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Neuropsychologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at minimum a doctoral degree in neuropsychology or a closely related field. Health systems, academic medical centers, and VA facilities are among the most active H-1B visa sponsors for this role. The annual H-1B cap and lottery apply to most private employers, making early preparation and employer targeting essential.
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Get Access To All JobsNEUROPSYCHOLOGIST – Adult, Pediatric, or Lifespan – Fargo, ND
JOB SUMMARY:
The Behavioral Health Division at Essentia Health in Fargo is hiring a neuropsychologist to join a small congenial neuropsychology team and provide clinical neuropsychological examinations including evaluation and assessment, treatment, education, and consultation with the goal of supporting patients to achieve optimal functioning.
Practice Specifics
- A clinical neuropsychology practice primarily located in an outpatient medical setting at Essentia’s South University Clinic in Fargo.
- Referral sources include neurology, interventional neurology, primary care, speech language pathology, occupational therapy, psychiatry, psychology, and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
- Conditions seen include a wide range of neurodevelopmental conditions, acquired and traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, cancer, complex psychiatric conditions, and frequent differential diagnoses of neurodegenerative diseases.
- Provision of consultation and education to medical colleagues, family members, and others.
Additional Position Information
- Continued expansion of Essentia’s neuropsychology services include ongoing outreach services and additional expansion in order to accept referrals from a wider range of departments and directly from community sources.
- The position is generalist in nature, but opportunities exist to develop specific areas of practice in concert with foundational neuropsychologist duties. The patient basis includes individuals from a wide range of backgrounds with an emphasis on patients living in rural communities.
- A high degree of customer service and rapport building skills are necessary in order to establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, colleagues, and coworkers across departments.
- Neuropsychology is supported by psychometry, requiring the skill and desire to oversee and participate in the training of new psychometrists.
- Essentia Health will be an APA-accredited internship site (expected fall of 2026), and opportunities for supervision of pre-doctoral interns may be available.
- Hours: Monday-Friday, no on-call or weekend hours. Opportunities for outreach to rural communities are available and highly desired, although not required.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology with relevant experience in neuropsychology
- Current psychologist licensure or the ability to be able to be licensed in North Dakota and Minnesota by date of hire
- Certification by the American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN), the Board of Professional Neuropsychology (ABPN), and/or board eligible
- Position is open to adult, lifespan, or pediatric neuropsychologists
LOCATION:
- Centrally located on the border of North Dakota & Minnesota
- 4 hours west of Minneapolis/St. Paul
- Fargo-Moorhead population: 180,000
- Regional Service area consists of 25 clinics & 5 hospitals
COMPENSATION
- $158,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.
Contact: Carri Prudhomme, Senior Physician Recruiter
PH: 218-786-3907
Email: Carri.Prudhomme@EssentiaHealth.org
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST – Adult, Pediatric, or Lifespan – Fargo, ND
JOB SUMMARY:
The Behavioral Health Division at Essentia Health in Fargo is hiring a neuropsychologist to join a small congenial neuropsychology team and provide clinical neuropsychological examinations including evaluation and assessment, treatment, education, and consultation with the goal of supporting patients to achieve optimal functioning.
Practice Specifics
- A clinical neuropsychology practice primarily located in an outpatient medical setting at Essentia’s South University Clinic in Fargo.
- Referral sources include neurology, interventional neurology, primary care, speech language pathology, occupational therapy, psychiatry, psychology, and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
- Conditions seen include a wide range of neurodevelopmental conditions, acquired and traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, cancer, complex psychiatric conditions, and frequent differential diagnoses of neurodegenerative diseases.
- Provision of consultation and education to medical colleagues, family members, and others.
Additional Position Information
- Continued expansion of Essentia’s neuropsychology services include ongoing outreach services and additional expansion in order to accept referrals from a wider range of departments and directly from community sources.
