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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Henry Ford Hospital
Status: Full-Time | Rotating
Schedule: 3 Days/Week
Setting: 100% Inpatient | Adult Patients
Call/Weekends: Rotating Weekends/Holidays. No call.
Position Overview:
Henry Ford Health System is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the CVICU/Cardiac Surgery Advanced Practice Provider team at Henry Ford Main Hospital. This role involves advanced ICU-level assessment and management of complex cardiac surgery patients, including those supported with mechanical circulatory support (MCS), as well as performance of select invasive procedures. Responsibilities also include inpatient history and physicals, consultations, and pre/post-operative evaluation of patients undergoing cardiac interventions in collaboration with the cardiac surgery and critical care teams. Candidates must be board certified with an active Michigan APP license and have a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, including at least 1 year in an ICU setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat work-related injuries and illnesses
- Manage bloodborne pathogen exposures and vaccination programs
- Perform medical surveillance and respirator fit testing
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, MIOSHA, and CDC guidelines
Why Henry Ford Health
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Supportive, collaborative systemwide team
- Meaningful impact on employee health and safety
Employment contingent upon credentialing and completion of Employee Health screening per HFHS policy.
Qualifications
- NP or PA graduate from an accredited program
- Current Michigan licensure
- BLS required
- Min. 3 years of APP experience, with at least 1 year ICU experience.
- CSU-ALS certification, ECMO certification
Education & Training
- Nurse Practitioner (NP): Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
- Physician Assistant (PA): Completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
Licensure
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan, or in the process of applying (proof of application required)
Certification
- NP: National certification by a certification body recognized by the State of Michigan (e.g., ANCC, AANP)
- PA: Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Required Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required (may be obtained after hire)
DEA / Controlled Substance Licensure
- PA: DEA and Michigan Controlled Substance License (CSL) required through credentialing
- NP: DEA registration required through credentialing; NPs do not hold a Michigan CSL and will use their Michigan license number during the application process
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Location: Henry Ford Hospital
Status: Full-Time | Rotating
Schedule: 3 Days/Week
Setting: 100% Inpatient | Adult Patients
Call/Weekends: Rotating Weekends/Holidays. No call.
Position Overview:
Henry Ford Health System is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the CVICU/Cardiac Surgery Advanced Practice Provider team at Henry Ford Main Hospital. This role involves advanced ICU-level assessment and management of complex cardiac surgery patients, including those supported with mechanical circulatory support (MCS), as well as performance of select invasive procedures. Responsibilities also include inpatient history and physicals, consultations, and pre/post-operative evaluation of patients undergoing cardiac interventions in collaboration with the cardiac surgery and critical care teams. Candidates must be board certified with an active Michigan APP license and have a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, including at least 1 year in an ICU setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat work-related injuries and illnesses
- Manage bloodborne pathogen exposures and vaccination programs
- Perform medical surveillance and respirator fit testing
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, MIOSHA, and CDC guidelines
Why Henry Ford Health
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Supportive, collaborative systemwide team
- Meaningful impact on employee health and safety
Employment contingent upon credentialing and completion of Employee Health screening per HFHS policy.
Qualifications
- NP or PA graduate from an accredited program
- Current Michigan licensure
- BLS required
- Min. 3 years of APP experience, with at least 1 year ICU experience.
- CSU-ALS certification, ECMO certification
Education & Training
- Nurse Practitioner (NP): Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
- Physician Assistant (PA): Completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
Licensure
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan, or in the process of applying (proof of application required)
Certification
- NP: National certification by a certification body recognized by the State of Michigan (e.g., ANCC, AANP)
- PA: Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Required Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required (may be obtained after hire)
DEA / Controlled Substance Licensure
- PA: DEA and Michigan Controlled Substance License (CSL) required through credentialing
- NP: DEA registration required through credentialing; NPs do not hold a Michigan CSL and will use their Michigan license number during the application process
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Physician Assistant
Verify your NCCPA certification transfers cleanly
Australian PA qualifications aren't automatically recognised. You'll need a credential evaluation confirming your degree and clinical hours meet U.S. PA program equivalency before any employer can confidently proceed with your E-3 sponsorship.
Target hospital systems with existing E-3 history
Large hospital networks and academic medical centres file E-3 petitions more routinely than small private practices. Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway for certified LCAs under 'Physician Assistant' to identify employers already familiar with the process.
Address state licensure timing in your offer negotiation
Most states require you to hold a valid PA license before you can start work, but licensing can take 60 to 90 days after passing PANCE. Negotiate a start date that accounts for this gap so your employer's LCA filing timeline stays realistic.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and paperwork
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle LCA certification with DOL and prepare your consulate package. This prevents common errors in the prevailing wage determination that delay or invalidate PA sponsorship applications.
Clarify supervising physician arrangements before filing
The E-3 LCA must reflect your actual employment structure. If your role involves multiple supervising physicians or a split between clinical settings, your employer needs to document this accurately or USCIS may issue a request for evidence on specialty occupation.
Prepare your nonimmigrant intent response for the consulate
E-3 visas require demonstrating nonimmigrant intent at your Australian consulate interview. Have a clear account of your U.S. employment plan and your ties to Australia, since consular officers routinely probe this for PA applicants on employer-sponsored visas.
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Find Physician Assistant JobsPhysician Assistant E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Physician Assistant jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces PA roles from U.S. employers who have a history of E-3 and related visa filings, so you're not cold-applying to practices that have never sponsored before. Filtering by role and location shows you which health systems are actively open to Australian PA candidates.
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 a Physician Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. PA roles meet the E-3 specialty occupation standard because they normally require at least a master's degree in a specific field, physician assistant studies. USCIS consistently recognises PA positions as qualifying. Your employer will document this in the LCA filing, citing the educational requirement as a condition of the role.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Physician Assistant roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, but it has no annual cap and no lottery. H-1B has an 85,000-slot annual cap and a randomised selection process, meaning qualified PA applicants can wait years or never get selected. With the E-3, your application is filed directly once you have a job offer and a certified LCA, with no lottery risk.
Can I change PA employers after starting on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you can't port your E-3 the way some other visas allow. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to obtain a new E-3 visa stamp at an Australian consulate before re-entering on the new sponsorship. Plan for a gap between roles or time the transition around an international trip.
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