Clinical Medical Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California

California is one of the most active states for clinical medical assistant hiring, with large health systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health operating across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento. International candidates seeking visa sponsorship will find the most opportunities in major metro areas where these integrated care networks maintain high patient volumes.

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Overview

Open Jobs548+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type98% On-site
Salary Range$23K – $31K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsSutter Health

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Rady Children's Hospital
Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) I/Patient Access Representative II
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Rady Children's Hospital
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Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) I/Patient Access Representative II
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$23/hr - $31/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School
5,001-10,000

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CommonSpirit Health
Medical Assistant Patient Services Rep
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CommonSpirit Health
New 10h ago
Medical Assistant Patient Services Rep
CommonSpirit Health
Rancho Cordova, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service & Support
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$24/hr - $27/hr
On-Site
High School

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Northern Valley Indian Health
Medical Assistant
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Northern Valley Indian Health
New 12h ago
Medical Assistant
Northern Valley Indian Health
Woodland, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$21/hr - $26/hr
On-Site
None
51-200

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Redlands Community Hospital
Medical Assistant
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Redlands Community Hospital
New 13h ago
Medical Assistant
Redlands Community Hospital
Redlands, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$23/hr - $28/hr
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Sutter Health
Medical Assistant
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Sutter Health
New 15h ago
Medical Assistant
Sutter Health
San Jose, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$32/hr - $40/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Clinical Medical Assistant Job Roles in California

Healthcare Administration512 jobs
Clinical Support496 jobs
Medical Assistant492 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing437 jobs
Nursing117 jobs
Allied Health58 jobs
Clinical Trials & Medical Research42 jobs
Clinical Trials40 jobs
Laboratory Research34 jobs
Biotech & Life Sciences29 jobs

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Clinical Medical Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for clinical medical assistants in California?

Large integrated health systems are the most consistent sponsors for clinical medical assistant roles in California. Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, Sutter Health, and UCLA Health have established HR infrastructure to support visa petitions. Community health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across the Central Valley and Los Angeles County also sponsor international workers, particularly where there are documented shortages of qualified clinical staff.

Which visa types are most common for clinical medical assistant roles in California?

H-1B sponsorship for clinical medical assistant roles is uncommon because the position typically does not meet the specialty occupation requirement of a minimum bachelor's degree in a specific field. Employers more commonly use TN visas for eligible Canadian and Mexican nationals in related clinical roles. Some facilities also pursue permanent residence sponsorship through the EB-3 category, which covers skilled workers and does not require a specialty occupation finding.

Which cities in California have the most clinical medical assistant sponsorship jobs?

Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and Sacramento account for the largest share of clinical medical assistant job postings in California, driven by the density of hospitals, outpatient clinics, and physician groups in those metros. The Inland Empire and San Jose also show consistent hiring activity. Rural and underserved areas in the Central Valley sometimes offer sponsorship incentives tied to healthcare shortage designations.

How to find clinical medical assistant visa sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to find clinical medical assistant roles in California where employers are actively open to sponsoring international candidates. Rather than sorting through general job boards, you can search directly for clinical medical assistant positions in California on Migrate Mate and focus your applications on employers who have already indicated sponsorship willingness.

Are there state-specific considerations for clinical medical assistants seeking sponsorship in California?

California requires clinical medical assistants to work under direct physician supervision and mandates specific training standards regulated by the Medical Board of California. Internationally trained candidates should verify that their credentials and training hours meet California's requirements before applying. California's prevailing wage laws and strong labor protections also mean sponsored employees in this role are entitled to the same wage standards as their locally hired counterparts, which employers must certify during the sponsorship process.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored clinical medical assistant jobs in California?

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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