H-1B Visa Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Jobs
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring employers demand a master's-level PA credential and state licensure before your employer can file. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation, and high-volume emergency departments at hospital systems actively petition USCIS for qualified candidates each year.
Find H-1B Visa Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 1,937+ Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant jobs
See all 1,937+ Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
TeamHealth is seeking a highly experienced and motivated emergency medicine physician assistant (PA-C) to join our team, providing high-quality, patient-centered care across two emergency department locations in Blackwell and Perry, Oklahoma. This position is based in rural emergency hospitals affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center and features solo PA coverage, requiring a high level of clinical autonomy and confidence in independent decision-making.
As a PA, you will practice at the top of your scope, managing patients of all acuity levels in a busy ED setting, with offsite physician supervision available for consultation and support.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform comprehensive medical screening exams, histories, and physical assessments for patients of all ages
- Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and emergent conditions across all levels of acuity
- Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests including labs, imaging, and EKGs
- Perform procedures within scope of practice (e.g., suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, airway management as credentialed)
- Initiate treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide patient education and discharge instructions
- Stabilize and manage critically ill patients, including coordination of transfers when necessary
- Collaborate with offsite supervising physicians as needed for complex cases
- Ensure accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Assist with patient flow and triage prioritization as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program
- Current certification by NCCPA (PA-C)
- Active Oklahoma PA license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Minimum of 4 years of EM experience required
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a solo coverage environment
- Strong clinical decision-making skills and comfort managing high-acuity patients
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND SCHEDULE
- Practice across two emergency department sites: Blackwell, Oklahoma, and Perry, Oklahoma
- Critical access hospital settings affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center
- Solo PA coverage with offsite physician supervision
- Rotating shifts (12s or 24s) including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Busy EDs with a broad range of patient acuity
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Competitive compensation
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)
- 401k retirement plan
- APC focused education: procedure and skills labs
Interested in learning more? Apply today!
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
BENEFITS
- Health insurance
- Professional liability insurance paid
- 401(k)
- Stability of a respected industry leader
- Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program
- Leadership and growth opportunities to further your career
- Access to professional development tools, educational resources and CME through TeamHealth Institute
JOB INFO
Encouraged to Apply: All
Emergency Medicine
Physician Assistant
Stillwater Medical Blackwell
Blackwell, OK
Full-Time
Opening 65361BR
Your Recruiter:
Kable_Nunnally@teamhealth.com
Phone Number:
(865) 985-7133
INTRODUCTION
TeamHealth is seeking a highly experienced and motivated emergency medicine physician assistant (PA-C) to join our team, providing high-quality, patient-centered care across two emergency department locations in Blackwell and Perry, Oklahoma. This position is based in rural emergency hospitals affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center and features solo PA coverage, requiring a high level of clinical autonomy and confidence in independent decision-making.
As a PA, you will practice at the top of your scope, managing patients of all acuity levels in a busy ED setting, with offsite physician supervision available for consultation and support.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform comprehensive medical screening exams, histories, and physical assessments for patients of all ages
- Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and emergent conditions across all levels of acuity
- Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests including labs, imaging, and EKGs
- Perform procedures within scope of practice (e.g., suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, airway management as credentialed)
- Initiate treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide patient education and discharge instructions
- Stabilize and manage critically ill patients, including coordination of transfers when necessary
- Collaborate with offsite supervising physicians as needed for complex cases
- Ensure accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Assist with patient flow and triage prioritization as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program
- Current certification by NCCPA (PA-C)
- Active Oklahoma PA license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Minimum of 4 years of EM experience required
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a solo coverage environment
- Strong clinical decision-making skills and comfort managing high-acuity patients
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND SCHEDULE
- Practice across two emergency department sites: Blackwell, Oklahoma, and Perry, Oklahoma
- Critical access hospital settings affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center
- Solo PA coverage with offsite physician supervision
- Rotating shifts (12s or 24s) including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Busy EDs with a broad range of patient acuity
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Competitive compensation
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)
- 401k retirement plan
- APC focused education: procedure and skills labs
Interested in learning more? Apply today!
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
BENEFITS
- Health insurance
- Professional liability insurance paid
- 401(k)
- Stability of a respected industry leader
- Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program
- Leadership and growth opportunities to further your career
- Access to professional development tools, educational resources and CME through TeamHealth Institute
JOB INFO
Encouraged to Apply: All
Emergency Medicine
Physician Assistant
Stillwater Medical Blackwell
Blackwell, OK
Full-Time
Opening 65361BR
Your Recruiter:
Kable_Nunnally@teamhealth.com
Phone Number:
(865) 985-7133
See all 1,937+ H-1B Visa Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new H-1B Visa Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Verify your NCCPA certification before applying
Your employer's immigration attorney will need proof of NCCPA certification and state licensure before filing the I-129. Get certified copies of both documents early. Missing either delays the LCA filing with DOL and pushes your start date back.
Look up prevailing wages by worksite location
Emergency PA wages vary significantly by metro area, and your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the specific worksite ZIP code. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 29-1071 before negotiating your offer so you know the floor.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified employer database
Not every hospital advertises H-1B sponsorship in job postings. Migrate Mate lists employers with confirmed LCA filing history for PA roles, so you can target emergency departments that have sponsored before rather than guessing from general job boards.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If you rotate across multiple hospital campuses or freestanding emergency centers under one employer, each location requires a separately certified LCA. Raise this with HR before signing your offer so the employer's attorney files the correct number of applications.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation status
If USCIS issues an RFE questioning whether the role requires a specific degree, the O*NET profile for Physician Assistants supports a master's-level requirement. Pull that profile and ask your employer to reference it explicitly in the petition's specialty occupation analysis.
Account for the 6-year cap in your contract timeline
H-1B status starts at three years and maxes out at six without an approved immigrant visa petition. If your employer isn't actively pursuing PERM labor certification by year three, ask HR how they plan to extend your authorization beyond the initial period.
H-1B Visa Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. The role requires at minimum a master's degree from an accredited PA program plus NCCPA certification, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Emergency medicine PA roles are consistently approved by USCIS under this standard when the employer's petition documents the degree requirement accurately.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for emergency PA roles?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and physician group practices that staff emergency departments are the most active H-1B sponsors for PA positions. Freestanding emergency centers and urgent care networks affiliated with hospital systems also sponsor, though smaller independent practices sponsor less frequently. Migrate Mate lets you browse employers with verified LCA filing history for PA roles by location.
How long does H-1B sponsorship last for a Physician Assistant position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on the initial petition, with one extension available to reach a six-year maximum. Staying beyond six years requires your employer to have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification filed at least 365 days before your six-year limit, which allows further annual extensions.
What documents does my employer need before filing my H-1B petition?
Your employer's attorney will need your NCCPA certification, all state PA licenses, your master's degree diploma and transcripts, and your CV. The employer must also obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition. Delays in gathering licensure documents are the most common reason emergency PA H-1B filings miss intended start dates.
Can I work at multiple emergency department locations under one H-1B?
Only if each worksite location is covered by its own certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. A single LCA tied to one facility address does not authorize work at other campuses or affiliated locations, even under the same employer. If your role involves floating between sites, your employer must file separate LCAs for each location in advance.