- The position is generalist in nature, but opportunities exist to develop specific areas of practice in concert with foundational neuropsychologist duties. The patient basis includes individuals from a wide range of backgrounds with an emphasis on patients living in rural communities.
- A high degree of customer service and rapport building skills are necessary in order to establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, colleagues, and coworkers across departments.
- Neuropsychology is supported by psychometry, requiring the skill and desire to oversee and participate in the training of new psychometrists.
- Essentia Health will be an APA-accredited internship site (expected fall of 2026), and opportunities for supervision of pre-doctoral interns may be available.
- Hours: Monday-Friday, no on-call or weekend hours. Opportunities for outreach to rural communities are available and highly desired, although not required.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology with relevant experience in neuropsychology
- Current psychologist licensure or the ability to be able to be licensed in North Dakota and Minnesota by date of hire
- Certification by the American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN), the Board of Professional Neuropsychology (ABPN), and/or board eligible
- Position is open to adult, lifespan, or pediatric neuropsychologists
LOCATION:
- Centrally located on the border of North Dakota & Minnesota
- 4 hours west of Minneapolis/St. Paul
- Fargo-Moorhead population: 180,000
- Regional Service area consists of 25 clinics & 5 hospitals
COMPENSATION
- $158,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.
Contact: Carri Prudhomme, Senior Physician Recruiter
PH: 218-786-3907
Email: Carri.Prudhomme@EssentiaHealth.org
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Neuropsychologist
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and neuropsychology practice. A doctorate in clinical psychology with a neuropsychology focus typically qualifies, but a general psychology master's degree alone will not. Pull the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the education benchmark before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Hospitals affiliated with universities, VA medical centers, and nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors, meaning they can file year-round without lottery exposure. These settings also dominate neuropsychology hiring, so cap-exempt status aligns naturally with your job search.
Check LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Before contacting any employer, search Migrate Mate to see their DOL Labor Condition Application filing history for neuropsychologist and related SOC codes. This shows which health systems and institutions have actually sponsored the role, not just posted about it.
Get your EPPP and state licensure lined up
Many H-1B neuropsychologist positions require active state licensure or eligibility, not just a degree. Confirm you've passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology and identify which state's licensure your target employers require before the offer stage, since delays here can stall the I-129 filing.
Understand how the LCA wage level affects your offer
Your employer must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for the neuropsychologist SOC code in that metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wage tiers so you can evaluate whether an offer satisfies the requirement before signing.
Time your cap-subject applications around the lottery
For private-sector employers subject to the H-1B cap, USCIS opens registration in March for an October 1 start date. Coordinate with your employer's legal team no later than January to prepare the registration, since missing the window means waiting a full year for the next cycle.
H-1B Visa Neuropsychologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a neuropsychologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Neuropsychology meets USCIS specialty occupation criteria because the position normally requires at minimum a doctoral degree in neuropsychology or a directly related clinical field. USCIS looks at whether the role requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, which neuropsychological assessment and treatment planning satisfy. A general psychology bachelor's degree is not sufficient on its own.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for neuropsychologists?
Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, children's hospitals, and neurological research institutes are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for neuropsychologist roles. Many of these qualify as cap-exempt institutions, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery participation. You can identify employers with active LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate before reaching out.
Does state licensure affect my H-1B neuropsychologist petition?
Yes, directly. Most neuropsychologist positions require state licensure or documented eligibility as a condition of employment, and USCIS expects the employer to address licensure status in the I-129 petition. If you're license-eligible but not yet licensed, your employer should document the pathway to full licensure and confirm the position allows a supervised or provisional period while you complete that process.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement work for neuropsychologists?
Before USCIS will approve the H-1B petition, your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the neuropsychologist SOC code in the hiring location. Wage levels run from Level I through Level IV depending on experience and complexity. You can check current prevailing wage figures by metropolitan area using the OFLC Wage Search.
Can I switch neuropsychologist employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. Your new employer must file before or on your last day with the current sponsor. The new position must also qualify as a specialty occupation in neuropsychology.