Care Assistant Jobs in Alaska
Care Assistant jobs in Alaska are concentrated in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau, where regional medical centers, residential care facilities, and home health agencies maintain steady demand across all experience levels. Established employers such as Providence Alaska Medical Center, Banner Health, and Volunteers of America Alaska are among the most consistent hirers in the state, with recurring openings in memory care, elder support, and disability services. Demand is particularly strong for care assistants with experience in remote or rural community settings, reflecting Alaska's dispersed population. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records and provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Shift Schedule:
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.
- Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
- Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice; procedures may include blood draws, foley catheters removal, EKGs, and EKG monitoring. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
- Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
- Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record.
- Ensures that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed. Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials. Assists in the ordering of patient specimens. May transcribe and process physician orders effectively using the electronic medical record.
- Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order.
- Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in OR room turnover.
NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Current BLS certification. Current C.N.A. license in state of practice may be required in certain facilities and/or departments in accordance with regulatory requirements or facility/department policy. Depending on department assignment, completion of unit approved basic electrocardiogram or electroencephalographic interpretation course or on the job training and a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test, with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias or epileptiform activity.
Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior experience in customer service. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Recent healthcare experience preferred. Successful completion of an approved unit secretary program is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records and provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Shift Schedule:
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.
- Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
- Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice; procedures may include blood draws, foley catheters removal, EKGs, and EKG monitoring. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
- Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
- Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record.
- Ensures that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed. Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials. Assists in the ordering of patient specimens. May transcribe and process physician orders effectively using the electronic medical record.
- Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order.
- Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in OR room turnover.
NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Current BLS certification. Current C.N.A. license in state of practice may be required in certain facilities and/or departments in accordance with regulatory requirements or facility/department policy. Depending on department assignment, completion of unit approved basic electrocardiogram or electroencephalographic interpretation course or on the job training and a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test, with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias or epileptiform activity.
Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior experience in customer service. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Recent healthcare experience preferred. Successful completion of an approved unit secretary program is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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What Alaska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care assistant jobs across Alaska.
- Current Alaska Nurse Aide certification or eligibility to sit for the Alaska certification exam
- Ability to pass a background check required under Alaska regulations for care settings
- Valid CPR and first aid certification from an accredited provider
- Prior experience supporting elderly, disabled, or memory care clients in a residential or home setting
- Reliable transportation or ability to travel to client locations in urban and rural Alaska communities
- High school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by Alaska hiring standards
Care Assistant Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care assistant in Alaska?
To work as a care assistant in Alaska, most positions require completing a state-approved Nurse Aide Training program and passing the Alaska Nurse Aide competency evaluation, which is administered through the Alaska Department of Health. The evaluation includes both a written and skills demonstration component. Some entry-level personal care aide roles do not require formal certification but expect candidates to complete employer-provided training before working independently with clients.
Which companies hire care assistants in Alaska?
Employers hiring care assistants in Alaska right now include Southcentral Foundation, Foundation Health Partners, and Providence, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alaska's largest health systems, residential care networks, and nonprofit social service agencies account for the majority of ongoing openings across the state.
Which Alaska cities have the most care assistant jobs?
Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Homer have the most care assistant openings in Alaska. Anchorage drives the largest share of listings as the state's primary population and medical center, while Fairbanks and Juneau support consistent demand through their regional hospitals, assisted living facilities, and state agency offices serving surrounding communities.
Are there remote care assistant jobs in Alaska?
Yes, but they're rare. Care assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct physical support for clients in homes, facilities, or community settings. About 0% of care assistant openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those roles are generally limited to care coordination, scheduling, or administrative support functions within care organizations.
How can I get hired as a care assistant in Alaska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a personal care aide or home health aide position, which typically requires no prior experience and offers on-the-job training. Providence Alaska Medical Center and Volunteers of America Alaska both run structured onboarding programs for new staff. Completing the Alaska Nurse Aide certification early, even before your first role, signals commitment and gives you a clear edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to care assistant jobs in Alaska?
You can find and apply to care assistant jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and availability, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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