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Physician Assistant roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because the position requires a master's degree in PA studies and national certification through NCCPA. Large health systems, academic medical centers, and multispecialty groups file LCAs with the DOL and sponsor H-1B petitions regularly for PAs across surgical, primary care, and emergency specialties.
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Indiana University Health Medical Group is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Neurosurgery department at Goodman Hall and Methodist Hospital! IU Health Medical group is actively expanding its Neurosurgery presence across the Indianapolis metro area, with continued growth in elective procedures. This newly created Hybrid role offers full-spectrum involvement across preoperative, intraoperative and post-operative care, spanning both inpatient and outpatient settings across three IU Health locations. This position is 100% onsite and provides the unique opportunity to work closely with engaged, highly instructional neurosurgeons who are committed to teaching and collaborations.
Position Details:
- Full-time - Days
- Hours discussed during interview
- Rotating hours worked out in department. APP's do self-scheduling
- 40% Inpatient
- 60% Outpatient
- Team includes 17 physicians and 30 APPs
Procedures:
- First Assist in the OR for Spine procedures
- Simple wound closure after drain removal
- Lumbar puncture
- Shunt Taps
Patient Population:
- Inpatient and Outpatient
- ICU
- Trauma
- Spine Patients
Key Responsibilities:
- 1st Assist in OR
- Evaluating new and follow up consults, either in ED or on one of the inpatient units.
- Evaluating patients with neuro changes, inpatient care and discharges
Qualifications
- PA or ACNP certification required
- Would prefer a PA, but if NP that must have Registered Nurse First Assist.
- New grad considered and must have 1st Assist
- Ideal candidate will have clinical background in Neurosurgical, Neurology, Trauma, Ortho Spine
- ICU experience preferred
- Candidate should also have general knowledge of neurological deficits and disorders would be preferred.
Compensation Details:
- We offer a strong compensation model
See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health
Community Description
Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:
- Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
- Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
- Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
- Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
- Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
- Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
- Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
- Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
- Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive healthcare system. IU Health's unique partnership with the nation's second largest medical school, Indiana University School of Medicine, offers innovative treatments and therapies and remains a global leader in medical education and research.
Comprised of hospitals, physicians and allied services dedicated to providing preeminent care throughout Indiana and beyond, IU Health is honored to be recognized in such high distinctions.
- IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
- Riley Hospital for Children is nationally ranked in ten pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report.
- Indiana University Health is one of the largest employers in Indiana
A private, nonprofit organization, Indiana University Health owns, or is affiliated with, more than 200 hospitals and health centers throughout Indiana. More than half of the physicians affiliated with the IU School of Medicine practice, supervise, and teach residents and fellows at one of Indiana University Health's hospitals.
No organization in Indiana is ranked higher or offers more highly ranked physicians than Indiana University Health. With exceptional care, unmatched expertise and continued excellence, our patients and families know that they're making an excellent choice in selecting Indiana University Health as their premier healthcare system of choice.
INTRODUCTION
Indiana University Health Medical Group is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Neurosurgery department at Goodman Hall and Methodist Hospital! IU Health Medical group is actively expanding its Neurosurgery presence across the Indianapolis metro area, with continued growth in elective procedures. This newly created Hybrid role offers full-spectrum involvement across preoperative, intraoperative and post-operative care, spanning both inpatient and outpatient settings across three IU Health locations. This position is 100% onsite and provides the unique opportunity to work closely with engaged, highly instructional neurosurgeons who are committed to teaching and collaborations.
Position Details:
- Full-time - Days
- Hours discussed during interview
- Rotating hours worked out in department. APP's do self-scheduling
- 40% Inpatient
- 60% Outpatient
- Team includes 17 physicians and 30 APPs
Procedures:
- First Assist in the OR for Spine procedures
- Simple wound closure after drain removal
- Lumbar puncture
- Shunt Taps
Patient Population:
- Inpatient and Outpatient
- ICU
- Trauma
- Spine Patients
Key Responsibilities:
- 1st Assist in OR
- Evaluating new and follow up consults, either in ED or on one of the inpatient units.
