Physician Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Arizona
Arizona's physician assistant job market centers on major health systems like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health, with Phoenix and Tucson driving most hiring. Rural and tribal health facilities across the state also recruit internationally trained PAs, making Arizona one of the more active states for physician assistant visa sponsorship.
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Dignity Health Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic team in Maricopa, Arizona.
Opportunity Highlights:
- Flexibility to work 4 longer days or 5 regular
- After-hours Outpatient Call (by telephone only) is minimal (3-4 weeks/year)
- Outpatient: 36 patient-facing hours/week with scheduled patients and 4 hours per week dedicated administrative time to take care of “tail” of practice and engage in teaching, quality improvement, and service related activities.
- Avg 18-24 patients per day on 8-hour outpatient days
- Great MA support + RN onsite
- Opportunities to get involved in both sponsor and investigator initiated research projects
In collaboration with the physician/medical director assumes clinical responsibility for tasks performed within the APP’s scope of practice.
- Including but not limited to: taking patients' history, performing physical examinations, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, establishing diagnosis and providing care and management for common illnesses and disease prevention in the pediatric and adult patient.
- The APP may assist in the admission transfer or discharge from the Health Care System.
- Makes appropriate referrals to specialists and community agencies.
- Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement programs.
- Participate in teaching students (Physician Assistant Studies, Nurse Practitioner students, Medical Students as applicable) when caring for patients.
- Participate in research, scholarly activity, and clinical innovation within scope of practice.
- Works within a multidisciplinary team to develop plans for the patient and their family.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Current and unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Arizona.
- Current national board certification (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA).
- BLS certification required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in Family Medicine or Primary Care.
- Demonstrate experience or strong interest in telehealth/virtual care delivery.
- Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems; experience with Cerner is a plus.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
- Comfortable working with patients virtually and assessing conditions without a direct physical examination when appropriate.
Where You'll Work
Group Description
Dignity Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the nation, is a growing organization with well-resourced, modern facilities and diverse practice opportunities. With more than 39 acute care hospitals in three states and 9,000 physicians, Dignity Health touches the lives of thousands of people and provides nearly $2 billion in charity care to the communities it serves.
Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed physician group serving the Arizona Service Area. Covering over 45 practice sites, complementing clinical services with translational and bench research, our integrated medical group employs in excess of 250 healthcare providers throughout the valley. Dignity Health Medical Group is continuously expanding in order to meet the needs of the growing patient population in Arizona. With a unified vision of becoming an organization where physicians, care teams and staff come to do their best work—and patients come for the best care—Dignity Health Medical Group is searching for exceptional talent that is patient focused and team-oriented, who can become a part of our mission-driven organization.
Community Description
Discover Maricopa, Arizona – a dynamic and thriving community that seamlessly blends desert charm with modern convenience. Located just a short drive from the cultural and economic hub of Phoenix, Maricopa offers an unparalleled lifestyle. Imagine coming home to a city known for its friendly atmosphere, top-rated schools, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, from scenic hiking trails to championship golf courses. With a diverse and growing population, a strong sense of community, and plentiful sunshine year-round, Maricopa is the perfect place to build your life and embrace the Arizona way of living.
Pay Range
$93,038 - $156,291 /year
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Dignity Health Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic team in Maricopa, Arizona.
Opportunity Highlights:
- Flexibility to work 4 longer days or 5 regular
- After-hours Outpatient Call (by telephone only) is minimal (3-4 weeks/year)
- Outpatient: 36 patient-facing hours/week with scheduled patients and 4 hours per week dedicated administrative time to take care of “tail” of practice and engage in teaching, quality improvement, and service related activities.
- Avg 18-24 patients per day on 8-hour outpatient days
- Great MA support + RN onsite
- Opportunities to get involved in both sponsor and investigator initiated research projects
In collaboration with the physician/medical director assumes clinical responsibility for tasks performed within the APP’s scope of practice.
- Including but not limited to: taking patients' history, performing physical examinations, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, establishing diagnosis and providing care and management for common illnesses and disease prevention in the pediatric and adult patient.
