Electrophysiology Cardiologist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Electrophysiology cardiologists qualify for H-1B visa, O-1 visa, and EB-2 NIW visas based on their specialized medical training and board certification. The role meets specialty occupation requirements through its requirement for completion of cardiology fellowship plus additional electrophysiology fellowship training. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Saint Luke’s and the Mid America Heart Institute (MAHI) in Kansas City are seeking an outstanding BC/BE fellowship-trained electrophysiologist to join our nationally recognized EP team. This opportunity offers a chance to practice within a collaborative, multi-site program that serves patients across the greater Kansas City metro area. The position is based at Saint Luke’s East Hospital (SLE) in Lee’s Summit, MO for clinic with ablations and device implants performed at both MAHI and SLE. We welcome and are positioned to support those with an interest in building a career in electrophysiology outcomes research.
About the program:
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MAHI experts have long been pioneers in electrophysiology, leading the way in new treatments for heart rhythm disorders, taking a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to a-fib treatment, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle modification in conjunction with medication and ablation procedures to achieve the best clinical outcomes.
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Saint Luke’s Electrophysiology Program takes a multidisciplinary approach, partnering with cardiothoracic surgeons, structural echocardiographers, APPs, EP device nurses, EP lab staff, and cardiac CT/MRI technologists to tailor treatment plans—especially for complex a-fib cases.
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The cardiovascular team at MAHI includes more than 65 cardiologists and 55 advanced practice providers, with 8 of the cardiologists specializing in EP—underscoring the high procedural volume and deeply collaborative clinical environment.
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Saint Luke’s electrophysiologists perform the full spectrum of catheter ablation procedures, including: pulsed field ablation and radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia ablation, premature ventricular contraction ablation, including bipolar ablation, typical and atypical atrial flutter ablation, Wolff-Parkinson-White ablation, including cryoablation for septal accessory pathways, and ventricular tachycardia ablation, including epicardial catheter ablation and ethanol ablation.
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MAHI pioneered the nation’s first virtual a-fib clinic to support continuous care between visits and procedures, and its electrophysiologists played a key role in advancing pulsed field ablation—a transformative therapy for atrial fibrillation.
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Saint Luke’s pioneered the region’s first LAAO procedure in 2005 and recently marked its 1,000th Watchman implant, while researchers continue advancing patient care by developing an AI algorithm to identify ideal candidates for LAAO.
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Our advanced device program offers a full spectrum of cutting-edge therapies, including pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) or biventricular devices, conduction system pacing, subcutaneous and extravascular defibrillators (ICDs), phrenic nerve stimulation for central sleep apnea and cardiac contractility modulation for heart failure.
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Opportunity for participation in our Clinical Scholars Program which offers protected time for research, association with highly experienced colleagues in outcomes research, and a well-developed support infrastructure.
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Saint Luke’s MAHI, affiliated with the University of Missouri–Kansas City, offers fellowship programs in General Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Structural Intervention, Electrophysiology, and Heart Failure/Transplant—including a 24-month EP fellowship that offers opportunity to train up to three fellows simultaneously.
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Extremely competitive career employment package not based on productivity in addition to excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, malpractice insurance, tax-deferred retirement plan with employer match & PTO.
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Note: Saint Luke's cannot provide Visa sponsorship for this role.
About Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute
Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute is part of Saint Luke’s, the West Region of BJC Health, one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States. The Heart Institute, a teaching affiliate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, is one of the most distinguished cardiovascular programs in the country. Its legacy of innovation began more than 40 years ago when it opened as the nation’s first freestanding heart hospital. Since then, the nearly 200 board-certified specialists and cardiovascular experts have earned a global reputation for excellence in the treatment of heart disease, including interventional cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, imaging, heart failure, transplant, heart disease prevention, cardio-oncology, cardiometabolic disease, women’s heart disease, electrophysiology, outcomes research, and health economics by being the third hospital in the U.S. to achieve Comprehensive Cardiac Center certification from The Joint Commission. In 2023, the Heart Institute completed its 1,000th heart transplant, making it one of only 23 advanced programs to have reached this milestone.
