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Ambulatory clinical pharmacists consistently rank among the most sponsorship-friendly pharmacy roles in the U.S. Hospitals and outpatient health systems regularly file H-1B visa and EB-3 petitions for qualified candidates, and the PharmD degree requirement makes this a clear specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ambulatory Surgery Patient Support Assistant.
In this role, the successful candidate provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, supporting clinical, procedural, and unit-based operations in the ASC setting. Ensures a safe, clean, and efficient patient care environment while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and supporting the surgical team with equipment, supply, and procedural readiness.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Patient Care:
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support.
- Perform vital signs monitoring (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, respirations), weight, and intake/output tracking; report abnormalities to RN.
- Conduct patient rounds to address comfort, safety, and personal needs; respond promptly to call lights.
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges, including patient preparation, belongings management, and escorting.
- Support basic clinical tasks such as specimen collection, simple treatments, enema support, oxygen and suction setup.
- Observe and report changes in patient condition.
Procedural / ASC Support:
- Ensure operating/procedural rooms and units are stocked and prepared with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Provide direct assistance to surgical/procedural teams.
- Demonstrate knowledge of sterile technique and infection prevention practices.
- Assist with patient preparation for procedures.
Environment, Equipment & Safety:
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
- Manage equipment readiness, stocking, and supply accountability.
- Follow infection control, safety, and hazardous materials protocols.
- Assist in emergency situations and respond to clinical alarms.
Communication & Collaboration:
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Deliver compassionate, respectful, culturally competent care.
- Respond to patient and family concerns appropriately.
Team Support & Unit Operations:
- Complete delegated tasks from nursing staff and support workflow.
- Assist with patient transport and unit operations.
- Participate in meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support onboarding and guidance of new staff.
Professional Development & Accountability:
- Maintain competencies and complete required training.
- Demonstrate accountability for patient care and resources.
- Seek learning opportunities and request assistance when needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify you must have a High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position. Competencies: Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities, other language an asset; Strong customer service and communication skills.
Required Licenses: Basic Life Support Cert
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $33,212.56 – $57,207.78 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here.
Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
ABOUT NYU LANGONE HEALTH
Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care
NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone’s inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
OUR HIRING PROCESS
Joining Our Team
Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine.
Step 1
Apply Online
The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed.
Step 2
Schedule Interviews
If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews.
Step 3
Receive Offer
If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date.
Step 4
Training & Orientation
You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.
INTRODUCTION
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ambulatory Surgery Patient Support Assistant.
In this role, the successful candidate provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, supporting clinical, procedural, and unit-based operations in the ASC setting. Ensures a safe, clean, and efficient patient care environment while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and supporting the surgical team with equipment, supply, and procedural readiness.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Patient Care:
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support.
- Perform vital signs monitoring (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, respirations), weight, and intake/output tracking; report abnormalities to RN.
- Conduct patient rounds to address comfort, safety, and personal needs; respond promptly to call lights.
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges, including patient preparation, belongings management, and escorting.
- Support basic clinical tasks such as specimen collection, simple treatments, enema support, oxygen and suction setup.
- Observe and report changes in patient condition.
Procedural / ASC Support:
- Ensure operating/procedural rooms and units are stocked and prepared with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Provide direct assistance to surgical/procedural teams.
- Demonstrate knowledge of sterile technique and infection prevention practices.
- Assist with patient preparation for procedures.
Environment, Equipment & Safety:
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
- Manage equipment readiness, stocking, and supply accountability.
- Follow infection control, safety, and hazardous materials protocols.
- Assist in emergency situations and respond to clinical alarms.
Communication & Collaboration:
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Deliver compassionate, respectful, culturally competent care.
- Respond to patient and family concerns appropriately.
Team Support & Unit Operations:
- Complete delegated tasks from nursing staff and support workflow.
- Assist with patient transport and unit operations.
- Participate in meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support onboarding and guidance of new staff.
Professional Development & Accountability:
- Maintain competencies and complete required training.
- Demonstrate accountability for patient care and resources.
- Seek learning opportunities and request assistance when needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify you must have a High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position. Competencies: Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities, other language an asset; Strong customer service and communication skills.
