Physician Assistant Jobs at PeaceHealth with Visa Sponsorship
PeaceHealth hires Physician Assistants across its hospitals and clinics throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond, sponsoring a range of work visas for qualified candidates. If you're an international PA targeting a mission-driven health system, PeaceHealth has an established path for sponsored hires.
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PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced General Surgery PA in Bellingham, WA!
Practice Highlights
- Opportunity to partner with our highly skilled general surgeons, with future cross-coverage in trauma possible (if interested)
- See up to 16 patients per day in clinic; 30-minute appointments
- First surgical assist + potential to do minor procedures
- Friendly, supportive, and patient-centered environment
- No call
- Epic EMR
Compensation & Benefits
- Guaranteed first-year income: $147,950 - $185,660 (depending on years of experience)
- Employment Bonus + Relo
- Education Loan Reimbursement program (if applicable and eligible)
- Robust well-being & work/life balance resources
- CME: up to $3,300 per calendar year for CME and/or professional dues/fees (based on 1.0 FTE; prorated for lower FTE)
- Comprehensive Benefit package including Medical /Dental / Vision / Retirement/ Disability / Life
If this opportunity resonates with you, please reach out to Holly Giesbrecht, Physician & Clinician Recruiter:
About Bellingham
Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham!
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth's Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group. PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.
Job Description
PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced General Surgery PA in Bellingham, WA!
Practice Highlights
- Opportunity to partner with our highly skilled general surgeons, with future cross-coverage in trauma possible (if interested)
- See up to 16 patients per day in clinic; 30-minute appointments
- First surgical assist + potential to do minor procedures
- Friendly, supportive, and patient-centered environment
- No call
- Epic EMR
Compensation & Benefits
- Guaranteed first-year income: $147,950 - $185,660 (depending on years of experience)
- Employment Bonus + Relo
- Education Loan Reimbursement program (if applicable and eligible)
- Robust well-being & work/life balance resources
- CME: up to $3,300 per calendar year for CME and/or professional dues/fees (based on 1.0 FTE; prorated for lower FTE)
- Comprehensive Benefit package including Medical /Dental / Vision / Retirement/ Disability / Life
If this opportunity resonates with you, please reach out to Holly Giesbrecht, Physician & Clinician Recruiter:
About Bellingham
Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham!
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth's Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group. PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.
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Verify Your NCCPA Certification Before Applying
PeaceHealth requires active NCCPA certification for all PA roles. Get this confirmed before you submit applications, because an incomplete certification record will stall any visa sponsorship conversation before it starts.
Target Rural and Underserved PeaceHealth Locations
PeaceHealth operates facilities in smaller Pacific Northwest communities where PA shortages are real. These sites are more likely to sponsor international candidates because domestic hiring pools are thinner in rural settings.
Understand How TN Applies to PA Roles
Canadian and Mexican PAs can pursue TN status, but Physician Assistant is not a listed TN profession. Confirm with PeaceHealth's HR team whether they support TN petitions for your specific role before treating it as an option.
Ask Recruiters About Their LCA Filing Timeline
PeaceHealth must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your H-1B petition reaches USCIS. Ask the recruiter early how long their internal LCA process takes so your start date planning reflects the actual timeline.
Search PeaceHealth PA Openings Through Migrate Mate
Filtering for sponsored PA roles across a large health system is time-consuming. Use Migrate Mate to surface PeaceHealth Physician Assistant openings confirmed for visa sponsorship, so you're only applying where sponsorship is already on the table.
Prepare State Licensure Documentation for Every PeaceHealth State
PeaceHealth spans Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Each state has its own PA licensure requirements. Have your primary-source verification and license transfer documents ready before an offer arrives to avoid delays in the sponsorship filing process.
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Find Physician Assistant at PeaceHealth JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does PeaceHealth sponsor H-1B visas for Physician Assistants?
Yes, PeaceHealth sponsors H-1B visas for Physician Assistant roles. As a large nonprofit health system, PeaceHealth qualifies as an H-1B employer and has sponsored international clinical hires across its facilities. The sponsorship process requires PeaceHealth to file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL and then submit an H-1B petition to USCIS on your behalf, so the timeline depends on their internal HR process and USCIS workload.
How do I apply for Physician Assistant jobs at PeaceHealth?
Applications go through PeaceHealth's careers portal, where PA openings are listed by location and department. When applying, be direct about your visa sponsorship needs in any screening conversations. Migrate Mate also aggregates PeaceHealth PA roles filtered for sponsorship eligibility, which saves time if you want to confirm sponsorship is available before applying through the official portal.
Which visa types does PeaceHealth use for Physician Assistant sponsorships?
PeaceHealth has sponsored Physician Assistants on H-1B visas for specialty occupation roles and supported Green Card pathways through EB-2 and EB-3 classifications, which typically require PERM labor certification filed with the DOL. F-1 OPT and CPT are options for recent PA graduates with work authorization already in place. J-1 waivers are also available in some cases, particularly for PAs willing to commit to underserved service areas within PeaceHealth's network.
What qualifications does PeaceHealth expect for sponsored Physician Assistant roles?
PeaceHealth expects active NCCPA certification, a master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program, and state licensure in the relevant practice state. For sponsored candidates, relevant clinical experience in a specialty that matches the open position strengthens your profile significantly. Roles in primary care, urgent care, and surgical specialties appear frequently across PeaceHealth facilities, so clinical background aligned to those areas improves your candidacy.
How long does the H-1B sponsorship process take at a health system like PeaceHealth?
From offer acceptance to an approved H-1B, plan for roughly three to six months under standard USCIS processing, assuming no delays at the DOL LCA stage. USCIS premium processing can reduce the petition adjudication window to roughly 15 business days. PeaceHealth's internal HR process, including LCA filing and document collection, typically adds several weeks before the petition is submitted.
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