Physical Therapist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
California has one of the largest physical therapist job markets in the U.S., with major health systems like Dignity Health, Kaiser Permanente, and Cedars-Sinai regularly hiring internationally. Demand is concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento, where hospital networks and outpatient rehabilitation clinics actively recruit qualified physical therapists seeking visa sponsorship.
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Physical Therapist in PT SRM Unit at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. This position is Full time and will work 8-hour Variable Shifts.
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital provides outstanding patient care, earning recognition from U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Regional Hospitals in heart attack and heart failure care. Our hospital's commitment to excellence is also demonstrated through our receipt of Women's Choice award in comprehensive breast care for 10 years in a row.
The practice of Physical Therapy shall include assessment, treatment planning, and implementation, education, communication and demonstration of leadership to address the needs of patients and their families as well as to foster a positive working relationship among professionals and ancillary staff. Position requires general supervision.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited physical therapy school.
- California Physical Therapist License upon hire.
- National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year - Rehabilitation experience.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Fortuna, Healdsburg, Napa, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 426678
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Rehabilitation
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Variable
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 7820 PT SRM
Address: CA Santa Rosa 1165 Montgomery Dr
Work Location: Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $58.46 - $87.98
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Description
Physical Therapist in PT SRM Unit at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. This position is Full time and will work 8-hour Variable Shifts.
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital provides outstanding patient care, earning recognition from U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Regional Hospitals in heart attack and heart failure care. Our hospital's commitment to excellence is also demonstrated through our receipt of Women's Choice award in comprehensive breast care for 10 years in a row.
The practice of Physical Therapy shall include assessment, treatment planning, and implementation, education, communication and demonstration of leadership to address the needs of patients and their families as well as to foster a positive working relationship among professionals and ancillary staff. Position requires general supervision.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited physical therapy school.
- California Physical Therapist License upon hire.
- National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year - Rehabilitation experience.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Fortuna, Healdsburg, Napa, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 426678
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Rehabilitation
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Variable
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 7820 PT SRM
Address: CA Santa Rosa 1165 Montgomery Dr
Work Location: Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $58.46 - $87.98
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
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Which companies sponsor visas for physical therapists in California?
Large hospital systems and healthcare networks are the most consistent sponsors for physical therapists in California. Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Stanford Health Care, and UCSF Health have documented histories of sponsoring H-1B and EB-3 visas for physical therapists. Skilled nursing facilities and outpatient rehabilitation groups also sponsor, though their capacity varies significantly by organization size.
Which visa types are most common for physical therapist roles in California?
Physical therapists in California most commonly obtain work authorization through the H-1B visa or the EB-3 immigrant visa. H-1B classification requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, which physical therapist positions generally meet given the required degree. EB-3 is a popular immigrant visa pathway for healthcare workers, and some employers also use the TN visa for Canadian and Mexican physical therapists under USMCA.
Which cities in California have the most physical therapist sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles has the highest concentration of physical therapist sponsorship opportunities, driven by its large hospital networks and sports medicine clinics. San Francisco and the broader Bay Area follow closely, with Stanford Health Care and UCSF as anchor employers. San Diego is notable for its military-affiliated rehabilitation programs and hospital systems, while Sacramento has growing demand through Sutter Health and UC Davis Medical Center.
How to find physical therapist visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international job seekers and filters physical therapist roles in California by visa sponsorship eligibility. Rather than sorting through general job boards where sponsorship status is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively open to sponsoring, saving significant research time. You can filter by state and role to focus exclusively on California physical therapist positions with sponsorship.
Are there any California-specific considerations for physical therapists seeking visa sponsorship?
Physical therapists must hold a valid California Physical Therapy License issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California before starting work, which requires passing the NPTE and meeting board requirements. This licensure step is separate from visa approval and can take several months, so employers typically factor it into their hiring timelines. California's prevailing wage requirements under H-1B also reflect the state's high cost of living, which influences how employers structure sponsorship offers.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physical therapist 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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