care Center, PLLC
Psychiatrist
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Family Care Center, PLLC
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Psychiatrist
Family Care Center, PLLC
San Antonio, Texas
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$400,000/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Lone Star Circle of Care
Psychiatrist
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Lone Star Circle of Care
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Psychiatrist
Lone Star Circle of Care
Georgetown, Texas
Medical Specialists
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Mental & Behavioral Health
On-Site
None

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Houston Methodist
Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist
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Houston Methodist
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Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
Medical Specialists
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Mental & Behavioral Health
On-Site
Other
10,000+

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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Psychiatrist III
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
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Psychiatrist III
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Corpus Christi, Texas
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$10,485/mo - $11,560/mo
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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Legacy Community Health Services
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
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Legacy Community Health Services
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Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Legacy Community Health Services
Missouri City, Texas
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Hybrid
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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Psychiatrist Job Roles in Texas

Healthcare Administration67 jobs
Nursing50 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health49 jobs
Allied Health43 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing38 jobs
Physicians19 jobs
Medical Specialists15 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support3 jobs
Teaching & Instruction1 jobs

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Psychiatrist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for psychiatrists in Texas?

Large health systems are the primary sponsors, including UT Southwestern Medical Center, Baylor Scott and White Health, Houston Methodist, Texas Health Resources, and the UT Health Science Center network. Community mental health centers and the Texas Department of State Health Services also sponsor psychiatrists, particularly for roles in underserved areas. Academic medical centers affiliated with UT Austin and Texas A&M regularly sponsor psychiatrists through teaching and research positions.

Which visa types are most common for psychiatrist roles in Texas?

The H-1B is the most common visa for psychiatrists in Texas, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring an MD and residency training. The J-1 Conrad 30 waiver is widely used as well, allowing international medical graduates who completed J-1 residencies to convert to H-1B status by committing to work in a designated shortage area. Some positions in underserved regions also support National Interest Waiver petitions.

Which cities in Texas have the most psychiatrist sponsorship jobs?

Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth account for the largest share of psychiatrist sponsorship roles, driven by their concentration of major hospital systems and academic medical centers. San Antonio has notable activity through its military-affiliated healthcare network and UT Health. Austin is a growing market as the city expands its healthcare infrastructure. Beyond major metros, rural and border communities across West Texas and the Rio Grande Valley frequently seek psychiatrists through shortage-area programs.

How to find psychiatrist visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for international physicians and healthcare professionals seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can filter psychiatrist jobs to Texas directly on the platform, with listings sourced from employers that have a documented history of sponsoring visas. This saves time compared to manually screening postings that may not support sponsorship. Migrate Mate also provides context on which visa categories are relevant to psychiatry roles.

Are there state-specific considerations for psychiatrists seeking sponsorship in Texas?

Texas participates in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which allocates up to 30 waivers per year to physicians who agree to practice in Health Professional Shortage Areas. Competition for these slots can be significant, and applications are processed through the Texas Department of State Health Services. Additionally, Texas has no state income tax, which affects total compensation comparisons. International medical graduates must also obtain Texas Medical Board licensure, which has its own timeline and documentation requirements.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored psychiatrist jobs in Texas?

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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