- The APP may assist in the admission transfer or discharge from the Health Care System.
- Makes appropriate referrals to specialists and community agencies.
- Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement programs.
- Participate in teaching students (Physician Assistant Studies, Nurse Practitioner students, Medical Students as applicable) when caring for patients.
- Participate in research, scholarly activity, and clinical innovation within scope of practice.
- Works within a multidisciplinary team to develop plans for the patient and their family.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Current and unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Arizona.
- Current national board certification (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA).
- BLS certification required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in Family Medicine or Primary Care.
- Demonstrate experience or strong interest in telehealth/virtual care delivery.
- Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems; experience with Cerner is a plus.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
- Comfortable working with patients virtually and assessing conditions without a direct physical examination when appropriate.
Where You'll Work
Group Description
Dignity Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the nation, is a growing organization with well-resourced, modern facilities and diverse practice opportunities. With more than 39 acute care hospitals in three states and 9,000 physicians, Dignity Health touches the lives of thousands of people and provides nearly $2 billion in charity care to the communities it serves.
Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed physician group serving the Arizona Service Area. Covering over 45 practice sites, complementing clinical services with translational and bench research, our integrated medical group employs in excess of 250 healthcare providers throughout the valley. Dignity Health Medical Group is continuously expanding in order to meet the needs of the growing patient population in Arizona. With a unified vision of becoming an organization where physicians, care teams and staff come to do their best work—and patients come for the best care—Dignity Health Medical Group is searching for exceptional talent that is patient focused and team-oriented, who can become a part of our mission-driven organization.
Community Description
Discover Maricopa, Arizona – a dynamic and thriving community that seamlessly blends desert charm with modern convenience. Located just a short drive from the cultural and economic hub of Phoenix, Maricopa offers an unparalleled lifestyle. Imagine coming home to a city known for its friendly atmosphere, top-rated schools, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, from scenic hiking trails to championship golf courses. With a diverse and growing population, a strong sense of community, and plentiful sunshine year-round, Maricopa is the perfect place to build your life and embrace the Arizona way of living.
Pay Range
$93,038 - $156,291 /year
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Which companies sponsor visas for physician assistants in Arizona?
Banner Health is the largest employer of physician assistants in Arizona and has a documented history of sponsoring H-1B visas for clinical roles. Dignity Health, Valleywise Health, and the University of Arizona Health Network also sponsor international PAs. Federally Qualified Health Centers and Indian Health Service facilities in Arizona sponsor visas as well, often under cap-exempt provisions.
Which visa types are most common for physician assistant roles in Arizona?
The H-1B is the most common visa for physician assistants in Arizona, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at minimum a master's degree. J-1 visas are used for PAs completing clinical training programs. Some PAs working in underserved or shortage areas may also qualify for J-1 Conrad 30 waivers, which allow them to remain in the U.S. after their exchange program.
Which cities in Arizona have the most physician assistant sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix accounts for the majority of physician assistant sponsorship opportunities in Arizona, driven by its concentration of hospital systems, specialty clinics, and urgent care networks. Tucson is the second most active market, anchored by Banner University Medical Center and affiliated practices. Flagstaff and the rural northern corridor also see demand, particularly from federally funded health programs serving tribal communities.
How to find physician assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters physician assistant roles in Arizona by visa sponsorship eligibility, saving significant research time. Rather than combing through general job postings, you can browse verified sponsoring employers in Arizona's healthcare sector directly on Migrate Mate. Filtering by role and state surfaces active listings from health systems and clinics known to hire internationally trained PAs.
Are there state-specific considerations for physician assistants seeking visa sponsorship in Arizona?
Arizona has a high proportion of Health Professional Shortage Areas, which increases demand for internationally trained PAs and can support J-1 waiver eligibility for those completing exchange programs. The state's large rural and tribal healthcare network means more cap-exempt employers than in urban-only states. Arizona also requires physician assistants to be licensed through the Arizona Medical Board, so international applicants should confirm credential evaluation requirements early.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physician assistant jobs in Arizona?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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