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Vermont's medical doctor job market centers on hospital systems like the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington and Dartmouth Health's Hitchcock Clinic network near the New Hampshire border. Rural health shortages across the state drive consistent physician demand, and many Vermont employers actively pursue J-1 and H-1B sponsorship to fill primary care and specialist gaps.
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Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member hospital of Dartmouth Health (DH), is seeking an experienced, collaborative physician leader to serve as Department Chair of Anesthesia. In this position, you will maintain an active clinical practice while leading a team of anesthesiologists and anesthesiologist assistants.
As Department Chair, you will foster a culture of collaboration, support provider development and lead quality and performance improvement. The Chair will partner with the Director of Perioperative Services and Chair of Surgical Services to ensure alignment with institutional goals and strategic priorities while advancing clinical excellence and patient centered care.
- Engaged Anesthesiology team which is highly invested in teamwork and optimal patient outcomes
- Salary Range $550,000 - $560,000; this position includes a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and CME support). A sign-on bonus and relocation stipend may also be available, subject to eligibility
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) through 501 (c)(3) nonprofit status
- 12 weeks of vacation, biannual CME allowance of $6,000 and malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center - The Shires of Vermont
SVMC has a proud 100-year history as an innovator in health care delivery. It includes a 99-bed hospital and 23 primary care and specialty practices at ten total locations in the greater Bennington area and nearby New York and Massachusetts. SVMC was awarded its sixth Magnet Center for Nursing Excellence designation in 2025. At this time, SVMC was one of only three hospitals in New England, and 32 worldwide, to earn the accreditation for a sixth time. In 2017, SVMC received the Magnet Prize, an award for extraordinary innovation in nursing that is given to only one hospital in the world each year.
Southern Vermont offers the quintessential New England experience. This beautiful area combines history, industry and business and has been named among the most vibrant communities in the country. Culturally rich with art galleries, performing arts and museums, the area is also known for its award-winning restaurants and world-class skiing and snowboarding among other outdoor activities, truly making Southern Vermont the ideal setting for work/life balance.
Cover letters should be addressed to: Estevan Garcia, MD - Chief Executive Officer, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
Recruiter Contact Information: Richard Anair, MBA Richard.Anair@svhealthcare.org
Responsibilities
- Maintain an active clinical practice and serve as a role model across anesthesia services
- Set strategic goals for the department and lead efforts to improve patient outcomes and streamline perioperative workflows
- Oversee quality improvement initiatives, monitor clinical performance and ensure compliance with institutional standards and regulatory requirements
- Meet regularly with anesthesia staff to support clinical growth and advancement
- Collaborate with administrative leaders locally and at the DH system level to optimize staffing models, operating room schedules and patient flow
- Participate in department budgeting, monitor finances and revenue integrity
- Participate in provider recruitment, retention, onboarding and succession planning
- Build and maintain strong relationships with surgical colleagues and system-wide partners
About the Practice
- 5 operating rooms and 2 endoscopy rooms running daily
- Surgical services include general surgery, vascular, orthopedics, urology, OB/GYN, robotic and bariatric services
- No spine, neurosurgical, cardiac or thoracic cases
- 400 deliveries annually
Qualifications
- Advanced clinical degree (MD or DO)
- Post graduate training in residency program
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice and 2 years of leadership experience
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Current or Eligible for Vermont Medical License
- ABMS Board Certification
- Active hospital staff membership
Area of Interest: Physician
Pay Range: $2,080.00/Yr. - $2,079,979.20/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
Shift: Day
Job ID: 39265
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Overview
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member hospital of Dartmouth Health (DH), is seeking an experienced, collaborative physician leader to serve as Department Chair of Anesthesia. In this position, you will maintain an active clinical practice while leading a team of anesthesiologists and anesthesiologist assistants.
As Department Chair, you will foster a culture of collaboration, support provider development and lead quality and performance improvement. The Chair will partner with the Director of Perioperative Services and Chair of Surgical Services to ensure alignment with institutional goals and strategic priorities while advancing clinical excellence and patient centered care.
