FMG & IMG Visa Supported Physician Jobs (J1 Waiver and H1b Sponsorship)

Acadia Physician Recruiters is a no-cost resource for foreign medical graduates (FMG) and international medical graduates (IMG) seeking visa-supported physician jobs in the USA. We match FMG and IMG physicians with employers willing and able to support J1 visa waivers and H1b sponsorship. In select situations, we may also assist physicians pursuing an O1 visa pathway.

Our recruitment services are employer-paid, so there is no cost to the job-seeking physician.

Since 2009, Acadia Physician Recruiters has successfully placed dozens of visa physicians, primarily through J1 waiver hiring along with multiple H1b placements. We work closely with hiring organizations, immigration counsel, and credentialing teams to help international physicians move from training to long-term practice in the United States.

Proven Experience with Visa-Supported Physician Placement
Helping international physicians successfully transition from training to long-term US practice.

• Placing international physicians in the USA since 2009

• Dozens of successful J1 waiver and H1b physician placements
• Extensive experience with Conrad 30 and federal waiver pathways
• Relationships with cap-exempt healthcare employers across New England
• Coordination with immigration attorneys, credentialing teams, and health systems
• Employer-paid recruitment services - no cost to physicians

• Trusted by community health centers, hospitals, and private practices

J1 Waiver and Conrad 30 Opportunities

Many of the visa placements we support are completed through the Conrad 30 J1 Visa Waiver Program, which allows states to sponsor physicians to remain in the United States following residency training in exchange for service in qualifying communities. Each state administers its own Conrad 30 program with specific timelines and requirements. We work with employers who regularly participate in waiver hiring and understand how to position opportunities successfully within these programs.

Some of our client organizations also participate in federal J1 waiver pathways that operate outside the state Conrad slot system, depending on employer structure and community designation. These programs operate outside the state Conrad slot system and are not tied to annual state waiver quotas, which may provide additional flexibility for qualified physicians and sponsoring employers in select locations.

Cap-Exempt H1b Sponsorship

Acadia Physician Recruiters represents select employers that qualify as cap-exempt H1b sponsors, including nonprofit healthcare systems and affiliated organizations. Cap-exempt employers may sponsor physicians year-round without participation in the annual H1b lottery, allowing greater flexibility and more predictable hiring timelines for qualified physicians.

Cap-exempt H1b opportunities are especially valuable for physicians completing US residency or fellowship training who wish to transition directly into practice without waiting for the annual visa cap cycle. We help physicians identify employers where cap-exempt sponsorship is realistically available based on specialty, timing, and organizational structure.

Visa Supported Physician Jobs in New England

Acadia PR represents physician jobs throughout all six New England states - Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island - along with select opportunities in upstate New York. We work with employers of all sizes, including private practices, critical access hospitals, large healthcare systems, and community health centers and FQHCs.

New England includes many designated underserved areas that may support visa waiver applications. Visa supported physician jobs may be located in rural communities, small cities, or urban settings depending on employer need and program eligibility. Not every visa-supported opportunity is tied to an underserved designation, and availability changes throughout the year. We typically maintain active opportunities somewhere in the region at most times, particularly for physicians trained in primary care specialties.

The specialties most commonly supported for visa hiring include Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, and Hospital Medicine. Some employers may also support J1 or H1b sponsorship in additional specialties depending on workforce need, program eligibility, and timing.

Who Qualifies for Visa Supported Jobs in the USA

In most cases, a foreign medical graduate must complete a US residency program to qualify for state medical licensure and hospital credentialing. US training also supports:

• state medical licensing pathways

• professional liability insurance coverage

• payer enrollment and credentialing

• board eligibility and board certification

If you are considering practicing in the USA and weighing a fellowship path instead of residency, careful planning is essential. In most situations, completing a US residency provides the strongest foundation for long-term employment opportunities, while fellowship training alone is often not sufficient for licensing and hiring requirements.

Alternative Pathways for Ireland, UK and Canadian-Trained Physicians

In selected cases, physicians who have completed accredited postgraduate training in countries such as Ireland, the United Kingdom or Canada may qualify for medical licensure in certain US states without repeating a full US residency program.

These pathways typically apply to physicians who have completed recognized specialty training programs (for example MRCGP, CCT, or Canadian residency certification) and who meet state-specific licensing standards. Employers in qualifying states may support H1b visa sponsorship when licensure eligibility is confirmed.

Because eligibility varies significantly by state and employer, careful planning is essential. Physicians considering this pathway should seek individualized advice early to confirm licensing options, visa strategy, and long-term career planning. Physicians trained in Ireland, the UK or Canada who are exploring US practice options are encouraged to contact us for an individualized assessment of licensing and employment pathways.

How We Support the FMG and IMG Hiring Process

We work closely with employers throughout the full hiring process for international medical graduates, from initial recruitment through onboarding. This often includes coordination with immigration attorneys, credentialing teams, and internal immigration specialists to help visa and waiver steps help visa and waiver steps move forward efficiently and predictably.

Because visa supported physician hiring is highly specialized, FMG and IMG physicians benefit from working with a recruiter who understands which employers can sponsor, which locations qualify for waiver programs, and how timelines, documentation, and licensing requirements typically unfold. Our experience helps physicians focus on realistic opportunities while avoiding unnecessary delays.

Contact Us About Visa Supported Physician Jobs

We welcome inquiries from physicians seeking J1 waiver positions through the Conrad 30 program, cap-exempt H1b employment, or other visa supported physician opportunities. Contact us to learn about visa supported physician jobs for foreign medical graduates and international medical graduates. Our recruitment and placement services are free to the job seeker because we are paid by the employer.

We represent a wide range of physician opportunities at any given time, including visa waiver positions across New England. We can also identify additional opportunities for physicians seeking a specific region or specialty, depending on current client needs and sponsorship availability.

The specialties below link to dedicated pages with additional information about current physician opportunities and specialty-specific recruiting support.

Acadia Physician Recruiters represents opportunities in the following medical specialties:

Please contact us to connect with the recruiter who handles your medical specialty. At Acadia Physician Recruiters, you will work with an experienced professional who understands how to match FMG and IMG physicians with the right practice opportunity, including visa supported physician jobs in the USA.

You can reach us by email at Admin@AcadiaPR.com or by phone at 207-891-9003.

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