Physician - Rheumatology - Now hiring Rheumatologist
Quick facts
- Pay
- $278,000 - $315,000
- Type
- Full-time
- Location
- Lewiston, Maine
- Background
- MD / physician
- Industry
- Health and Care — 3174 open jobs
- Visa in listing
- H-1B
- Apply
- Free to apply — never pay anyone for a job offer or visa sponsorship
Job description
Rheumatologist Position Available in Maine
Start Date: Immediate
Compensation: $278,000 - $315,000
Our organization is expanding and is on the lookout for a Board Certified or Board Eligible Rheumatologist to become part of a well-established outpatient practice in Maine. This is a fantastic chance to join a thriving practice with an existing patient base, a solid referral network, and a high demand for rheumatology services within the community. The new physician will benefit from a supportive practice environment, robust clinical assistance, attractive earning potential, and a commendable work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
- Focus exclusively on outpatient rheumatology.
- Step into a practice with immediate patient volume and a strong referral system.
- No routine practice call, overnight shifts, or weekend duties.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Working Conditions
- Enjoy 35 days of paid time off (PTO).
- Receive a sign-on bonus of $25,000.
- H-1B and J-1 visa sponsorship options available.
Community Overview
Discover the charm of New England living in a friendly Maine community that offers an outstanding quality of life along with easy access to outdoor activities throughout the year. This location perfectly blends professional opportunities with natural beauty and a laid-back lifestyle, making it an ideal choice for physicians seeking both career satisfaction and personal well-being.
Local Attractions
- Four-season outdoor activities including skiing, hiking, boating, fishing, and exploring lakes and mountains.
- A vibrant arts scene featuring an annual film festival, a symphony orchestra, various art museums, and local theater groups.
- Beautiful parks such as Kennedy Park and Veterans Memorial Park for outdoor recreation.
Join us in our mission to enhance healthcare delivery and make it more human, effective, and accessible. We are dedicated to being a trusted and innovative partner in addressing the challenges faced by healthcare organizations today.
Visa sponsorship record: AMN Healthcare, Inc.
Sponsors occasionally| Fiscal year | H-1B LCAs | USCIS approvals | USCIS denials | PERM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | 1 | — | — | — |
| FY2024 | 3 | 3 | 0 | — |
This exact kind of role (Physicians, All Other) isn't among the roles AMN Healthcare, Inc. sponsored most often.
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Which visas can work for this job
Occupation: Physicians, All Other (SOC 29-1229) — estimated from the job title.
- Mentioned in the listing
H-1B
- H-1B cap-exempt employer
Regular cap-subject employer — a new H-1B needs to win the lottery in March (unless you already hold cap-counted H-1B status).
- TN (citizens of Canada and Mexico)
This kind of role may fit the USMCA profession “Physician (teaching or research only)” — it depends on the actual duties. No lottery, no cap; you need the matching degree or license.
- E-3 (Australia) and H-1B1 (Chile, Singapore)
Same degree requirement as H-1B, but no lottery and a separate quota that is rarely filled.
- O-1 (extraordinary ability)
For candidates with awards, publications, press, a high salary or critical roles at distinguished organizations. No cap, no lottery; the employer files a petition.
Salary vs prevailing wage
Level III (experienced)Physicians, All Other · United States (national median of areas). Annual prevailing wages set by the Department of Labor (OFLC).
| Level | Prevailing wage | H-1B lottery odds* |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | $87,172 | ~15% |
| Level II | $169,416 | ~31% |
| Level III | $249,538 | ~46% |
| Level IV | $324,906 | ~61% |
This job pays $278,000–$315,000 a year — that's Level III (experienced). In the wage-weighted H-1B lottery a Level III registration gets 3 entries; estimated selection chance about 46% — better than average.
* Odds are DHS projections for the FY2027 wage-weighted lottery (actual results vary by year and employer). Since the FY2027 cap season the H-1B lottery is weighted by wage level: Level I = 1 entry, II = 2, III = 3, IV = 4. The level is set by the offered wage against the prevailing wage for the occupation and worksite. Separately, a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions for workers outside the US was announced in 2025; as of September 2026 a federal court ruling keeps it unenforceable while appeals continue — check the current status.
Sources: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC disclosure data (H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 LCA, PERM), OFLC prevailing wage data, USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub, E-Verify participating employers. Data loaded: LCA FY2024–FY2026, PERM, USCIS Data Hub, OFLC wages; updated 2026-10-03. Employers are matched by name, so records of companies with similar names can occasionally be mixed up. This is general information, not legal advice — talk to an immigration attorney about your case.