Medical Specialist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Medical Specialist roles in the U.S. attract strong H-1B visa and EB-2 sponsorship activity from health systems, academic medical centers, and specialty clinics. Your board certification and subspecialty training are your negotiating leverage. Most employers file petitions before your start date, and many will cover premium processing.
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LifeMD is a leading provider of virtual primary care, telehealth, and specialized treatment programs serving hundreds of thousands of patients nationwide. Our vertically integrated platform combines 50-state licensed providers, in-house pharmacy and lab integrations, and proprietary technology that enables safe, high-quality, and affordable care.
At the heart of this transformation is our team of developers, engineers, and tech innovators building state-of-the-art systems that make healthcare smarter, faster, and more accessible. From architecting scalable backend systems to crafting intuitive user experiences, we are pushing boundaries every day.
Recognized as one of the fastest-growing healthcare tech companies (#166 on Deloitte Fast 500 in 2023), LifeMD is not just a healthcare company — it's a tech company revolutionizing healthcare.
About the Role
The Medical Licensing Specialist reports to the Director of Payor Enrollment, Licensing & Credentialing and is responsible for supporting all aspects of the medical licensing and credentialing processes. The Medical Licensing Specialist will ensure the efficient operation of medical licensing, credentialing, and payer contracts to maximize provider efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Obtain necessary licensure and/or privileges for LifeMD providers
- Maintain Licensing matrices for all LifeMD providers and markets/states
- Performs external research and conducts verification of all LifeMD licensure, malpractice and educational degrees, diplomas and certifications
- Meet LifeMD expectations for Licensing submission on a consistent basis
- Create Primary Source Verification (PSV) Reports for providers
- Assist with the creation of multi-state Collaborative Practice Agreements (CPA)
- Maintain and update the CAQH Provider System with Licensing information
- Provide follow-up correspondence with state boards on a regular basis for all Licensing matters on behalf of providers
- Work with other LifeMD departments to facilitate the onboarding/offboarding of LifeMD providers
- Create, maintain, update and assist LifeMD providers with any ancillary Licensing questions
- Performs complex and confidential administrative functions including developing and typing written correspondence. Responds to routine external correspondence. Types memos, and other department forms and documents
- Handles confidential and non-routine information and maintains provider confidence and protects operations by keeping all provider and LifeMD practice information confidential
- Work independently and within a team on special and nonrecurring and ongoing projects at the request of the Director of Payor Enrollment, Licensing & Credentialing, which may include updating Excel spreadsheets or other systems, and disseminating information
- Reliability - it is an essential function of this position to report to work on time for your scheduled hours, ready for work
- Perform other related duties as required
Requirements
- 2+ years of recent multi-state experience performing medical Licensing application processing functions
- Expertise in multi-state medical Licensing and Fingerprinting processes
- Expert knowledge of multi-state Collaborative Practice Agreements (CPA)
- Credentialing Certification, Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Healthcare Administration or equivalent experience
- Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS), Certified Medical Services Management (CPMSM) or CPES (Certified Provider Enrollment Specialist)
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on complex data
- Key to have knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements
- Proficiency and ability to adapt to new credentialing software
- High level of proven communication skills, including written, verbal and conceptual presentation
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic growth environment
- Creative problem solver, strategic thinker and team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
- Fantastic organizational and time management skills with high attention to detail
Benefits
- Compensation: $60,000-$70,000 annually
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, Roth 401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Short Term Disability
- Training & Development
About us
LifeMD is a leading provider of virtual primary care, telehealth, and specialized treatment programs serving hundreds of thousands of patients nationwide. Our vertically integrated platform combines 50-state licensed providers, in-house pharmacy and lab integrations, and proprietary technology that enables safe, high-quality, and affordable care.
At the heart of this transformation is our team of developers, engineers, and tech innovators building state-of-the-art systems that make healthcare smarter, faster, and more accessible. From architecting scalable backend systems to crafting intuitive user experiences, we are pushing boundaries every day.
Recognized as one of the fastest-growing healthcare tech companies (#166 on Deloitte Fast 500 in 2023), LifeMD is not just a healthcare company — it's a tech company revolutionizing healthcare.
