Medical Doctor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California

California is one of the largest markets for medical doctor visa sponsorship in the U.S., driven by major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, Cedars-Sinai, and Stanford Health Care. Demand is concentrated in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, with significant physician shortages in Central Valley communities also creating sponsorship opportunities.

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Open Jobs1,407+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type96% On-site
Median Salary$224K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsSutter Health

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Carbon Health
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Carbon Health
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Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Carbon Health
Rancho Cucamonga, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$59/hr - $82/hr
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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UC Irvine Health
Physician Assistant
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UC Irvine Health
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Physician Assistant
UC Irvine Health
Orange, California
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$86/hr - $118/hr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None
1,001-5,000

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Chaparral Medical Group, Inc.,
Physician Associate (Physician Assistant) Bay Area Street Medicine
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Chaparral Medical Group, Inc.,
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Physician Associate (Physician Assistant) Bay Area Street Medicine
Chaparral Medical Group, Inc.,
San Francisco Bay Area, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
Not listed
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Sutter Health
Physician, Family Medicine / Internal Medicine
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Sutter Health
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Physician, Family Medicine / Internal Medicine
Sutter Health
San Francisco, California
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Other
10,000+

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Community Health Centers of America
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
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Community Health Centers of America
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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Community Health Centers of America
Fresno, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$150,000/yr - $180,000/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
None

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Medical Doctor Job Roles in California

Healthcare Administration1,122 jobs
Medical Specialists836 jobs
Physicians683 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing573 jobs
Nursing514 jobs
Clinical Trials & Medical Research239 jobs
Laboratory Research203 jobs
Biotech & Life Sciences201 jobs
Clinical Trials195 jobs
Dentistry109 jobs

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Medical Doctor Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

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

The J-1 visa and H-1B visa are the most common visa types for international medical doctors in California. J-1 visa is widely used for residency and fellowship training through ECFMG sponsorship. H-1B is typical for attending physician roles after training. Some California health systems also sponsor O-1 visas for physicians with exceptional credentials, and certain underserved area positions may qualify for J-1 Conrad 30 waiver programs.

Which companies sponsor visas for medical doctors in California?

Large integrated health systems are the most active sponsors. Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, Stanford Health Care, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Dignity Health have consistent histories of sponsoring H-1B petitions for physicians. Academic medical centers affiliated with UC campuses, including UC San Diego Health and UC Davis Medical Center, also sponsor international doctors regularly, particularly for specialist and subspecialist roles.

Which cities in California have the most medical doctor sponsorship jobs?

San Francisco and the broader Bay Area lead in physician sponsorship volume, anchored by UCSF, Stanford, and Kaiser's Northern California region. Los Angeles follows closely, with major employers including Cedars-Sinai, UCLA Health, and Keck Medicine of USC. San Diego has strong demand driven by UC San Diego Health and Scripps Health. The Central Valley, including Fresno and Stockton, sees sponsorship activity tied to underserved community health programs.

How to find medical doctor visa sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for international physicians and doctors seeking visa sponsorship roles in California. You can filter by state and specialty to see verified sponsorship opportunities at California health systems and academic medical centers. Because sponsoring a physician involves significant legal and credentialing steps, positions listed on Migrate Mate are from employers who have actively indicated willingness to sponsor work visas for qualified candidates.

Are there state-specific considerations for international medical doctors seeking sponsorship in California?

Yes. California requires medical license verification through the Medical Board of California before physicians can practice, regardless of visa status. International medical graduates must also pass USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3 and complete an accredited residency program. California has a Conrad 30 waiver program allowing J-1 physicians who completed training to waive the two-year home residency requirement by committing to practice in a designated underserved area for at least three years.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical doctor 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.