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Requisition Number: 269231
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HEALTH INTEGRATED PRACTIC
Date: Apr 23, 2026
As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.
Duke Advanced Practice Highlights:
- The nation’s first Physician Assistant Program was created at Duke in 1965 and is consistently ranked No. 1 in the country.
- The Duke School of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the top nursing schools and their MSN and DNP programs offers eight advanced practice registered nurse majors and specialty certifications, as well as post master’s certificates and certification alignment programs.
- Commitment to ongoing learning for APPs through annual CME funding and access to high-quality Duke CME offerings including APP Grand Rounds and a professional advancement program. APPs are leaders in multiple arenas within Duke.
- Duke offers APPs opportunities to practice within team based integrative care in a tremendous variety of specialties. APPs are expected to work to top of scope in order to contribute to Duke’s missions which include clinical practice, education, and research.
- Practice locations can include Duke Health’s three hospitals or over 140 primary care and specialty care clinics throughout North Carolina.
Job Location
Duke Neurology Clinic 1L, 40 Duke Medicine Circle, Durham, NC
Duke Neurology Clinic, 932 Morreene Road, Durham, NC
Job Summary
We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in our General Neurology Clinics located in Durham, NC to work in collaboration with attending physicians and APPs, collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, and provide direct patient care services. Primary hours will be Monday through Friday, day shift, with hours flexible to meet the needs of the patients. Cross coverage of Inbasket for providers in the Duke Campus General Neurology group may be needed for illness or vacation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
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Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physician in diagnosing neurological problems and prescribing necessary treatment and services for quality patient care; record the normal and abnormal data for review by the physician and/or care of the patient.
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Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and record the date in the patient's record; write progress notes; prepare patient workups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings; obtain psychosocial history relevant to patient care, and assume responsibility for developing therapeutic relationships with patients.
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Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; explain necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
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Practice will be limited to general neurology. Patient population will include 8 clinic sessions of general neurology with a mix of new and return patients as determined by supervising neurologists. Additionally, there is an opportunity based on applicant interest for 1-2 clinic sessions/week for procedures (botulinum toxin injections, occipital nerve block, lumbar puncture). Total clinic sessions 8 per week including general neurology and procedures.
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Participation in clinical research or teaching opportunities are available based on discussion with supervising neurologists.
Job Eligibility Requirements
Education
- Nurse Practitioners: Work requires completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, with a Master's degree in Nursing.
- Physician Assistants: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. A Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
Certification
- BLS required.
License
- Nurse Practitioners: Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. National certification as a NP required prior to or within 6 months of employment.
- Physician Assistants: Must be licensed in the state of NC, and be certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Experience
1+ years of APP experience strongly preferred. Experience providing neurological care is preferred.
Job Hours
Monday-Friday, day shift, with flexibility to meet clinic needs
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
Work Arrangement: Regular
Requisition Number: 269231
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HEALTH INTEGRATED PRACTIC
Date: Apr 23, 2026
As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.
Duke Advanced Practice Highlights:
- The nation’s first Physician Assistant Program was created at Duke in 1965 and is consistently ranked No. 1 in the country.
- The Duke School of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the top nursing schools and their MSN and DNP programs offers eight advanced practice registered nurse majors and specialty certifications, as well as post master’s certificates and certification alignment programs.
- Commitment to ongoing learning for APPs through annual CME funding and access to high-quality Duke CME offerings including APP Grand Rounds and a professional advancement program. APPs are leaders in multiple arenas within Duke.
- Duke offers APPs opportunities to practice within team based integrative care in a tremendous variety of specialties. APPs are expected to work to top of scope in order to contribute to Duke’s missions which include clinical practice, education, and research.
- Practice locations can include Duke Health’s three hospitals or over 140 primary care and specialty care clinics throughout North Carolina.
Job Location
Duke Neurology Clinic 1L, 40 Duke Medicine Circle, Durham, NC
Duke Neurology Clinic, 932 Morreene Road, Durham, NC
Job Summary
We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in our General Neurology Clinics located in Durham, NC to work in collaboration with attending physicians and APPs, collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, and provide direct patient care services. Primary hours will be Monday through Friday, day shift, with hours flexible to meet the needs of the patients. Cross coverage of Inbasket for providers in the Duke Campus General Neurology group may be needed for illness or vacation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
-
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physician in diagnosing neurological problems and prescribing necessary treatment and services for quality patient care; record the normal and abnormal data for review by the physician and/or care of the patient.