About Saint Luke’s
Saint Luke’s serves the West Region of BJC Health, one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States. Through its 10 hospitals and campuses, multiple health service organizations, and more than 100 primary and specialty care offices, Saint Luke’s provides the highest levels of quality and compassionate health care and health-related services for patients in urban, suburban, and rural communities in 65 specialty services across 67 counties in Missouri and Kansas. Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report and is one of the elite hospitals in the region. Saint Luke’s is committed to the highest levels of excellence in health care and the advancement of medical research and education. BJC Health is one of the largest employers in Missouri and comprises 24 hospitals and hundreds of clinics and service organizations, operating in two distinct regions, serving patients in its East Region as BJC HealthCare.
Job Requirements
Applicable Experience:
Licensure managed by MSO - N/A (Information only, Not certificate)
Doctorate Degree
Job Details
Full Time
Day (United States of America)
The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.
Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description
Saint Luke’s and the Mid America Heart Institute (MAHI) in Kansas City are seeking an outstanding BC/BE fellowship-trained electrophysiologist to join our nationally recognized EP team. This opportunity offers a chance to practice within a collaborative, multi-site program that serves patients across the greater Kansas City metro area. The position is based at Saint Luke’s East Hospital (SLE) in Lee’s Summit, MO for clinic with ablations and device implants performed at both MAHI and SLE. We welcome and are positioned to support those with an interest in building a career in electrophysiology outcomes research.
About the program:
-
MAHI experts have long been pioneers in electrophysiology, leading the way in new treatments for heart rhythm disorders, taking a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to a-fib treatment, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle modification in conjunction with medication and ablation procedures to achieve the best clinical outcomes.
-
Saint Luke’s Electrophysiology Program takes a multidisciplinary approach, partnering with cardiothoracic surgeons, structural echocardiographers, APPs, EP device nurses, EP lab staff, and cardiac CT/MRI technologists to tailor treatment plans—especially for complex a-fib cases.
-
The cardiovascular team at MAHI includes more than 65 cardiologists and 55 advanced practice providers, with 8 of the cardiologists specializing in EP—underscoring the high procedural volume and deeply collaborative clinical environment.
-
Saint Luke’s electrophysiologists perform the full spectrum of catheter ablation procedures, including: pulsed field ablation and radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia ablation, premature ventricular contraction ablation, including bipolar ablation, typical and atypical atrial flutter ablation, Wolff-Parkinson-White ablation, including cryoablation for septal accessory pathways, and ventricular tachycardia ablation, including epicardial catheter ablation and ethanol ablation.
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MAHI pioneered the nation’s first virtual a-fib clinic to support continuous care between visits and procedures, and its electrophysiologists played a key role in advancing pulsed field ablation—a transformative therapy for atrial fibrillation.
-
Saint Luke’s pioneered the region’s first LAAO procedure in 2005 and recently marked its 1,000th Watchman implant, while researchers continue advancing patient care by developing an AI algorithm to identify ideal candidates for LAAO.
-
Our advanced device program offers a full spectrum of cutting-edge therapies, including pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) or biventricular devices, conduction system pacing, subcutaneous and extravascular defibrillators (ICDs), phrenic nerve stimulation for central sleep apnea and cardiac contractility modulation for heart failure.
-
Opportunity for participation in our Clinical Scholars Program which offers protected time for research, association with highly experienced colleagues in outcomes research, and a well-developed support infrastructure.
-
Saint Luke’s MAHI, affiliated with the University of Missouri–Kansas City, offers fellowship programs in General Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Structural Intervention, Electrophysiology, and Heart Failure/Transplant—including a 24-month EP fellowship that offers opportunity to train up to three fellows simultaneously.
-
Extremely competitive career employment package not based on productivity in addition to excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, malpractice insurance, tax-deferred retirement plan with employer match & PTO.
-
Note: Saint Luke's cannot provide Visa sponsorship for this role.
About Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute
Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute is part of Saint Luke’s, the West Region of BJC Health, one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States. The Heart Institute, a teaching affiliate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, is one of the most distinguished cardiovascular programs in the country. Its legacy of innovation began more than 40 years ago when it opened as the nation’s first freestanding heart hospital. Since then, the nearly 200 board-certified specialists and cardiovascular experts have earned a global reputation for excellence in the treatment of heart disease, including interventional cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, imaging, heart failure, transplant, heart disease prevention, cardio-oncology, cardiometabolic disease, women’s heart disease, electrophysiology, outcomes research, and health economics by being the third hospital in the U.S. to achieve Comprehensive Cardiac Center certification from The Joint Commission. In 2023, the Heart Institute completed its 1,000th heart transplant, making it one of only 23 advanced programs to have reached this milestone.
