Pharmacist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
California is one of the largest markets for pharmacist visa sponsorship in the U.S., driven by major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and Dignity Health, alongside a dense network of retail pharmacy chains. Hiring is concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento, with strong demand across hospital, clinical, and specialty pharmacy settings.
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Get Access To All JobsANTICIPATED HOURLY RANGE: $56.10-$88.33
BONUS ELIGIBLE: No
BENEFITS: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401k savings plan
- Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Work-Life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
APPLICATION WINDOW ANTICIPATED TO CLOSE: 12/01/2026 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
SHIFT:
- Schedule including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage
- Weekday shifts are 1:30am-10:00am, 5:30am-2:00pm, or 8:00am-4:30pm
- Weekend shift is 4:00am-12:30pm
- Flexibility required to support business needs
WHAT NUCLEAR PHARMACY CONTRIBUTES TO CARDINAL HEALTH
Nuclear Pharmacy is responsible for providing radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs to medical care providers under highly regulated State and Federal guidelines; may also consult with or advise physicians and nuclear medicine technologists on the safe and efficacious use of radioactive drugs for diagnosis and therapy.
Responsibilities
- Provides pharmaceutical care to patients as a staff pharmacist, including compounding of nuclear medications, testing for quality through chromatography, and directing distribution of medication using a team of drivers.
- Assesses and maintains pharmacy inventory and executes necessary orders, including reviews, to maintain optimal supply and ongoing availability of drugs, identifying and procuring alternative drugs to mitigate risks, when necessary.
- Leads processes for hiring of pharmacy staff, onboarding, and performance management, including leadership of competency evaluations process and documentation.
- Manages and directs internal workflows of nuclear pharmacy, including optimization of staffing and scheduling to maintain best-in-class and streamlined pharmacy operations.
- Assists in execution of plans for lowering costs, increasing efficiency and driving profitable growth to support strategic business objectives in the nuclear pharmacy business.
- Maintains relationships with outside suppliers and vendors to understand availability of drug components and assist in demand planning.
- Participates in administrative tasks to facilitate nuclear pharmacy operations, including interactions with customers.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and/or PharmD preferred
- Valid Pharmacist License in CA, preferred
- Must complete at least 200 hours of academic training in a nuclear pharmacy through an accredited program
- Working knowledge of biohazardous waste management procedures preferred
- Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
- Strong customer service skills
- Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects
- Demonstrated manual dexterity in order to dispense doses
- Ability to lift containers weighing up to 75 pounds
- Willingness to travel if needed
- Must hold a valid driver's license in the state in which the pharmacy is located
- Flexibility to work various shifts or overtime as needed
- Intermediate computer skills (ability to use computers and tablets)
- Ability to work weekends/holidays/on-call or be in a rotation
- Prior Authorized User certification is preferred. Nuclear Pharmacy Training can be provided in house
- Authorized User: As defined in part by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, an individual who has completed a minimum of 700 hours of training in a structured educational program consisting of both didactic training and supervised on the job training in radiation physics, instrumentation, radiation protection, chemistry, math and radiation biology. This is usually divided into two sections: 200 hours of formal course work and 500 hours of supervised experience. For current pharmacists, the requirements are the same plus a preceptor statement of training from an Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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ANTICIPATED HOURLY RANGE: $56.10-$88.33
BONUS ELIGIBLE: No
BENEFITS: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401k savings plan
- Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Work-Life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
APPLICATION WINDOW ANTICIPATED TO CLOSE: 12/01/2026 if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
SHIFT:
- Schedule including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage
- Weekday shifts are 1:30am-10:00am, 5:30am-2:00pm, or 8:00am-4:30pm
- Weekend shift is 4:00am-12:30pm
- Flexibility required to support business needs
WHAT NUCLEAR PHARMACY CONTRIBUTES TO CARDINAL HEALTH
Nuclear Pharmacy is responsible for providing radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs to medical care providers under highly regulated State and Federal guidelines; may also consult with or advise physicians and nuclear medicine technologists on the safe and efficacious use of radioactive drugs for diagnosis and therapy.
