Radiologist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
California is one of the largest markets for radiologist visa sponsorship jobs in the U.S., with major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCSF Health regularly hiring internationally trained radiologists. Demand is concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where academic medical centers and large hospital networks drive consistent sponsorship activity.
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Job ID 20980
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Category Faculty/Physician
Date posted 10/01/2026
Job Description
Cedars-Sinai Imaging Medical Group is seeking a full-time Body Imaging Radiologist to join our 15-person Body Imaging team within a large, collaborative multi-specialty group of more than 50 radiologists.
This opportunity is specifically designed for radiologists interested in a dedicated swing or night shift schedule, with two full-time schedule options available:
- Swing Shift: 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Night Shift: 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM
The position encompasses the full scope of Body Imaging, including a broad range of CT, MRI and ultrasound, within a high-volume academic medical center. The role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and complex patient population while collaborating with an experienced team of subspecialty-trained radiologists and clinical colleagues.
Cedars-Sinai offers state-of-the-art imaging technology, including dual-energy CT, 3T and 1.5T MRI scanners, dedicated 3T research MRI, PET/MR and PET/CT.
The position includes onsite and remote reading capabilities, including a home workstation, providing flexibility appropriate to the designated evening or overnight schedule.
As an academic medical center, Cedars-Sinai also provides opportunities for teaching and research, supported by our approved four-year Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program and established Body Imaging Fellowship.
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 958 licensed beds, more than 3,000 physicians, 4,700+ nurses, and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff.
Cedars-Sinai has been named to the Gold Honor Roll for the 10th consecutive year and tied for #1 in California on U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2025-26” rankings. We are a national leader in providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare encompassing primary and highly specialized medicine, while conducting research that leads to lifesaving discoveries and innovations.
Compensation & Benefits
Cedars-Sinai offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional and personal success, including competitive base compensation; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits; a retirement savings program with employer contributions; generous paid time off and CME support; relocation assistance where applicable; a sign-on bonus; and forgivable housing loan assistance for eligible candidates.
Our forgivable housing loan program is designed to help physicians establish themselves in the Los Angeles area and ease the transition to one of the nation's most dynamic healthcare markets.
Our Compensation Philosophy
We offer a competitive total compensation and benefits package to our physicians. The total pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions, including knowledge and skills, relevant experience and training, education, certifications/licensure, and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range includes incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
Pay Range: $550,000 – $750,000
Qualifications
ABR eligible/certified with fellowship training in Body Imaging.
Schedule: Full-time Swing Shift (6:00 PM – 1:00 AM) or Night Shift (8:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
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Which companies sponsor visas for radiologists in California?
Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Stanford Health Care, and UCSF Health are among the California employers with documented histories of sponsoring radiologists. Academic medical centers tend to sponsor more frequently than smaller private practices, as they have in-house legal teams and established HR processes for managing H-1B visa petitions and immigration compliance.
Which visa types are most common for radiologist roles in California?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for radiologists in California, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a medical degree and board certification. J-1 visas are also used for radiology fellows at teaching hospitals, though they carry a two-year home residency requirement unless a waiver is obtained. Some employers also sponsor O-1 visas for radiologists with exceptional credentials.
Which cities in California have the most radiologist sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles and San Francisco account for the highest concentration of radiologist sponsorship activity, supported by large hospital networks and world-class academic medical centers. San Diego has a growing presence through UC San Diego Health and several major hospital systems. Sacramento and the broader Bay Area also see consistent hiring, particularly at university-affiliated institutions and regional health systems.
How to find radiologist visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically to roles where employers are open to visa sponsorship, saving radiologists the time of screening hundreds of postings manually. You can filter by California and search for radiologist roles to see current openings from hospitals and health systems actively hiring internationally. Migrate Mate is built for international candidates navigating the U.S. job market, so every listing is relevant to your situation.
Are there any California-specific factors radiologists should know about when seeking sponsorship?
California's high cost of living means prevailing wage determinations for radiology positions are among the highest in the country, which can make sponsorship more financially demanding for smaller practices. The state's large network of teaching hospitals and university medical centers creates a strong pipeline from residency and fellowship programs into sponsored attending roles. Radiologists completing training at California institutions are often well positioned to transition directly into sponsored employment.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored radiologist 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.