Medical Doctor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Washington

Washington state is a strong market for medical doctors seeking visa sponsorship, anchored by major health systems like UW Medicine, Providence, and MultiCare across Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma. The state's academic medical centers and rural health shortage areas create consistent demand for internationally trained physicians across primary care and specialty roles.

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Overview

Open Jobs405+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type97% On-site
Salary Range$263K – $302K
Top LocationSeattle, WA
Most JobsVirginia Mason Franciscan Health

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Laborie Medical Technologies
Physician Educator
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Laborie Medical Technologies
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Physician Educator
Laborie Medical Technologies
Seattle, Washington
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Corporate Training
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Optum
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Optum
Olympia, Washington
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$109,500/yr - $164,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Other
10,000+

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MultiCare Health System
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
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MultiCare Health System
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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
MultiCare Health System
Federal Way, Washington
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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CommonSpirit Health
Physician Internal Medicine
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CommonSpirit Health
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Physician Internal Medicine
CommonSpirit Health
Tacoma, Washington
Medical Specialists
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$261,955/yr - $376,168/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Seattle Children's
Physician Liaison
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Physician Liaison
Seattle Children's
Everett, Washington
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Business Development
$88,786/yr - $133,180/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Medical Doctor Job Roles in Washington

Healthcare Administration376 jobs
Medical Specialists288 jobs
Physicians254 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing211 jobs
Nursing189 jobs
Clinical Trials & Medical Research29 jobs
Clinical Trials25 jobs
Allied Health24 jobs
Laboratory Research24 jobs
Biotech & Life Sciences22 jobs

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Medical Doctor Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for medical doctors in Washington?

Washington's largest physician visa sponsors include UW Medicine, Providence Health and Services, MultiCare Health System, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, and Kaiser Permanente Washington. Federally Qualified Health Centers and rural critical access hospitals across eastern Washington and the Olympic Peninsula also sponsor physicians, particularly for primary care and family medicine roles in Health Professional Shortage Areas.

Which visa types are most common for medical doctor roles in Washington?

The H-1B is the most common visa for physicians in Washington, though the annual lottery creates uncertainty. The J-1 Conrad 30 waiver is widely used for international medical graduates who completed residency on J-1 status, with Washington allocating 30 waivers annually. The O-1A applies to physicians with extraordinary ability. Some Canadian and Mexican physicians may qualify under the TN visa category.

Which cities in Washington have the most medical doctor sponsorship jobs?

Seattle and the surrounding King County area account for the largest share of physician sponsorship jobs in Washington, driven by UW Medicine, Swedish Health Services, and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Spokane is Washington's second-largest medical hub, home to Providence and MultiCare systems. Tacoma and Bellevue also have active physician hiring, while rural areas in eastern Washington and the coast have ongoing demand through shortage area designations.

How to find medical doctor visa sponsorship jobs in Washington?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for international physicians seeking visa sponsorship roles in the U.S., including Washington state. You can filter by role and state to see medical doctor positions at health systems, clinics, and academic medical centers that have sponsored physicians before. This is more efficient than general job searches that don't filter for sponsorship willingness upfront.

Are there state-specific considerations for medical doctors seeking sponsorship in Washington?

Washington participates in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which requires a three-year service commitment at an approved facility in an underserved area in exchange for waiving the two-year home residency requirement. Physicians practicing in Washington must hold a Washington State medical license. The state's strong research infrastructure through UW and Fred Hutchinson creates additional academic physician opportunities for those with research backgrounds.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical doctor jobs in Washington?

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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