Obstetrician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

Obstetrics positions are H-1B eligible specialty occupations requiring a medical degree and completed residency. While the H-1B lottery remains competitive, physicians have additional visa pathways including J-1 waiver programs and EB-2 National Interest Waiver options that bypass the annual cap entirely. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.

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Overview

Open Jobs79+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type99% On-site
Salary Range$307K – $431K
Top LocationGreater Lexington Area
Most JobsUniversity of Kentucky

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Kingman Regional Medical Center
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
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Kingman Regional Medical Center
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Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Kingman Regional Medical Center
Kingman, Arizona
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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CHRISTUS Health
Physician - Obstetrician and Gynecologist
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Physician - Obstetrician and Gynecologist
CHRISTUS Health
Lake Charles, Louisiana
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Healthcare Administration
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Baylor Scott & White Health
Obstetrician-Gynecologist
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Baylor Scott & White Health
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Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Baylor Scott & White Health
Pflugerville, Texas
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
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Doctorate
10,000+

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OneOncology
Obstetrician-Gynecologist
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Obstetrician-Gynecologist
OneOncology
Suffolk County, New York
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$350,000/yr - $400,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
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Rochester Regional Health
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
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Rochester Regional Health
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Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Rochester Regional Health
Rochester, New York
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Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$300,000/yr - $350,000/yr
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Obstetrician

Target academic medical centers and large hospital systems

Teaching hospitals and major health systems regularly sponsor physicians. They have established immigration departments and understand the H-1B process for medical professionals better than smaller practices.

Consider J-1 waiver programs first

J-1 physicians can bypass H-1B entirely through Conrad 30 or other waiver programs. These require working in underserved areas but provide direct path to permanent residence.

Emphasize subspecialty training and board certification

Maternal-fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology, or gynecologic oncology fellowships strengthen your H-1B petition. Board certification demonstrates the specialized knowledge USCIS expects for specialty occupations.

Research state licensing requirements early

Medical licensing timelines vary by state and can delay employment authorization. Start the licensing process while your visa petition is pending to avoid gaps in employment.

Document hospital privileges and credentialing needs

Hospital credentialing can take months and requires valid work authorization. Coordinate with employers to ensure your visa timing aligns with credentialing deadlines and patient care responsibilities.

Explore National Interest Waiver for exceptional cases

Physicians with research publications, innovative techniques, or work in underserved populations may qualify for EB-2 NIW, bypassing both H-1B lottery and employer sponsorship requirements entirely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need USMLE scores for H-1B sponsorship as an obstetrician?

USMLE scores aren't required for H-1B petitions, but you need them for medical licensing in most states. Your H-1B petition focuses on your medical degree, completed residency, and board certification. However, you can't work as a physician without a valid state medical license, which typically requires passing USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3.

Can international medical graduates get H-1B sponsorship for obstetrics positions?

Yes, but your medical degree must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. medical degree. Most employers require ECFMG certification, completed U.S. residency, and valid state medical licensing. International medical graduates face the same H-1B lottery odds as other physicians, around 25% selection rate.

What happens to my H-1B status during maternity leave as an obstetrician?

H-1B status requires active employment, but unpaid maternity leave typically maintains status if you return to the same position. Paid leave usually poses no issues. Extended unpaid leave beyond employer policy might require consulting an immigration attorney to ensure status compliance, especially if it exceeds 60 days.

Can I moonlight at other hospitals while on H-1B as an obstetrician?

You can only work for H-1B petitioning employers. Moonlighting requires the second hospital to file a separate H-1B petition or add you to an existing petition. Many physicians use concurrent H-1B petitions to work at multiple locations legally, but each employer must file independently.

How do on-call requirements affect H-1B petition approval for obstetricians?

On-call duties don't negatively impact H-1B petitions and actually demonstrate the specialized nature of obstetric practice. USCIS recognizes that emergency obstetric care requires immediate physician availability. Include call schedules in your petition to show the position requires specialized medical knowledge and skills.

What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Obstetrician 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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