Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Maine
Emergency medicine physician assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Maine are concentrated at health systems like Maine Medical Center in Portland, Northern Light Health across Bangor and beyond, and Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. With Maine's aging population and rural care gaps, demand for EM PAs with visa sponsorship is steady across both urban and critical-access hospitals.
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Job Title: General Surgery Physician Assistant
Employment Type: Full-Time
Organization: Central Maine Healthcare
Location: Lewiston, Maine
Position Overview
Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a General Surgery PA to join its team serving the Central Maine region. The General Surgery PA provides comprehensive surgical care in collaboration with attending surgeons and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, assisting in surgical procedures, managing perioperative care, performing bedside procedures, and coordinating patient care across inpatient, outpatient, and surgical settings. The PA functions within the scope of practice established by state regulations, hospital policies, and credentialing requirements.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- Potential for sign on bonus with options for loan repayment and relocation assistance
Why Central Maine Healthcare?
At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.
About the Community
Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining, and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.
Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
- Evaluate surgical consultations and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with supervising surgeons.
- Manage preoperative, postoperative, and follow-up patient care.
- Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, radiologic, and diagnostic test results.
- Conduct daily inpatient rounds and coordinate patient management plans.
- Assess and manage acute and chronic surgical conditions.
Surgical Assistance
- Assist surgeons in the operating room during surgical procedures.
- Perform first-assist duties including tissue handling, suturing, retraction, hemostasis, and wound closure as credentialed.
- Participate in robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical procedures as appropriate.
- Ensure proper surgical documentation and postoperative orders.
Procedures
- Perform bedside procedures within scope and privileges, which may include:
- Wound care and debridement
- Incision and drainage
- Suture and staple removal
- Placement and removal of drains
- Central venous catheter removal
- Nasogastric tube placement
- Minor surgical procedures as credentialed
Care Coordination
- Collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, case management, and ancillary services.
- Facilitate discharge planning and transitions of care.
- Provide patient and family education regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative care.
- Coordinate outpatient follow-up and continuity of care.
Documentation and Compliance
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Complete operative notes, consultation notes, discharge summaries, and procedure documentation as required.
- Adhere to hospital, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Qualifications
- Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current state license as a Physician Assistant
- BLS upon hire and maintain current
- Two years of experience as a Physician Assistant preferred
- Previous experience with electronic health record
Pay Transparency
Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $136,000 to $154,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Overview
Job Title: General Surgery Physician Assistant
Employment Type: Full-Time
Organization: Central Maine Healthcare
Location: Lewiston, Maine
Position Overview
Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a General Surgery PA to join its team serving the Central Maine region. The General Surgery PA provides comprehensive surgical care in collaboration with attending surgeons and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, assisting in surgical procedures, managing perioperative care, performing bedside procedures, and coordinating patient care across inpatient, outpatient, and surgical settings. The PA functions within the scope of practice established by state regulations, hospital policies, and credentialing requirements.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- Potential for sign on bonus with options for loan repayment and relocation assistance
Why Central Maine Healthcare?
At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.
About the Community
Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining, and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.
Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
- Evaluate surgical consultations and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with supervising surgeons.
- Manage preoperative, postoperative, and follow-up patient care.
- Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, radiologic, and diagnostic test results.
- Conduct daily inpatient rounds and coordinate patient management plans.
- Assess and manage acute and chronic surgical conditions.
Surgical Assistance
- Assist surgeons in the operating room during surgical procedures.
- Perform first-assist duties including tissue handling, suturing, retraction, hemostasis, and wound closure as credentialed.
- Participate in robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical procedures as appropriate.
- Ensure proper surgical documentation and postoperative orders.
Procedures
- Perform bedside procedures within scope and privileges, which may include:
- Wound care and debridement
- Incision and drainage
- Suture and staple removal
- Placement and removal of drains
- Central venous catheter removal
- Nasogastric tube placement
- Minor surgical procedures as credentialed
Care Coordination
- Collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, case management, and ancillary services.
- Facilitate discharge planning and transitions of care.
- Provide patient and family education regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative care.
- Coordinate outpatient follow-up and continuity of care.
Documentation and Compliance
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Complete operative notes, consultation notes, discharge summaries, and procedure documentation as required.
- Adhere to hospital, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Qualifications
- Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current state license as a Physician Assistant
- BLS upon hire and maintain current
- Two years of experience as a Physician Assistant preferred
- Previous experience with electronic health record
Pay Transparency
Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $136,000 to $154,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Job Roles in Maine
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Which companies sponsor visas for emergency medicine physician assistants in Maine?
The largest sponsors for emergency medicine PA roles in Maine are Maine Medical Center (the state's flagship academic hospital), Northern Light Health (a multi-site system spanning Bangor, Brewer, and rural communities), and Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. Smaller critical-access hospitals such as Down East Community Hospital and Calais Regional Hospital also occasionally sponsor, particularly when local candidate pools are thin.
Which visa types realistically fit emergency medicine physician assistant roles in Maine?
Emergency medicine PA roles are specialty occupations requiring a master's degree and national certification, so they qualify for H-1B visa status and, for Chilean nationals, H-1B1 visa, and for Singaporean nationals, H-1B visa1 as well. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa. Candidates finishing a PA program on F-1 status may use OPT for 12 months of post-graduation work. STEM OPT does not apply to PA programs, which are not STEM-designated degrees. A green card via EB-2 or EB-3 is a longer-term pathway many Maine health systems support through PERM labor certification.
Which cities in Maine have the most emergency medicine physician assistant sponsorship jobs?
Portland anchors the highest concentration of EM PA sponsorship opportunities through Maine Medical Center and its affiliated urgent care network. Bangor is the second-largest market, anchored by Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. Lewiston and Augusta also see consistent openings. Because Maine has significant rural coverage needs, mid-coast and northern regions like Presque Isle and Machias post EM PA roles more often than comparably sized towns in other states.
How to find emergency medicine physician assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Maine?
Migrate Mate lists Maine employers with verified visa sponsorship history for healthcare roles including emergency medicine physician assistants, so you can focus your search on organizations that have actively sponsored rather than guessing. Filter by Maine and the EM PA role to see current openings at systems like Maine Medical Center and Northern Light Health. Migrate Mate surfaces sponsorship track records so you can prioritize outreach to employers already familiar with the H-1B or E-3 visa process.
Are there state-specific factors that affect emergency medicine PA sponsorship in Maine?
Maine's PA scope-of-practice law grants PAs significant autonomy, which makes EM PA hiring straightforward for most hospital systems without additional state licensing hurdles beyond national NCCPA certification and Maine licensure. The state's rural health shortage designations in many counties can support J-1 visa waiver applications for physicians, but EM PAs typically pursue H-1B or green card pathways instead. University of New England in Biddeford runs one of the region's established PA programs and has connections to Maine hospital employers.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored emergency medicine physician assistant jobs in Maine?
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.