- Engaged Anesthesiology team which is highly invested in teamwork and optimal patient outcomes
- Salary Range $550,000 - $560,000; this position includes a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and CME support). A sign-on bonus and relocation stipend may also be available, subject to eligibility
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) through 501 (c)(3) nonprofit status
- 12 weeks of vacation, biannual CME allowance of $6,000 and malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center - The Shires of Vermont
SVMC has a proud 100-year history as an innovator in health care delivery. It includes a 99-bed hospital and 23 primary care and specialty practices at ten total locations in the greater Bennington area and nearby New York and Massachusetts. SVMC was awarded its sixth Magnet Center for Nursing Excellence designation in 2025. At this time, SVMC was one of only three hospitals in New England, and 32 worldwide, to earn the accreditation for a sixth time. In 2017, SVMC received the Magnet Prize, an award for extraordinary innovation in nursing that is given to only one hospital in the world each year.
Southern Vermont offers the quintessential New England experience. This beautiful area combines history, industry and business and has been named among the most vibrant communities in the country. Culturally rich with art galleries, performing arts and museums, the area is also known for its award-winning restaurants and world-class skiing and snowboarding among other outdoor activities, truly making Southern Vermont the ideal setting for work/life balance.
Cover letters should be addressed to: Estevan Garcia, MD - Chief Executive Officer, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
Recruiter Contact Information: Richard Anair, MBA Richard.Anair@svhealthcare.org
Responsibilities
- Maintain an active clinical practice and serve as a role model across anesthesia services
- Set strategic goals for the department and lead efforts to improve patient outcomes and streamline perioperative workflows
- Oversee quality improvement initiatives, monitor clinical performance and ensure compliance with institutional standards and regulatory requirements
- Meet regularly with anesthesia staff to support clinical growth and advancement
- Collaborate with administrative leaders locally and at the DH system level to optimize staffing models, operating room schedules and patient flow
- Participate in department budgeting, monitor finances and revenue integrity
- Participate in provider recruitment, retention, onboarding and succession planning
- Build and maintain strong relationships with surgical colleagues and system-wide partners
About the Practice
- 5 operating rooms and 2 endoscopy rooms running daily
- Surgical services include general surgery, vascular, orthopedics, urology, OB/GYN, robotic and bariatric services
- No spine, neurosurgical, cardiac or thoracic cases
- 400 deliveries annually
Qualifications
- Advanced clinical degree (MD or DO)
- Post graduate training in residency program
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice and 2 years of leadership experience
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Current or Eligible for Vermont Medical License
- ABMS Board Certification
- Active hospital staff membership
Area of Interest: Physician
Pay Range: $2,080.00/Yr. - $2,079,979.20/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
Shift: Day
Job ID: 39265
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Which companies sponsor visas for medical doctors in Vermont?
The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington is Vermont's largest health system and the most active sponsor of physician visas in the state. Dartmouth Health affiliates, Community Health Centers of Burlington, and smaller rural critical access hospitals such as Copley Hospital in Morrisville also sponsor international physicians. Federally Qualified Health Centers throughout Vermont are notable sponsors because they can support J-1 visa waivers through the federal Conrad 30 program.
Which visa types are most common for medical doctor roles in Vermont?
The J-1 visa is the most common pathway for internationally trained physicians entering Vermont, typically through residency or fellowship programs followed by a Conrad 30 waiver that converts the J-1 into H-1B status in exchange for a service commitment in an underserved area. Direct H-1B sponsorship is also available for physicians who have already completed training. The O-1 visa applies to physicians with extraordinary national or international recognition in their specialty.
Which cities in Vermont have the most medical doctor sponsorship jobs?
Burlington accounts for the largest share of physician sponsorship activity, anchored by the University of Vermont Medical Center and its affiliated clinics. Rutland, home to Rutland Regional Medical Center, is the second-largest market. St. Johnsbury, Morrisville, and Middlebury each have hospitals serving rural catchment areas where physician shortages make visa sponsorship a practical hiring tool rather than an exception.
How to find medical doctor visa sponsorship jobs in Vermont?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find medical doctor roles in Vermont where employers are actively open to visa sponsorship. You can filter specifically for physician positions across Burlington, Rutland, and rural Vermont communities. Because Vermont has a concentrated set of health systems, Migrate Mate lets you identify which hospitals and community health centers are currently hiring without sorting through positions that exclude international candidates.
Are there state-specific considerations for medical doctors seeking sponsorship in Vermont?
Vermont participates in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which allows the state to sponsor up to 30 waivers annually for physicians who commit to practicing in designated health professional shortage areas. Vermont's rural geography means a significant portion of physician openings qualify for this program. Physicians should also be aware that Vermont medical licensure requires separate state board approval, and processing timelines should be factored into any employment start date planning.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical doctor jobs in Vermont?
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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