Required Licenses: Basic Life Support Cert
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $33,212.56 – $57,207.78 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here.
Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
ABOUT NYU LANGONE HEALTH
Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care
NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone’s inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
OUR HIRING PROCESS
Joining Our Team
Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine.
Step 1
Apply Online
The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed.
Step 2
Schedule Interviews
If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews.
Step 3
Receive Offer
If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date.
Step 4
Training & Orientation
You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist
Target health systems with established immigration programs
Large academic medical centers and integrated health systems like Kaiser, VA facilities, and multi-site hospital networks file H-1B and green card petitions regularly. Their HR teams are familiar with the process, which reduces delays and internal friction for sponsored candidates.
Confirm your PharmD meets U.S. equivalency standards
Foreign pharmacy degrees require a credential evaluation before USCIS will accept them as equivalent to a U.S. PharmD. Use a NACES-member evaluator and obtain a course-by-course evaluation. This document is required for both H-1B petitions and state board licensure applications.
Get your state pharmacist license before the offer stage if possible
Most ambulatory roles require an active state license, not just eligibility. Candidates who already hold a license in the target state move through hiring faster and reduce the employer's compliance burden, which meaningfully improves your chances of securing sponsorship.
Understand the H-1B cap and plan your timeline accordingly
Ambulatory pharmacist roles are cap-subject unless the employer is a nonprofit or academic institution. H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start. If you miss the lottery, cap-exempt employers or O-1 visa pathways may be viable alternatives worth exploring.
Ask employers directly about their PERM and EB-3 experience
Many health systems that sponsor H-1B visas also run EB-3 green card processes for pharmacists. Asking during interviews whether the organization has completed PERM filings before signals seriousness and helps you assess whether permanent residence is a realistic long-term outcome.
Highlight clinical specialization to strengthen your petition
Ambulatory pharmacists with documented expertise in anticoagulation, oncology, or chronic disease management present a stronger specialty occupation case to USCIS. Specific clinical credentials and collaborative practice agreements in your experience make the degree-to-role connection clearer and harder to challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do ambulatory clinical pharmacist roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Ambulatory clinical pharmacist positions consistently qualify as specialty occupations because they require a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree as the minimum entry credential. USCIS has recognized pharmacy as a specialty occupation in repeated approvals. The clinical and patient-care complexity of ambulatory roles strengthens this classification further, particularly when the job description specifies advanced clinical responsibilities like medication therapy management or collaborative practice agreements.
Can foreign-trained pharmacists get sponsored for this role?
Yes, but two prerequisites apply before sponsorship is viable. First, your foreign pharmacy degree must be evaluated by a NACES-accredited credential evaluator and found equivalent to a U.S. PharmD. Second, you must obtain licensure from the state board of pharmacy in the state where you'll work, which typically requires passing the NAPLEX and MPJE exams. Once both are in place, sponsorship eligibility is effectively the same as for U.S.-trained candidates.
How common is visa sponsorship for ambulatory pharmacist positions?
Sponsorship is more common in this role than in most healthcare positions. Pharmacist shortages across outpatient and ambulatory care settings have pushed many health systems to recruit internationally. DOL LCA disclosure data shows consistent H-1B visa filings for pharmacist titles at large hospital networks and integrated health systems. You can browse currently open sponsored ambulatory pharmacist roles on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for positions offering visa sponsorship.
Is an EB-3 green card a realistic pathway for ambulatory clinical pharmacists?
It is, and pharmacists are among the professional categories where EB-3 sponsorship is relatively common. Many large health systems that have gone through the process before will initiate PERM labor certification after an H-1B approval. The PharmD requirement typically satisfies the EB-3 professional category standard. India-born applicants face significant priority date backlogs, but applicants from most other countries can expect substantially shorter waits before a visa number becomes available.
What happens to my visa status if I change employers as a sponsored pharmacist?
If you're on H-1B status, you can change employers using H-1B portability, provided your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires. You can begin working for the new employer once the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval. If your green card process was already underway, an EB-3 priority date with an approved I-140 may port to a new employer under AC21 rules after 180 days, though consulting an immigration attorney is strongly recommended before making a move.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist jobs?
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.