E-3 Visa Advanced Practice Provider Jobs
Advanced Practice Provider roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a master's-level clinical degree and falls under specialty occupation criteria. Australian NPs, CRNAs, and PAs can renew the E-3 indefinitely, with no lottery and no annual cap eating into your timeline.
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INTRODUCTION
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Advanced Practice Provider supports the Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology service line in the Department of General Oncology and plays a critical role in delivering high-quality ambulatory oncology care across multiple clinic locations. The Advanced Practice Provider works closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient management, clinical support, and continuity of care for patients with thoracic and head and neck malignancies.
Within the Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology service line, the Advanced Practice Provider performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic activities independently and in a co-managed setting with the physician. The Advanced Practice Provider contributes to patient outcomes throughout the care continuum through direct patient care, clinical research support, multidisciplinary coordination, and ambulatory treatment management.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum two years of experience in general oncology, preferably in the area of Thoracic and/or Head & Neck Medical Oncology.
SALARY
- Salary: Min $117,500.00 - Mid $146,500 - Max $176,500.00
The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM. Onsite: Two days at The Woodlands location and One day at Texas Medical Center location. Remote: Two days per week.
LOCATION
Work Location: The Woodlands and Texas Medical Center, Houston, Texas
WHY US?
At UT MD Anderson, this role offers the opportunity to help build and support a growing Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology practice while directly impacting patient outcomes through advanced oncology care, clinical research, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The position provides professional growth through close partnership with physician leadership, participation in innovative cancer treatment programs, and exposure to both community-based and academic practice environments while maintaining a consistent weekday schedule.
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Responsibilities
Clinical Patient Care
- Conduct preliminary assessments of new and follow-up clinic patients
- Document clinic progress notes, primary medical evaluations, and consultation notes
- Write outpatient orders including chemotherapy, IV fluids, transfusions, and growth factors
- Assist with prescriptions, chemotherapy orders, imaging requests, and scheduling activities
- Evaluate clinic drop-in patients
- Screen patient telephone calls and escalate concerns when appropriate
- Manage patients in the ambulatory treatment center
- Assume responsibility for scheduled and drop-in patients during physician absences
- Attend patient care meetings and collaborate with assigned physicians
- Travel between The Woodlands and Texas Medical Center locations to support clinic operations
Clinical Research & Protocol Support
- Screen patients for clinical trial eligibility
- Obtain charts and imaging studies for clinical trial review and analysis
- Assist with preparation of chemotherapy orders for clinical trials
- Support administrative and patient care activities related to research protocols
- Identify patients who may benefit from protocol enrollment
- Explain protocol treatment options and treatment plans to patients
- Perform physical examinations and assessments related to protocol participation
- Present patient histories and examination findings to attending physicians
Records Management & Administrative Functions
- File, sort, distribute, and copy patient and departmental documentation
- Maintain confidential and technical information appropriately
- Prepare reports and presentation materials
- Dictate correspondence to referring physicians
- Retrieve patient charts from Medical Records
- Coordinate clinic paperwork and operational activities
- Organize and communicate information in a clear and effective manner
Multidisciplinary Coordination & Tumor Board Activities
- Coordinate services across departments to support patient care initiatives and projects
- Compile case study information discussed during tumor board conferences
- Review patient charts to verify consults and imaging orders align with conference recommendations
- Ensure multidisciplinary conference recommendations are documented within 48 hours in EPIC's problem list
- Communicate with fellows regarding missing information and incomplete referral orders
- Provide tumor board coverage when the multidisciplinary conference manager is unavailable
- Support departmental goals through proactive decision-making and collaboration
Education
Required: Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Experience
Preferred: At least 2 years of experience in Advanced Practice Provider role.
Prior General Medical Oncology or Thoracic Head & Medical Oncology experience.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
Required:
- Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant. Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
MAY BE REQUIRED: Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
Preferred:
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 183715
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 117,500
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500
- Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 176,500
- FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Advanced Practice Provider
Verify your credential equivalency before applying
Australian master's-level NP qualifications generally satisfy U.S. specialty occupation requirements, but USCIS assesses the specific degree field against the job duties. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before your first employer conversation.
Target health systems with existing E-3 infrastructure
Hospital networks that already employ Australian clinicians on E-3 visas have legal teams familiar with the LCA and DS-160 process. Search DOL's FLAG portal for certified LCAs listing your target job title to identify which employers have sponsored before.
Confirm state licensure before the offer stage
E-3 approval depends partly on demonstrating you can legally practice in the destination state. Secure your NCLEX endorsement or state NP licensure early, because delays here can push back your consulate appointment by weeks.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and paperwork
The LCA must be DOL-certified before your visa interview, and errors in the prevailing wage selection are a common rejection trigger. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, reducing the compliance burden on both you and your employer.
Address dual-intent directly during salary negotiations
Unlike H-1B visa, the E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa with no statutory dual intent protection. If you have long-term residency goals, align your employer on realistic timelines and separate any green card conversation from the initial E-3 filing to avoid complications at the consulate.
Prepare your collaborative agreement documentation early
Many U.S. states require NPs to submit a collaborative practice agreement as part of licensure. Consular officers may request evidence that your employment arrangement satisfies state law, so have the signed agreement in your visa packet before your interview date.
E-3 Visa Advanced Practice Provider: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Advanced Practice Provider jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters roles by E-3 sponsorship eligibility and surfaces employers with a track record of sponsoring Australian clinical professionals. Generic job boards don't filter by visa type or nationality, so you'll waste significant time screening out positions that won't support an E-3.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Advanced Practice Provider role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. Nurse practitioners, CRNAs, and physician assistants typically qualify because the roles require at minimum a master's degree in a specific clinical field. The key is that your job offer must list the degree requirement explicitly. Roles listed as requiring any bachelor's degree, regardless of field, are vulnerable to a specialty occupation challenge.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Advanced Practice Providers?
The E-3 has a significant practical advantage: there is no lottery. H-1B has an annual cap of 85,000 slots selected by random draw, meaning qualified candidates are routinely excluded. E-3 allocates up to 10,500 visas annually for Australians and has never come close to reaching that cap, so you can apply in any month and start work as soon as the visa is issued.
Can I change employers after arriving in the U.S. on an E-3?
Yes, but the process resets with each new employer. Your E-3 status is tied to the specific employer named on the LCA and visa. When you change jobs, the new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp at a consulate or a change of status filing with USCIS. Plan for a two-to-four week processing window at minimum.