Advanced Practice Provider Jobs in California

Advanced Practice Provider jobs in California are among the most active in the nation, concentrated in hospital systems, integrated health networks, outpatient specialty clinics, and community health centers, with openings at every level from new-graduate NPs and PAs through senior and lead clinical positions. The highest volume of hiring is in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCSF Health maintain large and ongoing advanced practice provider pipelines. The most in-demand specialties across the state are primary care, urgent care, oncology, and behavioral health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles7+
Top employerFamily HealthCare Network
Top cityBakersfield, CA
Cities hiring7
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Family HealthCare Network
Advanced Practice Provider - Women's Health
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Family HealthCare Network
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Advanced Practice Provider - Women's Health
Family HealthCare Network
Goshen, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$143k - $229k/yr
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Stanford Health Care
Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)
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Stanford Health Care
Added 6d ago
Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)
Stanford Health Care
Palo Alto, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$89 - $117/hr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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OneOncology
Advanced Practice Provider
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OneOncology
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Advanced Practice Provider
OneOncology
Torrance, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$135k - $160k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Family HealthCare Network
Advanced Practice Provider - Pediatrics
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Family HealthCare Network
Added 3w ago
Advanced Practice Provider - Pediatrics
Family HealthCare Network
Orosi, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$143k - $229k/yr
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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University of California - San Francisco
Advanced Practice Provider Manager
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University of California - San Francisco
Added 2mo ago
Advanced Practice Provider Manager
University of California - San Francisco
San Francisco, California
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Advanced Practice Provider Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bakersfield
1 jobs
Goshen
1 jobs
Los Angeles
1 jobs
Orosi
1 jobs
Palo Alto
1 jobs
San Francisco
1 jobs
Torrance
1 jobs

Advanced Practice Provider Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Family HealthCare Network
    Family HealthCare Network2
  • Adventist Health
    Adventist Health1
  • Children's Hospital Los Angeles
    Children's Hospital Los Angeles1
  • OneOncology
    OneOncology1
  • Stanford Health Care
    Stanford Health Care1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services6
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
  • Education1
  • Government & Public Sector1

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in advanced practice provider jobs across California.

  • Active California NP or PA license issued by the California Medical Board or Board of Registered Nursing
  • National board certification such as ANCC, AANPCP, or NCCPA appropriate to the specialty
  • Master's or doctoral degree in nursing or physician assistant studies from an accredited program
  • Current DEA registration and California furnishing number for roles with prescriptive authority
  • BLS and ACLS certification current at time of hire or within specified onboarding period
  • Minimum one to three years of clinical experience in the relevant specialty or patient population

Advanced Practice Provider Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a advanced practice provider in California?

Nurse practitioners must obtain licensure through the California Board of Registered Nursing, which requires completing an accredited graduate-level NP program and passing a national board certification exam such as the ANCC or AANPCP. Physician assistants are licensed by the Physician Assistant Board of California after graduating from an accredited PA program and passing the PANCE. California also requires a separate furnishing number through the BRN or PAB for prescriptive authority, and ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure.

How much do advanced practice providers make in California?

Advanced practice providers in California earn a median of about $168,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $120,340 for the lowest 10% to over $240,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire advanced practice providers in California?

Employers hiring advanced practice providers in California right now include Family HealthCare Network, Adventist Health, and Children's Hospital Los Angeles, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's large integrated systems and community health networks tend to post consistently throughout the year, making them reliable targets for ongoing applications.

Which California cities have the most advanced practice provider jobs?

Bakersfield, Goshen, and Los Angeles have the most advanced practice provider openings in California. Los Angeles and the Bay Area lead because of their dense concentration of academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and specialty group practices, while San Diego's strong research hospital and military-affiliated healthcare sector sustains consistent demand outside the two primary metros.

Are there remote advanced practice provider jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Advanced practice provider work is inherently hands-on and the vast majority of roles require in-person patient care. About 0% of advanced practice provider openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telehealth triage, chronic disease management, or utilization review rather than direct procedural or acute care.

How can I get hired as a advanced practice provider in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate residency or fellowship program, and California has some of the country's most established options. Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, and the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System run structured NP and PA residencies that are specifically designed for candidates without post-graduate clinical hours. Candidates who begin in a registered nurse or medical assistant role at a large California system often transition internally once they complete their advanced practice degree. A completed California furnishing number and at least one specialty board certification give new graduates a meaningful edge in a competitive pool.

Where can I find and apply to advanced practice provider jobs in California?

You can find and apply to advanced practice provider jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly.

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