-
Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and record the date in the patient's record; write progress notes; prepare patient workups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings; obtain psychosocial history relevant to patient care, and assume responsibility for developing therapeutic relationships with patients.
-
Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; explain necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
-
Practice will be limited to general neurology. Patient population will include 8 clinic sessions of general neurology with a mix of new and return patients as determined by supervising neurologists. Additionally, there is an opportunity based on applicant interest for 1-2 clinic sessions/week for procedures (botulinum toxin injections, occipital nerve block, lumbar puncture). Total clinic sessions 8 per week including general neurology and procedures.
-
Participation in clinical research or teaching opportunities are available based on discussion with supervising neurologists.
Job Eligibility Requirements
Education
- Nurse Practitioners: Work requires completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, with a Master's degree in Nursing.
- Physician Assistants: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. A Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
Certification
- BLS required.
License
- Nurse Practitioners: Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. National certification as a NP required prior to or within 6 months of employment.
- Physician Assistants: Must be licensed in the state of NC, and be certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Experience
1+ years of APP experience strongly preferred. Experience providing neurological care is preferred.
Job Hours
Monday-Friday, day shift, with flexibility to meet clinic needs
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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Verify your NCCPA certification before applying
Duke requires current NCCPA certification for all PA hires. If you trained internationally, confirm your credentials are recognized before submitting applications. Incomplete certification documentation is one of the most common reasons PA offers get delayed.
Target Duke Health's specialty departments directly
Duke's highest PA hiring volume tends to cluster in surgical specialties, oncology, and cardiology. Search Duke's careers portal by department rather than job title alone to surface openings that match your clinical background and strengthen your sponsorship case.
Ask about E-3 eligibility during offer discussions
Australian citizens should raise E-3 sponsorship early in the offer stage. E-3 has no lottery and processes faster than H-1B, so Duke can often get you started sooner. Confirm whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation under the standard USCIS definition.
Understand the H-1B cap timing for healthcare roles
If H-1B is your path, registrations open in March for an October start. Duke's academic medical center setting may qualify for cap-exempt filing, which bypasses the lottery entirely. Ask HR directly whether the specific unit you're joining qualifies.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsored PA openings at Duke
Filtering by employer and role type saves significant time when targeting a specific institution. Migrate Mate lets you browse Physician Assistant jobs at Duke University with visa sponsorship confirmed, so you're not applying blind and chasing sponsorship conversations after the fact.
Prepare a complete licensure packet before the PERM stage
If your role requires PERM labor certification under an EB-2 or EB-3 pathway, Duke's legal team will need your state PA license, degree transcripts, and employment verification documents. Gather these early because DOL timelines extend significantly when documentation is incomplete.
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Find Physician Assistant at Duke University JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Duke University sponsor H-1B visas for Physician Assistants?
Yes, Duke University sponsors H-1B visas for Physician Assistant roles. PA positions typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS requirements because the role demands a graduate-level PA education and national certification. Duke's academic medical center status may also allow cap-exempt H-1B filings in some units, which bypasses the annual lottery entirely.
Which visa types does Duke University commonly use for Physician Assistant roles?
Duke sponsors H-1B visas most commonly for PA roles, with E-3 available for Australian citizens as a faster, lottery-free alternative. For longer-term pathways, Duke supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for qualifying PA employees. The right visa type depends on your nationality, clinical specialty, and the specific department you're joining.
How do I apply for Physician Assistant jobs at Duke University?
Applications go through Duke's official careers portal at careers.duke.edu. Search for Physician Assistant or PA roles filtered by Duke University Health System. You can also use Migrate Mate to browse current sponsored PA openings at Duke before applying directly. Tailor your application to the specialty department, as hiring managers in surgical or oncology units look for relevant clinical experience.
What qualifications does Duke University expect for Physician Assistant candidates?
Duke expects candidates to hold a master's-level PA degree from an ARC-PA accredited program and active NCCPA certification. State licensure in North Carolina is required before your start date. Most specialty department roles also expect prior clinical experience in the relevant area, such as surgical first-assist experience for operative PA positions.
How do I plan my timeline if I need visa sponsorship for a Duke PA role?
Start the conversation about sponsorship during the offer stage, not after. If H-1B is your path and the role is cap-subject, you'll need to register in March for an October start, which can mean a gap of several months. E-3 and cap-exempt H-1B routes move considerably faster. PERM-based Green Card filings typically take one to two years beyond your start date, depending on DOL processing.
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