Responsibilities
- Provides pharmaceutical care to patients as a staff pharmacist, including compounding of nuclear medications, testing for quality through chromatography, and directing distribution of medication using a team of drivers.
- Assesses and maintains pharmacy inventory and executes necessary orders, including reviews, to maintain optimal supply and ongoing availability of drugs, identifying and procuring alternative drugs to mitigate risks, when necessary.
- Leads processes for hiring of pharmacy staff, onboarding, and performance management, including leadership of competency evaluations process and documentation.
- Manages and directs internal workflows of nuclear pharmacy, including optimization of staffing and scheduling to maintain best-in-class and streamlined pharmacy operations.
- Assists in execution of plans for lowering costs, increasing efficiency and driving profitable growth to support strategic business objectives in the nuclear pharmacy business.
- Maintains relationships with outside suppliers and vendors to understand availability of drug components and assist in demand planning.
- Participates in administrative tasks to facilitate nuclear pharmacy operations, including interactions with customers.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and/or PharmD preferred
- Valid Pharmacist License in CA, preferred
- Must complete at least 200 hours of academic training in a nuclear pharmacy through an accredited program
- Working knowledge of biohazardous waste management procedures preferred
- Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
- Strong customer service skills
- Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects
- Demonstrated manual dexterity in order to dispense doses
- Ability to lift containers weighing up to 75 pounds
- Willingness to travel if needed
- Must hold a valid driver's license in the state in which the pharmacy is located
- Flexibility to work various shifts or overtime as needed
- Intermediate computer skills (ability to use computers and tablets)
- Ability to work weekends/holidays/on-call or be in a rotation
- Prior Authorized User certification is preferred. Nuclear Pharmacy Training can be provided in house
- Authorized User: As defined in part by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, an individual who has completed a minimum of 700 hours of training in a structured educational program consisting of both didactic training and supervised on the job training in radiation physics, instrumentation, radiation protection, chemistry, math and radiation biology. This is usually divided into two sections: 200 hours of formal course work and 500 hours of supervised experience. For current pharmacists, the requirements are the same plus a preceptor statement of training from an Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
To read and review this privacy notice click here
Pharmacist Job Roles in California
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Which companies sponsor visas for pharmacists in California?
Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, Dignity Health, Cedars-Sinai, and UCSF Health are among the California health systems with documented histories of sponsoring pharmacists on H-1B visas. Large retail chains operating in California, including CVS Health and Walgreens, have also filed H-1B petitions for pharmacist roles. Sponsorship availability varies by location, role type, and the employer's current hiring needs.
Which visa types are most common for pharmacist roles in California?
The H-1B visa is the most common pathway for internationally trained pharmacists in California. Pharmacist roles generally qualify as specialty occupations because they require at minimum a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. Some candidates from countries with specific treaty agreements may qualify under TN visa (Canadian and Mexican nationals) or E-3 visa (Australian nationals) categories, which are not subject to the H-1B lottery.
Which cities in California have the most pharmacist sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area account for the largest share of pharmacist sponsorship activity in California, reflecting the concentration of major academic medical centers, health systems, and specialty pharmacy employers. San Diego has a notable cluster of hospital and biotech-affiliated pharmacy roles. Sacramento also sees consistent demand given its large regional health networks and proximity to state government healthcare programs.
How to find pharmacist visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship and filters pharmacist roles by state, including California. Rather than sorting through general job boards where sponsorship status is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces positions from employers with active sponsorship histories. Filtering by California on Migrate Mate gives you a focused list of pharmacist openings where sponsorship is part of the hiring picture.
Are there state-specific considerations for pharmacists seeking sponsorship in California?
California requires pharmacists to hold a valid California Board of Pharmacy license, which involves passing the NAPLEX and MPJE exams and meeting Board-specific requirements. International candidates should confirm their foreign pharmacy credentials are evaluated for licensure eligibility before pursuing roles that require an active California license. Some employers sponsor candidates who are license-eligible but not yet licensed, while others require an active license before extending an offer.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored pharmacist 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.