Cardiac Surgeon Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Cardiac surgeons qualify for multiple U.S. work visa categories, including H-1B visa, O-1, EB-2, and EB-3 sponsorship. As a specialty occupation requiring extensive medical training, cardiac surgery positions typically receive strong approval rates for employment-based petitions, with most hospitals and medical centers experienced in sponsoring international physicians. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsDepartment: 61005034 AHMHI Cardiac Surgery Providers
Shift: Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)
Hours: 40
Contract: Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation: Every 4th
Job Profile Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Job Description:
Responsible for direct patient care by reviewing patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation. Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
Performs operations of the heart and blood vessels of the body. Scope includes management of pathologic conditions of cardiovascular structures. This includes congenital and acquired lesions of both the heart and blood vessels in the thorax as well as diseases involving the lungs and associated structures. In addition, the surgeon establishes a precise diagnosis, utilizing procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angiography, electrocardiography, echocardiography, imaging techniques, endoscopy, tissue biopsy and other appropriate tests. Performs evolving techniques such as laser therapy, endovascular procedures, electrophysiological procedures and devices, thoracoscopy and thoracoscopic surgery.
Principle Responsibilities
- Direct Patient Care
- Reviews patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
- Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
- Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
- Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
- Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
- Manages complex cardiac conditions, including diagnosis, treatment, and possibly surgery. Manages a range of pathologic conditions of cardiovascular structures. This includes congenital and acquired lesions of the heart.
- Performs operations on the heart and blood vessels of the body. This may include surgeries such as replacement of heart valves or bypasses of blocked coronary arteries. May also include vessel surgeries such as for artery problems or microvascular surgery for diabetic leg ulcers, etc. May perform evolving techniques such as laser therapy, endovascular procedures, electrophysiological procedures, thoracoscopy and thoracoscopic surgery.
- Charts in electronic format in accordance with licensure and scope.
- Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.
- May provide care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient or outpatient hospital setting.
-
May participate in on-call rotation.
-
Quality
- Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or work flows.
-
May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
-
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
- Required completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Internal Medicine or foreign equivalency training
- Required completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited Residency training program in internal medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
- Required completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited Fellowship training program in Vascular Surgery or foreign equivalency training or completion of an ACGME accredited, integrated vascular surgery program
- 0 to 2 years demonstrated experience in the designated specialty area, including experience with diagnostic procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angiography, electrocardiography, echocardiography, endoscopy, and other diagnostics specific to cardiac diseases
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required
- ACLS/BLS Tier 3 - Multisource required
- PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support - Multisource required depending on business unit
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation - Multisource required depending on business unit
- Licensed Physician upon hire required
- Board Certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery by the AOA Board of Surgery upon hire required
- Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate upon hire required
- Prescription Monitoring Program upon hire required
- National Provider Identifier upon hire required
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*:
- Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Additional Job Description:
Pay Range:
Pay Range: $630,000 to $900,000 per year
The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).
Benefit Summary:
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Department: 61005034 AHMHI Cardiac Surgery Providers
Shift: Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)
Hours: 40
Contract: Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation: Every 4th
Job Profile Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Job Description:
Responsible for direct patient care by reviewing patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation. Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
Performs operations of the heart and blood vessels of the body. Scope includes management of pathologic conditions of cardiovascular structures. This includes congenital and acquired lesions of both the heart and blood vessels in the thorax as well as diseases involving the lungs and associated structures. In addition, the surgeon establishes a precise diagnosis, utilizing procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angiography, electrocardiography, echocardiography, imaging techniques, endoscopy, tissue biopsy and other appropriate tests. Performs evolving techniques such as laser therapy, endovascular procedures, electrophysiological procedures and devices, thoracoscopy and thoracoscopic surgery.
Principle Responsibilities
- Direct Patient Care
- Reviews patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
- Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
- Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
- Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
- Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
- Manages complex cardiac conditions, including diagnosis, treatment, and possibly surgery. Manages a range of pathologic conditions of cardiovascular structures. This includes congenital and acquired lesions of the heart.