About Saint Luke’s
Saint Luke’s serves the West Region of BJC Health, one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States. Through its 10 hospitals and campuses, multiple health service organizations, and more than 100 primary and specialty care offices, Saint Luke’s provides the highest levels of quality and compassionate health care and health-related services for patients in urban, suburban, and rural communities in 65 specialty services across 67 counties in Missouri and Kansas. Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report and is one of the elite hospitals in the region. Saint Luke’s is committed to the highest levels of excellence in health care and the advancement of medical research and education. BJC Health is one of the largest employers in Missouri and comprises 24 hospitals and hundreds of clinics and service organizations, operating in two distinct regions, serving patients in its East Region as BJC HealthCare.
Job Requirements
Applicable Experience:
Licensure managed by MSO - N/A (Information only, Not certificate)
Doctorate Degree
Job Details
Full Time
Day (United States of America)
The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.
Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Electrophysiology Cardiologist Jobs
Emphasize dual fellowship training
Your completion of both cardiology and electrophysiology fellowships creates a clear specialty occupation case, as this specific training sequence is required for the role.
Document procedural expertise
Highlight experience with device implantations, ablations, and cardiac mapping. These specialized procedures require extensive training that supports visa petition strength.
Consider academic medical centers
University hospitals and teaching institutions are H-1B cap-exempt, avoiding lottery requirements. Many also sponsor J-1 physicians for specialized fellowship training.
Prepare for longer timelines
Medical licensing requirements vary by state and can add months to your start date. Begin the process early to account for credentialing delays.
Leverage board certification
Board certification in electrophysiology demonstrates specialized knowledge that strengthens O-1 extraordinary ability petitions, particularly when combined with research publications or speaking engagements.
Research state licensing requirements
Some states require USMLE scores or additional examinations for international medical graduates. Verify requirements before accepting offers in specific locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree requirements apply for electrophysiology cardiologist visa sponsorship?
You need an MD or foreign equivalent, plus completion of internal medicine residency, cardiology fellowship, and electrophysiology fellowship. USCIS recognizes this training pathway as meeting specialty occupation requirements for H-1B visa petitions. Board certification in electrophysiology strengthens the petition significantly.
Do electrophysiology cardiologists have good H-1B approval rates?
Medical specialties including electrophysiology have historically high H-1B approval rates, typically exceeding 90%. The specialized fellowship training and clear degree requirements make these petitions relatively straightforward. Academic medical centers being cap-exempt also improves your odds of avoiding the lottery entirely.
Can international medical graduates work as electrophysiology cardiologists in the U.S.?
Yes, but you'll need ECFMG certification and must complete US-based residency and fellowship training, or have your foreign training evaluated for equivalency. Most employers prefer candidates who completed at least their electrophysiology fellowship in the U.S., as this ensures familiarity with American protocols and equipment.
How to find Electrophysiology Cardiologist jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Electrophysiology Cardiologist positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international medical professionals with hospitals and healthcare systems offering H-1B, O-1, and J-1 visa sponsorship. Major medical centers, academic hospitals, and specialty cardiac institutes actively recruit electrophysiologists through this platform, particularly for roles requiring advanced EP procedures and research expertise.
What visa options work best for electrophysiology cardiologists?
H-1B through cap-exempt academic medical centers offers the most direct path. O-1 visas work well if you have research publications, speaking engagements, or leadership roles. EB-2 NIW is viable given the specialty's importance to public health, especially if you work in underserved areas or conduct cardiac arrhythmia research.
How do electrophysiology fellowship requirements affect visa timing?
The fellowship pathway adds complexity since you'll likely need J-1 visa status during training, followed by potential waiver requirements or visa changes. Plan for 1-2 years of additional fellowship after cardiology, plus potential geographic restrictions if using a J-1 waiver to transition to H-1B status.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Electrophysiology Cardiologist 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.