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Program Assistant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA when the position aligns with a recognized professional category such as Scientific Technician or Management Consultant. Canadian professionals can enter at the port of entry with a support letter from their employer; Mexican nationals require a U.S. consular appointment with the same documentation. Employers prepare a support letter outlining the role's eligibility and job details to initiate sponsorship.
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This is a full-time (40 hrs/week) Assistant Professor position located in Norristown, PA. In collaboration with the nurse anesthesia faculty and Program Administrator, the Assistant Professor for the Nurse Anesthesia Program assumes a beginning leadership role in planning, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum and learning experiences of students in classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical settings. The Assistant Professor for the Nurse Anesthesia Program will ensure congruence between the mission of College and University and the education goals of the nurse anesthesia program in collaboration with the Program Director and faculty. In collaboration with nurse anesthesia faculty and Program Director, the Assistant Professor for the Nurse Anesthesia Program will ensure congruence with standards established by the Council of Accreditation for Nurse Anesthesia Education Programs, American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Responsibilities Include:
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Collaborates with Program Administrator and nurse anesthesia faculty to ensure a curriculum that is consistent with the other advanced nurse practitioner programs offered within the College of Nursing and the educational standards of the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
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Organizes the curriculum to ensure logical sequence of teaching and learning: identifies minimum clinical competencies required of all graduates; participate in the didactic teaching program; maintains program records/files, current cumulative student records/files, and clinical faculty records/files in collaboration with administrative support staff
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Administers anesthesia one day per week in order to maintain his/her clinical expertise and participates in clinical instruction of students when they are assigned to the University affiliated hospital(s)
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Participates in recruitment activities of the College and University including the review of program applications and serving on the nurse anesthesia admissions selection committee
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Communicates effectively with personnel utilizing appropriate channels, maintaining open channels of communications with students, course faculty, and staff
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Provides an environment conducive to student engagement and participation and the assimilation and enrichment of a diverse student body
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Provides oversight for student advisement and remediation
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Serves on College committees and shows evidence of an emerging leadership role
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Serves as a mentor for didactic and clinical faculty
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Represents the College in appropriate University activities
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Participates actively in professional organizations
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Participates in activities to improve the quality of nursing care to the consumer
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Contributes to the nursing profession through scholarly papers, presentations, and publications in nursing literature
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Utilizes contemporary and innovative teaching methodologies in classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical settings
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Develops and begins to implement a scholarly agenda
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Participation in College and/or University Committees
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Participation in professional organizations at local, state or national levels
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Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the core values of the University.
Position Qualifications Include:
Educational/Training Requirements:
- Earned doctorate in nursing or an appropriate discipline from an accredited institution
Certificates, Licenses, and Registration:
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Licensure to practice as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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State Board of Nursing licensure for states where clinical assignments performed
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National certification as a Certified Registered Anesthetist
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Evidence of continuing education; Professional memberships relevant to areas of expertise
Experience Requirements:
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Academic appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in a collegiate nursing program OR Two (2) years at the rank of Instructor at an accredited institution or equivalent experience
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Five (5) years full-time post-secondary teaching experience at an accredited institution OR Five (5) years full time clinical experience OR combination of the above
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Evidence of progressive leadership and academic responsibilities
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Evidence of effective teaching
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Demonstrated scholarly productivity, other than doctoral dissertation, which may be demonstrated by contributions to the professional literature, presentations at national, state, or local meetings and/or grantsmanship
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Participation in College and/or University Committees
Interested candidates should submit on-line application/CV; http://hr.jefferson.edu/human-resources.html then enter in search box Job ID # REQ -0033686
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Thomas Jefferson University
Primary Location Address
1334-1336 Powell Street, Norristown, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Program Assistant
Match your credentials to the TN category
Program Assistant roles don't map to a single TN visa category. Identify whether your position qualifies under Scientific Technician, Management Consultant, or another listed occupation, then make sure your degree field explicitly supports that classification in your offer letter.
Request a TN-specific offer letter
Your employer's offer letter must describe your duties, required education, and TN category by name. A generic offer letter will get your application rejected at the port of entry or consulate, so ask HR to address these elements before you travel.
Target employers with recent visa filing experience
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with recent visa filings for professional roles. A track record of visa sponsorship experience signals that a hiring team understands work visa processes before you bring up TN eligibility.
Find TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filter Program Assistant openings by TN visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate to surface employers already set up to hire Canadian and Mexican professionals. This cuts the time spent on outreach to employers unfamiliar with USMCA professional categories.
Prepare your credential documents before the offer stage
Gather official transcripts, degree certificates, and any professional licenses before negotiations conclude. Canadian citizens present these directly to CBP at the border; Mexican nationals submit them as part of their DS-160 package at a U.S. consulate.
Confirm your employer will provide a support letter
The employer prepares a support letter before your TN status is approved, but many smaller employers aren't familiar with this requirement. Confirm during the offer stage that HR or outside counsel will handle the support letter preparation so you aren't delayed when presenting at your port of entry (for Canadians) or U.S. consulate (for Mexicans).
Program Assistant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Assistant role qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the position is structured and what TN category it maps to. Program Assistant duties that involve scientific or technical support may qualify under the Scientific Technician category, while coordination or advisory functions could fall under Management Consultant. Your offer letter must clearly tie the role's responsibilities and required degree to a recognized USMCA professional occupation for CBP or a consular officer to approve it.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Program Assistant positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, which means you can start work as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B visa selection is capped at 65,000 per year and subject to a random lottery, so approval isn't guaranteed even with a qualifying offer. For Mexican nationals, TN is capped but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely. TN also renews indefinitely in two-year increments as long as you maintain a qualifying job.
What documents does a Canadian Program Assistant need at the border?
You need a valid Canadian passport, a TN-specific offer letter from your U.S. employer that names the TN category and describes your duties, proof of your qualifying degree or credentials, and payment for the CBP processing fee. You do not need to file anything in advance. CBP adjudicates TN petitions from Canadian citizens on the spot at land borders and international airports, so having your documents organized and complete is the difference between same-day approval and a secondary referral.
How do Mexican Program Assistant professionals apply for TN status?
Mexican nationals can't use the port-of-entry process available to Canadians. You apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate in Mexico by completing a DS-160, paying the visa application fee, and attending a consular interview. Your employer will provide a support letter documenting your role, qualifications, and eligibility for TN status under USMCA. The annual allocation for Mexican TN workers is set by USMCA, so apply as early as your job offer allows to avoid delays from annual limits.
How can I find Program Assistant jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can search Program Assistant openings filtered by TN eligibility, which surfaces employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. This is faster than applying broadly and asking each employer whether they sponsor TN, since many hiring teams confuse TN with H-1B or don't know the distinction.