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Physiatrists qualify for H-1B visa, EB-2, and O-1 visa sponsorship as physicians specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. The role requires a Doctor of Medicine degree and U.S. residency training, making visa approval straightforward for qualified candidates. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Position Details
Department: PCMG-MAIN | Physical Medicine and Rehab
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm
Category: Physician/Div Chief/Med Dir
Posting #: 970000
Employee Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
Posting Note: Phoenix Children’s is seeking a talented, energetic, compassionate and collegial Pediatric Physiatrist/Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physician to join the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). The Division of PM&R, a key division within Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s, is comprised of an expert team of fellowship-trained pediatric PM&R physicians and nurse practitioners who provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care, allowing children to achieve their optimal level of independence. The ideal candidates will have a broad base of clinical knowledge and strong interest in program development, specifically growth of inpatient and outpatient programs as Phoenix Children’s continues to expand services and capability. Clinical work includes the inpatient rehabilitation unit, the inpatient PM&R consult service, outpatient physiatry clinic and other multidisciplinary clinics. The Division is actively involved in injection therapy management for spasticity and dystonia in a variety of settings as well as multidisciplinary surgical management including SDR/ITB/DBS. Opportunities available for clinical expansion in EMG/NCV. Educational/teaching involvement with the Honor Health PM&R residency program in Phoenix as well as pediatric, neurology, and palliative care training programs.
Highlights of PM&R Division
* The only dedicated acute pediatric and adolescent inpatient rehabilitation program and the only fellowship trained pediatric PM&R staff in the state of Arizona and in the contiguous regions.
* 12 bed CARF accredited inpatient unit with private rooms, ventilator capability, and contiguous therapy gym and private therapy treatment room spaces
* Up to date rehab technology and experienced inpatient and outpatient pediatric therapists
* Onsite school program, psychology, neuropsychology, pet and music therapy support services
* Gait lab
* Strong interdisciplinary environment
* Opportunities for pediatric and PM&R resident education, medical student and fellow rotations
* Ability to seek faculty status at University of Arizona, Arizona State, Mayo Clinic, and Creighton
* Clinical research opportunities and institutional research support
* Part of Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s and a member of the Phoenix Children’s Medical Group
* Administrative opportunities for the neuroscience institute, hospital level, and University of Arizona College of Medicine committee membership as well as opportunities for leadership within the Division, the PM&R residency program, and the Phoenix Children’s Medical Staff
For application, please contact: David Blaha (dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com) Physician Talent Acquisition Partner Phoenix Children’s Hospital
The staff physician shall provide patient care services and will support the Phoenix Children's mission of providing hope, healing and the best health care for children and their families.
Position Duties
* Patient Care Services
* Provide patient care services for which he/she is clinically privileged, including but not limited to:
* Provide direct patient care services on an inpatient and outpatient basis
* Provide subspecialty consultations and follow-up.
* Provide diagnostic and therapeutic services/procedures
* Provide these services for urgent/ emergent care as necessary
* Strive to achieve the best patient and family centered care
* Support Hospital’s patient satisfaction goals as well as division’s specific targets
* Support and adhere to divisional patient safety and quality of care standards
* Practices Contemporary Evidence based medicine or latest experience based medicine
- Divisional Responsibilities
- Establish and demonstrate effort to achieve annual physician goals and objectives (e.g. individual, division, hospital)
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Support the medical education programs and activities of the Division, including but not limited to:
- Provide direct supervision of trainees and allied health care professionals for the delivery of inpatient and outpatient services when applicable
- Conduct teaching rounds, lectures and conference for trainees
- Participate in the teaching and supervision of trainees and allied health care professionals assigned to the division
- Participate in the postgraduate continuing educational activities of the division
- Support the research endeavors of the division including the research initiatives by other members of the division
- Support programmatic growth of division
- Support satellite efforts of division when appropriate
-
Professionalism
- Treat colleagues, Phoenix Children's employees and customers with courtesy, dignity and respect
- Promote safe, cooperative and professional health care environment
-
Support Phoenix Children's mission, vision and values, including family centered care, excellence in clinical care, leadership, collaboration, and accountability
-
Other activities
- Physician shall support the Division Chief in his/her role as liaison to the professional community and general public as requested by the Division Chief
- Physician may conduct teaching rounds or conferences outside of Phoenix Children's, particularly if these activities support divisional clinical and teaching programs/ initiatives.
