Category Archives: J-1 Waiver Positions

Is It Too Late To Find A J-1 Waiver Position?

At The Doctor Job, we always suggest that a resident begins looking for a physician job about 9-12 months before they are scheduled to graduate. This is especially true for doctors that will be searching for J-1 Waiver opportunities, and … Continue reading

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4 Signs Your Physician Job Search Isn’t Working

The beginning of a physician job search is usually filled with promise and high expectations. Doctors, whether soon to be graduated residents or physicians who have practiced for years, imagine that they will simply choose the location and desired hours … Continue reading

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The Doctor Job Q & A: When Should I Start Looking For A Physician Job?

Dear The Doctor Job, I am currently a PGY-3 in internal medicine. How soon should I start looking for a job? My schedule is so busy with my rotations, I don’t think I would have time to look for a … Continue reading

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Resume advice for visa holders

If you are a job-seeking physician with a J-1 or H-1B Visa, it is essential that your resume be as polished as possible. Many foreign physicians wrongly assume that if they are not finding work it is because of their … Continue reading

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