- Performs operations on the heart and blood vessels of the body. This may include surgeries such as replacement of heart valves or bypasses of blocked coronary arteries. May also include vessel surgeries such as for artery problems or microvascular surgery for diabetic leg ulcers, etc. May perform evolving techniques such as laser therapy, endovascular procedures, electrophysiological procedures, thoracoscopy and thoracoscopic surgery.
- Charts in electronic format in accordance with licensure and scope.
- Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.
- May provide care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient or outpatient hospital setting.
-
May participate in on-call rotation.
-
Quality
- Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or work flows.
-
May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
-
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
- Required completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Internal Medicine or foreign equivalency training
- Required completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited Residency training program in internal medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
- Required completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited Fellowship training program in Vascular Surgery or foreign equivalency training or completion of an ACGME accredited, integrated vascular surgery program
- 0 to 2 years demonstrated experience in the designated specialty area, including experience with diagnostic procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angiography, electrocardiography, echocardiography, endoscopy, and other diagnostics specific to cardiac diseases
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required
- ACLS/BLS Tier 3 - Multisource required
- PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support - Multisource required depending on business unit
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation - Multisource required depending on business unit
- Licensed Physician upon hire required
- Board Certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery by the AOA Board of Surgery upon hire required
- Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate upon hire required
- Prescription Monitoring Program upon hire required
- National Provider Identifier upon hire required
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*:
- Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Additional Job Description:
Pay Range:
Pay Range: $630,000 to $900,000 per year
The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).
Benefit Summary:
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Cardiac Surgeon Jobs
Target academic medical centers and large hospital systems
Major medical institutions like Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and university hospitals regularly sponsor cardiac surgeons and have dedicated immigration departments to streamline the visa process for international physicians.
Complete USMLE Step 3 before applying
Most U.S. employers require cardiac surgeons to have passed all USMLE steps. Completing Step 3 demonstrates your commitment to practicing in the U.S. and strengthens your sponsorship case significantly.
Apply for EB-2 National Interest Waiver if you serve underserved areas
Cardiac surgeons working in medically underserved areas or critical access hospitals may qualify for NIW green cards, bypassing the labor certification requirement and employer dependence.
Time applications around residency and fellowship completion
Plan visa applications 6-12 months before completing training. Many hospitals prefer hiring cardiac surgeons who can start immediately rather than waiting for visa processing after training ends.
Prepare for extensive credential verification processes
Medical license transfers, board certification recognition, and hospital privileging take months. Start credential verification early and ensure your medical school transcripts are properly authenticated for U.S. immigration purposes.
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Find Cardiac Surgeon JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do cardiac surgeons qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, cardiac surgeons easily qualify for H-1B visas as specialty occupations requiring advanced medical degrees. The role's specialized nature and educational requirements make approval rates very high, though you'll still need an employer to file the petition and may face lottery selection if cap-subject.
Can cardiac surgeons get O-1 visas instead of H-1B?
Yes, cardiac surgeons often qualify for O-1 extraordinary ability visas based on fellowship training, publications, speaking engagements, or leadership roles. O-1 visas have no annual cap, faster processing, and allow more flexibility than H-1B for highly accomplished cardiac surgeons.
What degree requirements apply to cardiac surgeon visa sponsorship?
You need an MD degree plus completed residency training in cardiothoracic surgery. U.S. employers typically require board certification or eligibility, USMLE completion, and active medical licensure. Foreign medical degrees are accepted if properly verified through ECFMG or similar credentialing organizations.
How long does visa processing take for cardiac surgeons?
H-1B processing takes 2-6 months (faster with premium processing), while O-1 applications typically process in 2-3 months. EB-2 green card applications can take 1-3 years depending on your country of birth. Plan applications well before your target start date to avoid delays.
Can cardiac surgeons change employers while on H-1B?
Yes, but the new employer must file a new H-1B petition before you can start working. You can begin employment once USCIS receives the new petition if your previous H-1B was approved. This process typically takes 2-4 weeks to initiate after the employer files.
How to find Cardiac Surgeon jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Cardiac Surgeon positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international medical professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus on major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and private cardiac practices that commonly sponsor H-1B, O-1, or EB-2 visas for specialized surgeons. These healthcare institutions often have established visa sponsorship programs for critical medical specialties like cardiovascular surgery.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Cardiac Surgeon 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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