- Physician shall represent Phoenix Children's in the medical and business communities and before the general public in a professional manner
The following physical and mental skills are essential to the physician’s ability to successfully perform the foregoing duties and responsibilities:
The ability to communicate by telephone, computer or other communication devices
The ability to perform after hours or night call responsibilities as needed
The ability to work regularly scheduled work hours
Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values
Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by:
Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
Values
We place children and families at the center of all we do
We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
* We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
Position Qualifications
Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.
Education
* MD or DO degree.
Special Skills
The ability to move freely from facility to facility, as well as, the ability to move freely throughout facilities and examine patients.
The ability to communicate by telephone, computer or other communication devices.
The ability to perform after hours or night call responsibilities as needed.
The ability to work regularly scheduled work hours.
* The ability to work well under pressure.
Additional Requirements
Current Arizona License to Practice Medicine or the ability to obtain prior to start date.
Board certified/Board Eligible in the appropriate specialty.
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Reaching - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable
I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree
Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Physician - Physiatrist
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Position Details
Department: PCMG-MAIN | Physical Medicine and Rehab
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm
Category: Physician/Div Chief/Med Dir
Posting #: 970000
Employee Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
Posting Note: Phoenix Children’s is seeking a talented, energetic, compassionate and collegial Pediatric Physiatrist/Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physician to join the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). The Division of PM&R, a key division within Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s, is comprised of an expert team of fellowship-trained pediatric PM&R physicians and nurse practitioners who provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care, allowing children to achieve their optimal level of independence. The ideal candidates will have a broad base of clinical knowledge and strong interest in program development, specifically growth of inpatient and outpatient programs as Phoenix Children’s continues to expand services and capability. Clinical work includes the inpatient rehabilitation unit, the inpatient PM&R consult service, outpatient physiatry clinic and other multidisciplinary clinics. The Division is actively involved in injection therapy management for spasticity and dystonia in a variety of settings as well as multidisciplinary surgical management including SDR/ITB/DBS. Opportunities available for clinical expansion in EMG/NCV. Educational/teaching involvement with the Honor Health PM&R residency program in Phoenix as well as pediatric, neurology, and palliative care training programs.
Highlights of PM&R Division
* The only dedicated acute pediatric and adolescent inpatient rehabilitation program and the only fellowship trained pediatric PM&R staff in the state of Arizona and in the contiguous regions.
* 12 bed CARF accredited inpatient unit with private rooms, ventilator capability, and contiguous therapy gym and private therapy treatment room spaces
* Up to date rehab technology and experienced inpatient and outpatient pediatric therapists
* Onsite school program, psychology, neuropsychology, pet and music therapy support services
* Gait lab
* Strong interdisciplinary environment
* Opportunities for pediatric and PM&R resident education, medical student and fellow rotations
* Ability to seek faculty status at University of Arizona, Arizona State, Mayo Clinic, and Creighton
* Clinical research opportunities and institutional research support
* Part of Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s and a member of the Phoenix Children’s Medical Group
* Administrative opportunities for the neuroscience institute, hospital level, and University of Arizona College of Medicine committee membership as well as opportunities for leadership within the Division, the PM&R residency program, and the Phoenix Children’s Medical Staff
For application, please contact: David Blaha (dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com) Physician Talent Acquisition Partner Phoenix Children’s Hospital
The staff physician shall provide patient care services and will support the Phoenix Children's mission of providing hope, healing and the best health care for children and their families.
Position Duties
* Patient Care Services
* Provide patient care services for which he/she is clinically privileged, including but not limited to:
* Provide direct patient care services on an inpatient and outpatient basis
* Provide subspecialty consultations and follow-up.
* Provide diagnostic and therapeutic services/procedures
* Provide these services for urgent/ emergent care as necessary
* Strive to achieve the best patient and family centered care
* Support Hospital’s patient satisfaction goals as well as division’s specific targets
* Support and adhere to divisional patient safety and quality of care standards
* Practices Contemporary Evidence based medicine or latest experience based medicine
- Divisional Responsibilities
- Establish and demonstrate effort to achieve annual physician goals and objectives (e.g. individual, division, hospital)
-
Support the medical education programs and activities of the Division, including but not limited to:
- Provide direct supervision of trainees and allied health care professionals for the delivery of inpatient and outpatient services when applicable
- Conduct teaching rounds, lectures and conference for trainees
- Participate in the teaching and supervision of trainees and allied health care professionals assigned to the division
- Participate in the postgraduate continuing educational activities of the division
- Support the research endeavors of the division including the research initiatives by other members of the division
- Support programmatic growth of division
- Support satellite efforts of division when appropriate
-
Professionalism
- Treat colleagues, Phoenix Children's employees and customers with courtesy, dignity and respect
- Promote safe, cooperative and professional health care environment
-
Support Phoenix Children's mission, vision and values, including family centered care, excellence in clinical care, leadership, collaboration, and accountability
-
Other activities
- Physician shall support the Division Chief in his/her role as liaison to the professional community and general public as requested by the Division Chief
- Physician may conduct teaching rounds or conferences outside of Phoenix Children's, particularly if these activities support divisional clinical and teaching programs/ initiatives.
