SOC code 29-1069
There have been 1 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Ophthalmologists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 0% certified. The median annualized wage is $62,154. The top sponsor is The University Of Alabama At Birmingham, with most positions based in AL.
All sponsoring employers
1 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Ophthalmologists. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University Of Alabama At Birmingham | 1 | 0.0% | $62,154 | AL | Birmingham |
Top states
Where Ophthalmologists E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 1 (100%) | $62,154 |
Top cities
Cities where Ophthalmologists E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | AL | 1 | $62,154 |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Instructor/Fellow | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Ophthalmologists. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2021 | 1 | 0.0% | $62,154 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Ophthalmologists have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 1 Labor Condition Application filings for Ophthalmologists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 0% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Ophthalmologists on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Ophthalmologists on the E-3 visa is $62,154, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Ophthalmologists on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Ophthalmologists are: The University Of Alabama At Birmingham (1 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa ophthalmologists based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Ophthalmologists are based in: AL (1 filings).
Can Australians work as ophthalmologists on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Ophthalmologists is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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