Addiction Psychiatrist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Addiction psychiatrists qualify for H-1B visa, O-1, and EB-2 NIW visas based on their medical degree and specialized training. Most positions require board certification in addiction psychiatry or addiction medicine. The role easily meets specialty occupation requirements given the medical degree requirement and specialized nature of addiction treatment. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
Join Lahey Hospital and Medical Center’s nationally recognized and growing psychiatry practice. Advance your career as an addictions psychiatrist with our newly established hospital-based addiction consultation team and work with a robust multidisciplinary team of professionals.
Why choose us?
- Exciting opportunity to participate in growing the new hospital and ED-based addiction consultation service with a team of highly respected professionals including nurse practitioners, social workers and recovery support navigators. Opportunity exists for outpatient practice as well.
- A collegial and caring work environment
- Dedicated and experienced administrative support
- Partner of Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services, one of the largest healthcare providers for behavioral health services in Massachusetts
- Academic appointments available for qualified candidates through UMass Chan-Lahey
- Teaching opportunities at the newly established UMass Chan-Lahey Regional Medical Campus and the ACGME-approved Psychiatry Residency Program matriculating in 2025
BI Lahey Health Hospitals
- Nationally recognized for providing high quality care: top 100 Truven Health and Beckers' Hospital Review.
- Lahey Hospital and Medical Center is a 370-bed tertiary care facility located in Burlington, MA.
- Partnered with UMass Chan-Lahey, the regional medical school campus in Burlington, Massachusetts
- Located just north of Boston, the area provides exceptional school systems, abundant cultural activities in a world-class city and convenient access to the mountains and seacoast throughout New England.
Beth Israel Lahey Health, including all of its employing entities, are a purpose-driven, values-based organization that unites our workforce of people who provide exceptional health care to everyone we serve. All of the employing entities of Beth Israel Lahey Health maintain policies of equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination in employment. Please see here for more information about our purpose and values and here for more information about our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
Pay Range:
- Pay Range: $270,000.00 USD – $300,000.00 USD
The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation may be determined based on several factors, that may include education, training, relevant experience, specialty, geography of work location, productivity, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. In addition to base compensation, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, which may include productivity and quality bonuses.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
Job details
- Employment: Full-time
- Hours/Week: 40
- Shift: Day
- Category: Physician
- Pay Range: $270,000.00 USD - $300,000.00 USD
- FLSA: Exempt
- Req ID: JR94483
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
INTRODUCTION
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
Join Lahey Hospital and Medical Center’s nationally recognized and growing psychiatry practice. Advance your career as an addictions psychiatrist with our newly established hospital-based addiction consultation team and work with a robust multidisciplinary team of professionals.
Why choose us?
- Exciting opportunity to participate in growing the new hospital and ED-based addiction consultation service with a team of highly respected professionals including nurse practitioners, social workers and recovery support navigators. Opportunity exists for outpatient practice as well.
- A collegial and caring work environment
- Dedicated and experienced administrative support
- Partner of Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services, one of the largest healthcare providers for behavioral health services in Massachusetts
- Academic appointments available for qualified candidates through UMass Chan-Lahey
- Teaching opportunities at the newly established UMass Chan-Lahey Regional Medical Campus and the ACGME-approved Psychiatry Residency Program matriculating in 2025
BI Lahey Health Hospitals
- Nationally recognized for providing high quality care: top 100 Truven Health and Beckers' Hospital Review.
- Lahey Hospital and Medical Center is a 370-bed tertiary care facility located in Burlington, MA.
- Partnered with UMass Chan-Lahey, the regional medical school campus in Burlington, Massachusetts
- Located just north of Boston, the area provides exceptional school systems, abundant cultural activities in a world-class city and convenient access to the mountains and seacoast throughout New England.
Beth Israel Lahey Health, including all of its employing entities, are a purpose-driven, values-based organization that unites our workforce of people who provide exceptional health care to everyone we serve. All of the employing entities of Beth Israel Lahey Health maintain policies of equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination in employment. Please see here for more information about our purpose and values and here for more information about our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
Pay Range:
- Pay Range: $270,000.00 USD – $300,000.00 USD
The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation may be determined based on several factors, that may include education, training, relevant experience, specialty, geography of work location, productivity, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. In addition to base compensation, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, which may include productivity and quality bonuses.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
Job details
- Employment: Full-time
- Hours/Week: 40
- Shift: Day
- Category: Physician
- Pay Range: $270,000.00 USD - $300,000.00 USD
- FLSA: Exempt
- Req ID: JR94483
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Addiction Psychiatrist Jobs
Emphasize dual board certifications
Highlight board certification in both general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry or addiction medicine. This dual specialization strengthens your H-1B petition and demonstrates the highly specialized nature of your role.
Document substance abuse treatment experience
Compile detailed records of your experience treating various addiction disorders, including opioid use disorder, alcohol addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions to demonstrate specialized expertise.
Target hospitals and addiction treatment centers
Focus on hospital systems, rehabilitation facilities, and dedicated addiction treatment centers that regularly sponsor visas. These employers understand the critical need for specialized addiction psychiatrists.
Consider EB-2 NIW for research roles
If your work involves addiction research, clinical trials, or developing new treatment protocols, the EB-2 National Interest Waiver may be a faster path than employer sponsorship.
Prepare for state licensing requirements
Each state has specific medical licensing requirements. Research your target state's process for international medical graduates and factor licensing timelines into your visa application planning.
Leverage telehealth opportunities
Many addiction psychiatry roles now include telehealth components. This flexibility can expand your job search to employers nationwide and may make you more attractive to sponsors.
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Find Addiction Psychiatrist JobsFrequently Asked Questions
What visa types work best for addiction psychiatrists?
H-1B is most common for hospital and clinic positions. O-1 works if you have extraordinary ability in addiction medicine research or treatment innovation. EB-2 NIW is excellent for researchers working on addiction treatment protocols or public health initiatives, as addiction treatment serves the national interest.
Do I need board certification for visa sponsorship?
Most employers prefer board certification in psychiatry plus addiction psychiatry or addiction medicine subspecialty certification. While not legally required for the visa, certification significantly strengthens your petition and makes employers more willing to sponsor you over other candidates.
Can international medical graduates get addiction psychiatry sponsorship?
Yes, but you'll need ECFMG certification, completion of a U.S. psychiatry residency, and addiction psychiatry fellowship training. Many addiction treatment facilities actively recruit international graduates due to physician shortages in this specialty.
How to find Addiction Psychiatrist jobs with visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to find addiction psychiatrist positions with visa sponsorship. Search specifically for roles at hospitals, rehabilitation centers, mental health clinics, and healthcare networks that sponsor H-1B, O-1, or EB-2 visas for specialized medical professionals. Filter by employers known to hire international psychiatrists and focus on organizations with established visa sponsorship programs for addiction medicine specialists.
What makes addiction psychiatrist H-1B petitions strong?
The medical degree requirement, specialized training in addiction medicine, and critical shortage of addiction psychiatrists in the U.S. create a compelling case. Include evidence of the opioid crisis impact and your specific qualifications in treating substance use disorders.
Are there alternative pathways if H-1B doesn't work?
Consider J-1 waiver programs in underserved areas, which can lead to green cards. Some states offer physician visa waiver programs. EB-2 NIW works well if your research addresses addiction as a public health crisis or you work in underserved communities.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Addiction Psychiatrist jobs?
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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