Obstetrician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Obstetrics positions are H-1B visa 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 visa 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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Founded in 1970, Greater Philadelphia Health Action (GPHA) is a non-profit healthcare organization committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate and affordable healthcare services to communities experiencing healthcare disparities. Since 1970, GPHA has expanded to become one of the premier providers of ambulatory medical, dental and behavioral healthcare in the Greater Philadelphia area. On-site services include laboratory, pharmacy and language interpretation through interactive video and live interpreters.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc. (GPHA) is presently seeking a full-time or part-time Board-certified or eligible Obstetrician-Gynecologist to
- Provide full-scope outpatient OB/GYN care including prenatal and postpartum care, Family Planning, and management of acute and chronic health issues.
- Provide standard outpatient GYN procedures, such as colposcopy, EMB, LARC, and IUD insertion/removal, LEEP and biopsies.
- Provide care as a collaborative member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team comprised of primary care clinicians (Pediatric, Internal/Adult Medicine, Family Medicine) and specialists (Endocrinology – Infectious Disease – Rheumatology – Podiatry). The healthcare team also includes medical case managers, nurses, and behavioral health therapists.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
- Health and Financial Benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with lucrative company contribution and match
- Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick, Personal, Self-care, Continuing Education, and Holidays
- “Up to Date”, inclusive of continuing education
- Loan Forgiveness through National Health Service Corps and eligibility for Scholars
- Occurrence malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act
GPHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GPHA does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices to include hiring, transferring and promotion practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, handicap, disability, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
Founded in 1970, Greater Philadelphia Health Action (GPHA) is a non-profit healthcare organization committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate and affordable healthcare services to communities experiencing healthcare disparities. Since 1970, GPHA has expanded to become one of the premier providers of ambulatory medical, dental and behavioral healthcare in the Greater Philadelphia area. On-site services include laboratory, pharmacy and language interpretation through interactive video and live interpreters.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc. (GPHA) is presently seeking a full-time or part-time Board-certified or eligible Obstetrician-Gynecologist to
- Provide full-scope outpatient OB/GYN care including prenatal and postpartum care, Family Planning, and management of acute and chronic health issues.
- Provide standard outpatient GYN procedures, such as colposcopy, EMB, LARC, and IUD insertion/removal, LEEP and biopsies.
- Provide care as a collaborative member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team comprised of primary care clinicians (Pediatric, Internal/Adult Medicine, Family Medicine) and specialists (Endocrinology – Infectious Disease – Rheumatology – Podiatry). The healthcare team also includes medical case managers, nurses, and behavioral health therapists.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
- Health and Financial Benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with lucrative company contribution and match
- Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick, Personal, Self-care, Continuing Education, and Holidays
- “Up to Date”, inclusive of continuing education
- Loan Forgiveness through National Health Service Corps and eligibility for Scholars
- Occurrence malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act
GPHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GPHA does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices to include hiring, transferring and promotion practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, handicap, disability, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Obstetrician Jobs
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.
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.
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Find Obstetrician JobsFrequently 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.
How to find Obstetrician jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Obstetrician jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international medical professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on public hospitals, private healthcare networks, and regional medical centers that commonly sponsor H-1B, O-1, or permanent residency visas for specialized physicians. These employers actively recruit international Obstetricians to address healthcare shortages.
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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