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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Overview

Open Jobs377+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type100% On-site
Salary Range$37K – $45K
Top LocationLos Angeles, CA
Most JobsCommonSpirit Health

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Providence
Santa Rosa, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$58/hr - $87/hr
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Other
10,000+

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Welbe Health LLC
Physical Therapist
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Physical Therapist
Welbe Health LLC
Stockton, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
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Interstate Therapy Solutions (Formerly Interstate Rehab)
Physical Therapist
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Interstate Therapy Solutions (Formerly Interstate Rehab)
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Physical Therapist
Interstate Therapy Solutions (Formerly Interstate Rehab)
Victorville, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$55/hr - $62/hr
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GlobalPoint
Physical Therapist
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Physical Therapist
GlobalPoint
Sonoma, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
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1+ yr exp.
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Sutter Health
Physical Therapist Resident
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Sutter Health
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Physical Therapist Resident
Sutter Health
San Carlos, California
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$108,576/yr
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Physical Therapist Job Roles in California

Healthcare Administration367 jobs
Physical Therapy364 jobs
Allied Health359 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing288 jobs
Nursing86 jobs
Occupational Therapy15 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health12 jobs
Human Resources2 jobs
Teaching & Instruction2 jobs
Business Development1 jobs

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Physical Therapist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

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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