Healthcare Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in California

California is one of the largest markets for healthcare Green Card sponsorship in the United States, with major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and UCLA Health regularly sponsoring international workers across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento. Roles spanning nursing, physician, and allied health disciplines drive consistent EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship activity across the state.

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Open Jobs4,750+
Work Type91% On-site
Median Salary$94K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsSutter Health

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DermCare Management
Marketing Content Creator
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DermCare Management
New 1h ago
Marketing Content Creator
DermCare Management
Rancho Mirage, California
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
Social Media Management
Content Marketing
$20/hr - $29/hr
On-Site
High School
501-1,000

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Family Health Centers of San Diego
Psychiatrist
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Family Health Centers of San Diego
New 2h ago
Psychiatrist
Family Health Centers of San Diego
La Mesa, California
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$316,000/yr - $424,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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AltaMed Health Services
Pharmacist in Charge
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AltaMed Health Services
New 2h ago
Pharmacist in Charge
AltaMed Health Services
West Covina, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$77/hr - $96/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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Rady Children's Hospital
Innovation Engineer
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Rady Children's Hospital
New 4h ago
Innovation Engineer
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, California
Specialized Engineering
Healthcare Administration
Engineering (Non-Software)
Biomedical Engineering
$37/hr - $51/hr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Clinica Sierra Vista
Medical Assistant I-Float
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Clinica Sierra Vista
New 10h ago
Medical Assistant I-Float
Clinica Sierra Vista
Delano, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$21/hr - $25/hr
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Green Card Healthcare Job Roles in California

Healthcare Administration3,275 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing2,026 jobs
Nursing1,659 jobs
Allied Health1,041 jobs
Medical Specialists492 jobs
Physicians480 jobs
Clinical Support431 jobs
Project & Program Management353 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health250 jobs
Project Management246 jobs

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Healthcare Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

Which healthcare companies sponsor Green Card visas in California?

Large integrated health systems are the most consistent sponsors. Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, Dignity Health, Stanford Health Care, and UCLA Health have established immigration programs that regularly support EB-2 and EB-3 petitions. Academic medical centers affiliated with UC San Francisco, UC San Diego, and USC also sponsor physicians and researchers. Sponsorship practices vary by role, facility, and hiring cycle, so confirming with each employer directly is important.

Which cities in California have the most healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento account for the highest concentration of healthcare Green Card sponsorship activity in California. Los Angeles and the broader Bay Area have dense networks of hospitals, specialty clinics, and academic medical centers. San Diego has a strong life sciences and hospital presence, while Sacramento is a regional hub for state government-affiliated healthcare facilities and large community health systems.

What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in California?

Registered nurses, physicians, surgeons, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical laboratory scientists, and radiologic technologists are among the roles most commonly sponsored. Positions requiring specialized licensure or postgraduate training, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, also qualify regularly. Roles that are harder to fill locally tend to attract more sponsorship willingness from California employers, particularly in rural and underserved regions.

How do I find healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by visa type, state, and industry to surface healthcare roles in California where employers have indicated Green Card sponsorship. Because sponsorship willingness is not always visible on general job boards, using a platform focused on visa-sponsored positions helps you focus your applications on employers already open to supporting an immigration case.

Are there California-specific considerations for healthcare Green Card sponsorship?

California requires its own state licensing for most healthcare professions, separate from any federal immigration process. For example, registered nurses must hold a California Board of Registered Nursing license, and physicians must be licensed by the Medical Board of California before practicing. Employers typically require or expect active California licensure before initiating or completing a Green Card petition, so beginning the licensing process early is important for international candidates.

What is the prevailing wage for Green Card healthcare 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.