- Evaluating patients with neuro changes, inpatient care and discharges
Qualifications
- PA or ACNP certification required
- Would prefer a PA, but if NP that must have Registered Nurse First Assist.
- New grad considered and must have 1st Assist
- Ideal candidate will have clinical background in Neurosurgical, Neurology, Trauma, Ortho Spine
- ICU experience preferred
- Candidate should also have general knowledge of neurological deficits and disorders would be preferred.
Compensation Details:
- We offer a strong compensation model
See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health
Community Description
Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:
- Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
- Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
- Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
- Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
- Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
- Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
- Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
- Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
- Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive healthcare system. IU Health's unique partnership with the nation's second largest medical school, Indiana University School of Medicine, offers innovative treatments and therapies and remains a global leader in medical education and research.
Comprised of hospitals, physicians and allied services dedicated to providing preeminent care throughout Indiana and beyond, IU Health is honored to be recognized in such high distinctions.
- IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
- Riley Hospital for Children is nationally ranked in ten pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report.
- Indiana University Health is one of the largest employers in Indiana
A private, nonprofit organization, Indiana University Health owns, or is affiliated with, more than 200 hospitals and health centers throughout Indiana. More than half of the physicians affiliated with the IU School of Medicine practice, supervise, and teach residents and fellows at one of Indiana University Health's hospitals.
No organization in Indiana is ranked higher or offers more highly ranked physicians than Indiana University Health. With exceptional care, unmatched expertise and continued excellence, our patients and families know that they're making an excellent choice in selecting Indiana University Health as their premier healthcare system of choice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Physician Assistant
Verify your NCCPA certification meets requirements
USCIS requires a directly related degree for specialty occupation status. Your master's-level PA program and active NCCPA certification together establish that credential link. Confirm your state license is current before your employer files the LCA.
Target health systems with dedicated immigration teams
Academic medical centers and hospital networks with in-house legal or HR immigration staff process H-1B petitions faster and with fewer delays than smaller private practices relying on outside counsel for the first time.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by Physician Assistant job titles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filings for PA roles. That history signals an employer already understands the process and has filed successfully before.
Clarify supervising physician arrangement before offer
Some states require a formal collaboration or supervision agreement between a PA and a physician. Confirm the employer has that structure documented, since USCIS may scrutinize the employer-employee relationship during adjudication.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offered wage
Look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, and a shortfall will stall the filing at the DOL stage.
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Find Physician Assistant JobsPhysician Assistant H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Physician Assistant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. PA positions meet the specialty occupation standard because they require at minimum a master's degree in physician assistant studies from an accredited program, plus NCCPA certification. USCIS recognizes the direct relationship between the required degree and the clinical duties of the role, which is the core test for specialty occupation classification.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Physician Assistants?
Academic medical centers, large regional health systems, Veterans Affairs facilities, and multispecialty group practices file the most H-1B LCAs for PA roles. VA facilities are federal entities and cap-exempt, meaning they can file outside the April lottery window. You can browse employers with verified PA filing history on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect PA job seekers?
Most PA employers are cap-subject, so your petition enters the annual lottery with an April 1 filing date and an October 1 start date if selected. Cap-exempt employers, including nonprofit research institutions and VA facilities, can file at any time of year. If you're currently on OPT, your employer must register you in the March lottery to maintain continuous work authorization.
Can a Physician Assistant change employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer files a new LCA and I-129 petition covering your new role, location, and wage level.
What role does the DOL prevailing wage play in PA sponsorship?
Before filing an H-1B petition, your employer must obtain a certified LCA from the DOL confirming the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your PA occupation code and work location. You can verify the applicable wage level yourself using the OFLC Wage Search tool. A wage shortfall prevents certification and blocks the entire petition.
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