- Physician shall represent Phoenix Children's in the medical and business communities and before the general public in a professional manner
The following physical and mental skills are essential to the physician’s ability to successfully perform the foregoing duties and responsibilities:
The ability to communicate by telephone, computer or other communication devices
The ability to perform after hours or night call responsibilities as needed
The ability to work regularly scheduled work hours
Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values
Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by:
Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
Values
We place children and families at the center of all we do
We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
* We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
Position Qualifications
Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.
Education
* MD or DO degree.
Special Skills
The ability to move freely from facility to facility, as well as, the ability to move freely throughout facilities and examine patients.
The ability to communicate by telephone, computer or other communication devices.
The ability to perform after hours or night call responsibilities as needed.
The ability to work regularly scheduled work hours.
* The ability to work well under pressure.
Additional Requirements
Current Arizona License to Practice Medicine or the ability to obtain prior to start date.
Board certified/Board Eligible in the appropriate specialty.
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Reaching - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently
Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable
I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Physiatrist Jobs
Emphasize board certification and subspecialty training
Board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation significantly strengthens visa applications. Subspecialty fellowships in areas like spinal cord injury or sports medicine demonstrate extraordinary ability for O-1 petitions.
Highlight multidisciplinary collaboration experience
Physiatry's collaborative nature with orthopedics, neurology, and therapy teams demonstrates unique expertise. Document leadership roles in multidisciplinary care teams to strengthen your specialty occupation case for H-1B applications.
Target academic medical centers and rehabilitation hospitals
Academic institutions and specialized rehabilitation facilities regularly sponsor physicians. These employers understand the visa process and often have dedicated immigration support for recruiting international medical talent.
Leverage medical licensing board recognition
State medical board licensing demonstrates professional recognition in the field. ECFMG certification and successful residency completion provide additional evidence of specialty expertise for visa adjudication purposes.
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Find Physiatrist JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do physiatrists qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes, physiatrists easily qualify for H-1B sponsorship as the role requires specialized medical knowledge and a Doctor of Medicine degree. The position clearly meets specialty occupation requirements since it demands specific medical training in physical medicine and rehabilitation that only licensed physicians possess.
How to find Physiatrist jobs with visa sponsorship?
Start your search on Migrate Mate, which specializes in visa-sponsored medical positions. Focus on rehabilitation hospitals, healthcare systems, and medical centers that commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Physiatrists. Target larger hospital networks and academic medical centers, as they typically have established visa sponsorship programs for specialized physicians in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
What degree requirements apply for physiatrist visa sponsorship?
Physiatrists need a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree plus completion of an accredited Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency program. Foreign medical graduates must have ECFMG certification and equivalent training recognized by U.S. medical boards for visa approval.
Can physiatrists get EB-2 green cards through their specialty?
Yes, physiatrists qualify for EB-2 green cards as advanced degree professionals. Those with exceptional research contributions, publications, or leadership in rehabilitation medicine may qualify for EB-2 National Interest Waiver, bypassing the lengthy PERM labor certification process entirely.
How do J-1 residency waivers affect physiatrist sponsorship?
International residents on J-1 visas subject to the two-year home residency requirement must obtain a waiver before H-1B sponsorship. Common waiver options include practicing in underserved areas, state health department sponsorship, or demonstrating exceptional hardship circumstances to qualifying family members.
Do physiatrists have better H-1B approval rates than other occupations?
Physiatrists typically have high H-1B approval rates due to clear specialty occupation requirements and physician shortage documentation. Medical degrees directly correlate to job duties, and the specialized nature of physical medicine rehabilitation makes denial unlikely for properly documented petitions.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Physiatrist 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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