About the Role
The Medical Licensing Specialist reports to the Director of Payor Enrollment, Licensing & Credentialing and is responsible for supporting all aspects of the medical licensing and credentialing processes. The Medical Licensing Specialist will ensure the efficient operation of medical licensing, credentialing, and payer contracts to maximize provider efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Obtain necessary licensure and/or privileges for LifeMD providers
- Maintain Licensing matrices for all LifeMD providers and markets/states
- Performs external research and conducts verification of all LifeMD licensure, malpractice and educational degrees, diplomas and certifications
- Meet LifeMD expectations for Licensing submission on a consistent basis
- Create Primary Source Verification (PSV) Reports for providers
- Assist with the creation of multi-state Collaborative Practice Agreements (CPA)
- Maintain and update the CAQH Provider System with Licensing information
- Provide follow-up correspondence with state boards on a regular basis for all Licensing matters on behalf of providers
- Work with other LifeMD departments to facilitate the onboarding/offboarding of LifeMD providers
- Create, maintain, update and assist LifeMD providers with any ancillary Licensing questions
- Performs complex and confidential administrative functions including developing and typing written correspondence. Responds to routine external correspondence. Types memos, and other department forms and documents
- Handles confidential and non-routine information and maintains provider confidence and protects operations by keeping all provider and LifeMD practice information confidential
- Work independently and within a team on special and nonrecurring and ongoing projects at the request of the Director of Payor Enrollment, Licensing & Credentialing, which may include updating Excel spreadsheets or other systems, and disseminating information
- Reliability - it is an essential function of this position to report to work on time for your scheduled hours, ready for work
- Perform other related duties as required
Requirements
- 2+ years of recent multi-state experience performing medical Licensing application processing functions
- Expertise in multi-state medical Licensing and Fingerprinting processes
- Expert knowledge of multi-state Collaborative Practice Agreements (CPA)
- Credentialing Certification, Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Healthcare Administration or equivalent experience
- Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS), Certified Medical Services Management (CPMSM) or CPES (Certified Provider Enrollment Specialist)
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on complex data
- Key to have knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements
- Proficiency and ability to adapt to new credentialing software
- High level of proven communication skills, including written, verbal and conceptual presentation
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic growth environment
- Creative problem solver, strategic thinker and team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
- Fantastic organizational and time management skills with high attention to detail
Benefits
- Compensation: $60,000-$70,000 annually
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, Roth 401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Short Term Disability
- Training & Development
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Medical Specialist
Verify your credentials transfer before applying
Foreign medical degrees require ECFMG certification before U.S. licensure, and state medical boards vary on which residencies they recognize. Confirm your credentials are accepted in your target state before engaging employers in sponsorship conversations.
Target health systems with J-1 waiver programs
If you completed a U.S. residency or fellowship on a J-1 visa, you face a two-year home residency requirement. Health systems in underserved areas sponsor Conrad 30 waivers, letting you convert directly to H-1B status and start work immediately.
Search verified sponsor employers on Migrate Mate
Filter medical specialist roles by employers with confirmed LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This tells you which health systems and specialty groups have actively sponsored physicians before, so you're not negotiating sponsorship from scratch.
Get your specialty occupation documentation ready early
USCIS scrutinizes physician subspecialty roles, especially for positions blending administrative and clinical duties. Prepare a detailed duties letter from your prospective employer that ties your subspecialty training directly to the role's clinical requirements.
Ask employers about PERM timing for green card sponsorship
Many academic medical centers sponsor EB-2 green cards, but PERM labor certification adds 12 to 18 months before the I-140 petition. Confirm during offer negotiations whether the employer starts PERM concurrently with your H-1B to avoid delays.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your specialty and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your subspecialty title and metro area to verify your offer meets DOL's wage level requirements before signing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa types are available for medical specialist sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path for employed specialists at hospitals and clinics, since the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a medical degree. J-1 visa is used for fellows and residents, but comes with a two-year home residency requirement for most. EB-2 and EB-3 green cards are common at academic medical centers. TN visa does not cover physician roles.
Does my foreign medical degree qualify me for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, provided your degree is recognized as equivalent to a U.S. M.D. or D.O. USCIS requires ECFMG certification for international medical graduates, and your employer will reference this in the H-1B petition. A three-year medical degree from some countries may require a credential evaluation to confirm equivalency to a U.S. four-year program.
What happens to my status if my employer loses the H-1B lottery?
If you're already in H-1B status with another employer, you're not subject to the lottery again when transferring. If you're applying for the first time, missing the lottery means you'd need to explore cap-exempt employers, such as nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities or government research institutions, which can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap and lottery.
How do I find medical specialist roles where employers are already open to sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for medical specialist roles, so you can focus on health systems and specialty groups that have sponsored physicians before. This saves significant time compared to cold-applying and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the interview process.
Can a medical specialist self-petition for a green card without employer sponsorship?
Yes. The EB-1A extraordinary ability category and the EB-2 National Interest Waiver allow self-petition without an employer sponsor or PERM labor certification. Subspecialists with published research, clinical leadership roles, or significant contributions to their field often qualify for the NIW, which USCIS grants when the work benefits U.S. healthcare in ways that outweigh the standard labor market test.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Medical Specialist 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.