OPT Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner jobs on OPT require STEM or non-STEM OPT authorization depending on your degree field, with most positions falling under non-STEM 12-month OPT. Hospital systems and GI specialty practices are among the most active sponsors for this role.
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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 OPT Sponsorship in Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Verify your OPT category before applying
Most GI Nurse Practitioner roles fall under non-STEM OPT, giving you 12 months of work authorization. If your nursing or health sciences degree qualifies as STEM, confirm this with your DSO before targeting roles that require STEM OPT extension eligibility.
Target large hospital systems and health networks
Academic medical centers and large integrated health systems like Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and VA hospitals have established HR processes for OPT hires. Smaller independent GI practices often lack the infrastructure to navigate work authorization paperwork efficiently.
Get your NP licensure sorted before interviews
State NP licensure is non-negotiable for this role. Employers will not sponsor an unlicensed candidate. Having an active, unrestricted license in the state where the job is located removes the most common barrier employers cite when declining OPT applicants.
Lead with clinical scope, not visa status
Frame your application around your GI procedural experience, endoscopy skills, and patient panel management. Employers evaluate clinical fit first. Raising OPT only after demonstrating you are the right candidate significantly improves your chances of getting to the sponsorship conversation.
Apply early to allow time for OPT processing
GI Nurse Practitioner hiring timelines can stretch 60 to 90 days with credentialing. Start applications at least three months before your intended start date so your OPT authorization and employer credentialing processes can run in parallel without creating gaps.
Clarify H-1B sponsorship intentions early with employers
OPT gives you up to 12 months to work, but long-term authorization requires H-1B visa sponsorship. Ask directly whether the employer has sponsored H-1B visas for NPs before. This protects you from investing in roles where no long-term pathway exists.
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner on OPT?
Yes, if you hold a qualifying nursing or health sciences degree and have received OPT authorization from USCIS. Your work must be directly related to your field of study. Most GI Nurse Practitioner roles qualify under this requirement. Confirm the connection with your DSO if your degree field is not nursing or a directly related clinical discipline.
Does a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner job qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most GI Nurse Practitioner positions do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension because nursing and clinical health science degrees are generally not classified under STEM-designated CIP codes. You will typically have 12 months of OPT to work in this role. If your degree is in health informatics or a STEM-classified field, check your I-20 and confirm with your DSO.
How do I find Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, saving you from applying to positions that will screen you out at HR. Searching there surfaces GI NP roles at employers already familiar with OPT work authorization, which meaningfully increases your response rate compared to general job searches.
Do I need to be licensed before starting a GI Nurse Practitioner job on OPT?
Yes. You must hold an active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state where you will practice before your start date. No employer can legally allow you to practice without licensure, and most will not begin OPT sponsorship paperwork until licensure is confirmed. Apply for state licensure as early as possible since the process can take 60 to 120 days.
Will my GI Nurse Practitioner employer sponsor me for an H-1B after OPT?
It depends on the employer. Large health systems and academic medical centers have more experience sponsoring H-1B petitions for clinical staff, including NPs. Smaller GI practices often do not. Ask during the interview process whether they have sponsored H-1B visas for NPs before and whether they work with immigration counsel. This question is reasonable and professional to raise.