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Oncology Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which lets U.S. employers permanently sponsor foreign physicians and oncology professionals. Academic medical centers, cancer institutes, and large health systems are the most active PERM filers in this specialty.
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We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
ABOUT THE JOB
Organization SMCS-Valley Administration
Position Overview
Join us as the Supervisor, Advanced Care Navigation & Programs of Oncology Distinction, a systemwide leadership role focused on advancing exceptional oncology care. We're seeking an experienced healthcare operations leader with a proven track record of managing clinical teams, partnering with physicians, and driving innovative care navigation programs that improve patient outcomes. Responsible for overseeing the daily operations and strategic development of clinical programs. Ensures program efficiency, quality improvement, and alignment with organizational goals. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, supervises staff, and supports outreach and education initiatives to enhance patient care and service delivery. Sutter Health, Northern California's largest health network with 29 acute care hospitals, more than 5,000 primary care physicians and specialists, home health, occupational health, psychiatric care and more provides comprehensive medical services in more than 100 Northern California communities. Our mission, vision and values lay the foundation for our day-to-day work in doctors’ offices, home health and hospice programs, hospitals, laboratories, research facilities, administrative offices and medical education services. As a unified health care network, we partner to spread innovation, improve access to health care services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- MBA, MHA, MPH Preferred
Typical Experience
- 4 years recent relevant experience.
- Cancer or advanced service line department management experience. Preferred
- Direct report leadership experience. Preferred
Skills And Knowledge
- Experience in healthcare operations, program management, or clinical services.
- Strong understanding of strategic planning and business development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with executive level leadership and physicians systemwide.
- Ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.
- Excellent conflict resolution on different levels of teams.
- Proficiency in data analysis and performance measurement.
- Familiarity with healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
- EHR workflow enhancement.
SCHEDULE
- Job Shift: Days
- Schedule: Full Time
- Days Of The Week: Monday - Friday
- Weekend Requirements: Occasionally
- Weekly Hours: 40
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range is $106,745.60 to $160,118.40 / annual salary
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
POSITION STATUS
- Exempt
- Employee Status: Regular
- Unions: No
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
INTRODUCTION
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
ABOUT THE JOB
Organization SMCS-Valley Administration
Position Overview
Join us as the Supervisor, Advanced Care Navigation & Programs of Oncology Distinction, a systemwide leadership role focused on advancing exceptional oncology care. We're seeking an experienced healthcare operations leader with a proven track record of managing clinical teams, partnering with physicians, and driving innovative care navigation programs that improve patient outcomes. Responsible for overseeing the daily operations and strategic development of clinical programs. Ensures program efficiency, quality improvement, and alignment with organizational goals. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, supervises staff, and supports outreach and education initiatives to enhance patient care and service delivery. Sutter Health, Northern California's largest health network with 29 acute care hospitals, more than 5,000 primary care physicians and specialists, home health, occupational health, psychiatric care and more provides comprehensive medical services in more than 100 Northern California communities. Our mission, vision and values lay the foundation for our day-to-day work in doctors’ offices, home health and hospice programs, hospitals, laboratories, research facilities, administrative offices and medical education services. As a unified health care network, we partner to spread innovation, improve access to health care services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- MBA, MHA, MPH Preferred
Typical Experience
- 4 years recent relevant experience.
- Cancer or advanced service line department management experience. Preferred
- Direct report leadership experience. Preferred
Skills And Knowledge
- Experience in healthcare operations, program management, or clinical services.
- Strong understanding of strategic planning and business development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with executive level leadership and physicians systemwide.
- Ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.
- Excellent conflict resolution on different levels of teams.
- Proficiency in data analysis and performance measurement.
- Familiarity with healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
- EHR workflow enhancement.
SCHEDULE
- Job Shift: Days
- Schedule: Full Time
- Days Of The Week: Monday - Friday
- Weekend Requirements: Occasionally
- Weekly Hours: 40
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range is $106,745.60 to $160,118.40 / annual salary
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
POSITION STATUS
- Exempt
- Employee Status: Regular
- Unions: No
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Oncology Specialist
Credential your oncology subspecialty before applying
Board certification in medical oncology, radiation oncology, or hematology-oncology strengthens your PERM case by narrowing the prevailing wage category. USCIS scrutinizes whether the role genuinely requires your subspecialty, so documented credentials reduce that risk.
Target NCI-designated cancer centers specifically
National Cancer Institute-designated centers and academic health systems file PERM applications far more consistently than community oncology practices. Their legal and HR teams already understand the EB-2 and EB-3 process, which shortens the sponsorship conversation with a hiring manager.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Oncology Specialist roles by employers with active green card filing history, so you spend time on leads that have already committed to PERM sponsorship rather than asking employers to start the process from scratch.
Verify your prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and the employer's location before negotiating. PERM requires the offered wage to meet or exceed that figure, and a mismatch discovered mid-filing can reset the entire application.
Confirm the employer will sponsor EB-2 not just EB-3
Some hospitals default to EB-3 sponsorship because the PERM recruitment requirements are simpler. If you hold a subspecialty fellowship and an advanced degree, ask explicitly whether the role qualifies for EB-2 filing, which can mean a shorter green card wait for certain countries of birth.
Plan your I-140 filing timeline around your visa status
PERM certification and I-140 approval can take two or more years combined. If you're on H-1B visa status, confirm your employer will file for concurrent I-140 and that your H-1B has sufficient renewals remaining to bridge the gap to adjustment of status.
Green Card Oncology Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Oncology Specialist roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Oncology Specialist positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because the role requires a medical degree and subspecialty training, meeting the advanced-degree standard. Employers may also file under EB-3 if the position description is written more broadly. Either category requires PERM labor certification, where the employer must document that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for oncologists?
H-1B status is temporary and subject to annual cap registration and lottery uncertainty, while PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent and has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The PERM process takes longer overall, often two to four years from filing to a green card, but the result is lawful permanent residency rather than a status that must be renewed and is tied to a single employer until I-140 approval.
Which types of employers sponsor green cards for Oncology Specialists most reliably?
Academic medical centers, NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers, and large integrated health systems are the most consistent PERM filers for oncology roles. These employers have established immigration infrastructure and routinely sponsor both EB-2 and EB-3 cases. Smaller community oncology practices may be willing to sponsor but often lack the internal legal support to manage the PERM process efficiently.
How can I find Oncology Specialist jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter oncology roles by employers with documented green card filing history, so you can identify organizations that have already gone through the PERM process rather than asking a new employer to start from scratch. This is especially useful early in your job search, when confirming sponsorship intent before investing time in interviews saves significant effort.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed without losing my green card progress?
Changing employers after PERM is filed but before I-140 approval means restarting the entire PERM process with the new employer. After I-140 is approved and your priority date is more than 180 days old, the AC21 portability rule allows you to change to a same or similar occupational role without losing your priority date, as long as your new position falls within the same SOC classification.