H-1B Visa Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioners qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a graduate-level nursing degree. Employers in hospital systems, GI-focused private practices, and ambulatory surgery centers regularly file LCAs for this role. No annual lottery exemption applies, but cap-exempt employer pathways exist.
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Dignity Health Medical Group Arizona is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. You will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive and high-quality care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders.
Responsibilities
- See patients in the outpatient clinic full time Monday-Friday
- Provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to Gastroenterology patients under the supervision and responsibility of a Physician
- Participate in education development and growth of DHMG Gastroenterology Division
- Work closely with the administrative and clinical directors for the GI Service Program to ensure quality and regulatory compliance in provision of clinical services
Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
PA Requirements:
- Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.
- Valid DEA registration.
- Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff
NP Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
- Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners
- Compact state or Arizona RN license
- Arizona Advanced Practice Nurse license
- Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC
- Valid DEA registration
- Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Pay Range
$57.41 - $68.87 /hour
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Dignity Health Medical Group Arizona is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. You will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive and high-quality care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders.
Responsibilities
- See patients in the outpatient clinic full time Monday-Friday
- Provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to Gastroenterology patients under the supervision and responsibility of a Physician
- Participate in education development and growth of DHMG Gastroenterology Division
- Work closely with the administrative and clinical directors for the GI Service Program to ensure quality and regulatory compliance in provision of clinical services
Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
PA Requirements:
- Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.
- Valid DEA registration.
- Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff
NP Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
- Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners
- Compact state or Arizona RN license
- Arizona Advanced Practice Nurse license
- Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC
- Valid DEA registration
- Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Pay Range
$57.41 - $68.87 /hour
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the GI NP role. An MSN or DNP with a focus in adult-gerontology or family practice typically satisfies this. A general BSN alone may draw an RFE, so confirm your transcript supports the specialty.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Hospitals affiliated with universities or nonprofit research centers can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery cap. GI divisions within academic medical centers are a practical starting point if you want to avoid cap-season timing constraints entirely.
Search LCA filing history by occupation code
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B LCA filing history for NP roles. This surfaces which GI practices and health systems have actively sponsored similar positions, so you're targeting employers already familiar with the process.
Confirm prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 29-1171 before negotiating to know whether the offer clears the required threshold.
Ask employers about H-1B filing timelines early
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed in early April for an October 1 start. If a GI practice has never sponsored before, they need lead time to retain counsel and complete the LCA. Raise the timeline in the second or third interview round, not after an offer.
Document procedural competencies for the I-129 petition
USCIS may request evidence that your role requires specialty-level knowledge. Compile records of GI-specific training: endoscopy assist competencies, Barrett's surveillance protocols, or IBD management certifications. These strengthen the specialty occupation argument beyond the degree alone.
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Find Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner JobsGastroenterology Nurse Practitioner H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a master's or doctoral degree in a specific nursing specialty. USCIS evaluates whether the role's duties demand graduate-level knowledge, not just any bachelor's degree. GI NP positions that require independent diagnostic and procedural decision-making generally meet this standard, but your employer's job description must clearly reflect those advanced requirements.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for GI Nurse Practitioners?
Academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and multispecialty group practices with dedicated GI departments are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Smaller independent GI practices can sponsor too but may lack prior experience with the process. You can find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for NP roles directly on Migrate Mate, which filters by occupation code and employer.
Can I change employers on H-1B status if I'm already working as a GI Nurse Practitioner?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can move to a new employer once your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. For an H-1B transfer without a pending green card, your new employer simply files an H-1B transfer petition before you start the new role.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect GI NP job offers?
Your employer's Labor Condition Application must certify they'll pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area. There are four wage levels tied to experience and supervision, so a senior GI NP role will have a higher floor than an entry-level position. Reviewing the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating helps you confirm the offer is LCA-compliant before the employer begins filing.
Is a Gastroenterology NP role subject to the H-1B annual cap and lottery?
Most private GI practices and for-profit health systems are subject to the annual cap, which means registration in the lottery held each March for an October 1 start date. However, if the employer is a nonprofit hospital, a university-affiliated health system, or a qualifying research institution, they may be cap-exempt and can file at any time of year without lottery registration.
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