Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs at Sutter Health with Visa Sponsorship
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant jobs at Sutter Health span its Northern California network, from primary care clinics to specialty and hospital settings. The organization has a track record of sponsoring work visas for advanced practice clinicians, making it a realistic target for internationally trained NPs and PAs.
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Opportunity Information
Sutter Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our high-performing Electrophysiology and Cardiology team in Folsom, California. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a nationally recognized cardiac program that delivers outstanding patient outcomes and fosters a culture of clinical excellence and staff engagement.
Program Highlights
As a member of our team, you’ll contribute to and benefit from a program distinguished by:
- Joint Commission Certifications:
+ Comprehensive Cardiac Center
+ Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
- Adult Congenital Heart Association Accreditation
- Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Gold Award
- U.S. News & World Report Rankings:
+ #13 Cardiac Program in California
+ High Performing in:
- Heart Attack
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Aortic Valve Surgery
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Heart Failure
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- American Heart Association Gold Awards:
+ STEMI (ST segment Myocardial Infarction)
+ Heart Failure
+ Coronary Artery Disease
- IAC Certified Echocardiography Lab:
+ Adult and Pediatric Echo
- 3-Star Rating for TAVR:
+ Society of Thoracic Surgeons & American College of Cardiology Transcatheter Valve Therapies (highest achievable rating)
- System Reach:
+ Part of a robust network with 10 cardiology clinic sites and 5 hospitals across the Greater Sacramento region
Role Overview
You will work alongside a collaborative team of cardiologists and electrophysiologists, providing:
- Routine follow-ups and pre-op clearances
- Device management (pacemakers, defibrillators)
- EKG interpretation
- Heart failure care
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in Cardiology, experience in IM & FM ideal as well
- Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience required
- Must be able to work independently
- Must be comfortable to float between several clinics that may include Sacramento, Elk Grove, Davis, Roseville, Auburn or Jackson
- Hospital experience preferred
- Providing hospital and routine follow ups, pre-op clearances
Join Us and Enjoy
- Generous compensation with bonus potential
- Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
- Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
- Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match
- Relocation assistance of up to $20,000 for qualified applicants
- CME allowance
- Robust retirement program
- EPIC EMR with AI assistance, including Abridge
- A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle
Organization Details
Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is a vibrant and talented community committed to delivering safe, affordable and high-quality care. Our multi-specialty medical group is comprised of over 1,600 clinicians practicing in seven counties in northern California, most within a 50-mile radius of Sacramento. SMG contains primary care and specialty Physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians -- nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, licensed clinical social workers and licensed marriage and family therapists, who make up about 20% of our group. Our clinicians not only excel in clinical practice but are also actively engaged in teaching, research, leadership, community outreach, and volunteer work. SMG has earned both local and national recognition for excellence in patient care and experience.
Community Information
Sacramento is more than California’s capital—it’s a city that blends urban sophistication with natural beauty and a strong sense of community. Known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital”, Sacramento boasts a thriving culinary scene, abundant farmers markets, and food festivals that celebrate fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the city’s proximity to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and San Francisco, all within a short drive. Whether you're into skiing, hiking, wine tasting, or coastal escapes, Sacramento offers easy access to it all. The city also has a vibrant arts and culture scene, with galleries, theaters, and live music venues, plus a passionate sports culture—home to the Sacramento Kings and soon the Oakland A’s, bringing major league excitement to town. With its affordable cost of living, diverse neighborhoods, and excellent schools, Sacramento is a welcoming place to grow your career and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.
Equal Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.
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Obtain NCCPA or AANP Certification First
Sutter Health expects board certification before extending an offer to PAs or NPs. Get your NCCPA or AANP credentials verified and your California state license in hand before applying, since licensing delays directly stall any visa petition.
Target Sutter's Underserved Regional Facilities
Sutter operates clinics in less competitive Northern California markets alongside its urban hospitals. Facilities with chronic NP and PA shortages are more likely to commit to H-1B sponsorship because filling the role matters more than avoiding the administrative overhead.
Ask Directly About Sponsorship During Screening
Raise visa sponsorship in the first recruiter call, not after an offer arrives. Sutter's HR teams handle sponsorship centrally, so confirming their process early tells you whether the specific role and department have approved sponsorship before you invest time in interviews.
Understand the DOL Prevailing Wage Requirement
Before your H-1B petition is filed, DOL must certify that Sutter's offered salary meets the prevailing wage for your specialty and location. Request that the offered compensation reflects the correct DOL wage level for your NP or PA specialty to avoid a wage-based denial.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Sutter Health NP and PA Openings
Sutter posts roles across multiple systems and service lines, making it hard to track sponsorship-eligible positions manually. Use Migrate Mate to filter Sutter Health's current NP and PA openings by visa sponsorship type so you only spend time on roles where sponsorship is confirmed.
Plan Around the H-1B Cap and Cap-Exempt Status
Sutter Health includes both cap-subject and potentially cap-exempt entities depending on the affiliated facility. Confirm whether your specific hiring department qualifies as a nonprofit or government research entity, since cap-exempt filing means no lottery wait and year-round petition submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sutter Health sponsor H-1B visas for Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistants?
Yes, Sutter Health has sponsored H-1B visas for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. Sponsorship decisions are made at the department and facility level, so availability varies by role and location within their Northern California network. Confirming sponsorship directly with the recruiter during your initial conversation is the most reliable way to verify eligibility for a specific opening.
How do I apply for Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant jobs at Sutter Health?
Applications go through Sutter Health's careers portal, where roles are listed by facility and specialty. You can also browse current NP and PA openings at Sutter Health filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate, which saves time by surfacing only the positions where sponsorship has been confirmed. Having your California license and board certification ready before applying speeds up the process significantly.
Which visa types does Sutter Health use to sponsor Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants?
Sutter Health primarily sponsors NPs and PAs through the H-1B visa, which covers specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. For longer-term employment, Sutter has also pursued EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for clinical staff. The pathway used typically depends on the candidate's qualifications, the role's classification, and how long the position is expected to last.
What qualifications does Sutter Health expect for NP and PA roles?
Sutter Health generally requires a Master of Science in Nursing or a Master of Physician Assistant Studies, current board certification through AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA, and an active California state license. Specialty experience, particularly in primary care, urgent care, or a hospital-based specialty, significantly strengthens your candidacy. Some roles also require DEA registration or specific EMR experience, particularly with Epic.
How long does the H-1B sponsorship process take if Sutter Health makes me an offer?
From offer to H-1B approval typically takes three to six months with standard USCIS processing, assuming no requests for evidence. If you need to start quickly, ask whether Sutter will pay for premium processing, which reduces USCIS adjudication to 15 business days. H-1B petitions for cap-subject roles can only be filed once per year, so timing your offer relative to the April filing window is important.