Dentist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California

California is one of the largest markets for dentist visa sponsorship jobs in the U.S., with demand concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and the Central Valley. Large dental service organizations like Aspen Dental and Western Dental, plus major health systems and community health centers, regularly hire internationally trained dentists across the state.

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Overview

Open Jobs197+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$184K
Top LocationBakersfield, CA
Most JobsWestern Dental Services

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Aspen Dental
Dentist
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Dentist
Aspen Dental
Merced, California
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$300,000/yr - $450,000/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Bay Area Community Health
Dentist
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Bay Area Community Health
San Jose, California
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
$155,760/yr - $180,556/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None
201-500

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JWCH Institute
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Dentist
JWCH Institute
Lancaster, California
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$171,174/yr - $184,305/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Omni Family Health
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Omni Family Health
Bakersfield, California
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$170,000/yr - $197,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Studio Dental
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Studio Dental
San Francisco, California
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Dentistry
$200,000/yr - $250,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Doctorate
11-50

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Dentist Job Roles in California

Dentistry196 jobs
Medical Specialists191 jobs
Healthcare Administration183 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing134 jobs
Nursing10 jobs
Teaching & Instruction2 jobs
Allied Health1 jobs
Higher Education1 jobs

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Dentist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for dentists in California?

Dental service organizations are the most active sponsors in California, including Western Dental, Pacific Dental Services, Aspen Dental, and Gentle Dental. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and community clinics also sponsor frequently, particularly in underserved areas. Large health systems with dental departments, such as Kaiser Permanente and county health departments, have also filed sponsorship petitions for dentist roles.

Which visa types are most common for dentist roles in California?

The H-1B is the most common visa for dentists in California, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a professional degree. The J-1 visa is also widely used through programs that place dentists in Health Professional Shortage Areas, which are common in California's Central Valley and rural counties. Some dentists on TN status (Canadian or Mexican citizens) also work in California under USMCA.

Which cities in California have the most dentist sponsorship jobs?

Los Angeles and the surrounding Southern California metro consistently post the highest volume of dentist sponsorship openings, driven by large DSO networks and community health centers. San Francisco and San Jose see strong demand from health systems and private group practices. The Central Valley cities of Fresno, Stockton, and Bakersfield also have concentrated demand due to federally designated shortage areas that support J-1 waiver placements.

How to find dentist visa sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can search dentist roles in California without sifting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. The platform aggregates openings from DSOs, community health centers, and hospital systems across the state. Filtering by California and the dentist category on Migrate Mate gives you a focused view of employers actively willing to sponsor international candidates.

Are there state-specific factors that affect dentist visa sponsorship in California?

California requires dentists to hold a license from the Dental Board of California, which involves passing national and state clinical board examinations. International dental graduates must complete a CODA-accredited program before licensure, which affects sponsorship timelines. California's high concentration of FQHCs also makes J-1 Conrad 30 waiver slots particularly relevant, as the state regularly allocates waiver positions for dentists committed to serving underserved communities.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored dentist 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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