Therapist Jobs in Alaska
Therapist jobs in Alaska are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in behavioral health, substance use treatment, and school-based mental health services across a state where provider shortages keep hiring active at every experience level. Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau account for the largest share of postings, where established employers such as Providence Health and Services Alaska, the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, and Southcentral Foundation consistently recruit. The most sought-after specialties include substance use disorder counseling, trauma-informed care, and child and adolescent therapy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab PRN? At Alaska Regional Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Occupational Therapists play a vital role in helping patients regain independence, confidence, and quality of life after illness or injury. Guided by our mission to care for and improve human life, you will deliver compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each patient’s unique goals and capabilities. Working closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team, you will evaluate needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide hands-on treatment that supports recovery through every stage of healing. With access to advanced clinical resources, professional growth opportunities, and a culture grounded in purpose, you’ll have the resources and support to grow your expertise while improving more lives in more ways.
Your role will include:
- Evaluating each patient’s functional abilities and needs, then developing individualized therapy plans in coordination with physicians and the care team.
- Delivering skilled, evidence-based interventions that promote healing, independence, and quality of life through purposeful, compassionate care.
- Monitoring patient progress, adjusting plans as needed, and ensuring thorough, timely documentation that reflects quality outcomes.
- Educating patients and families to build understanding, confidence, and engagement throughout recovery and beyond.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary partners to ensure seamless transitions of care, safe environments, and exceptional patient experiences.
- Leading by example—providing guidance to therapy assistants or students and upholding HCA Healthcare’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence.
What qualifications you will need:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- (OT) Occupational Therapist
- Bachelors Degree
- No Travel Required
Benefits
Alaska Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
HCA Healthcare's Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery.
Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home.
We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab PRN? At Alaska Regional Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Occupational Therapists play a vital role in helping patients regain independence, confidence, and quality of life after illness or injury. Guided by our mission to care for and improve human life, you will deliver compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each patient’s unique goals and capabilities. Working closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team, you will evaluate needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide hands-on treatment that supports recovery through every stage of healing. With access to advanced clinical resources, professional growth opportunities, and a culture grounded in purpose, you’ll have the resources and support to grow your expertise while improving more lives in more ways.
Your role will include:
- Evaluating each patient’s functional abilities and needs, then developing individualized therapy plans in coordination with physicians and the care team.
- Delivering skilled, evidence-based interventions that promote healing, independence, and quality of life through purposeful, compassionate care.
- Monitoring patient progress, adjusting plans as needed, and ensuring thorough, timely documentation that reflects quality outcomes.
- Educating patients and families to build understanding, confidence, and engagement throughout recovery and beyond.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary partners to ensure seamless transitions of care, safe environments, and exceptional patient experiences.
- Leading by example—providing guidance to therapy assistants or students and upholding HCA Healthcare’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence.
What qualifications you will need:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- (OT) Occupational Therapist
- Bachelors Degree
- No Travel Required
Benefits
Alaska Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
HCA Healthcare's Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery.
Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home.
We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Where Alaska roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Therapist Job Market in Alaska
A snapshot from current Alaska openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PeaceHealth4
- Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)4
- Centennial Post Acute2C
- Alaska Regional Hospital2
- KBR1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services11
- Non-Profit & Social Services2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Aerospace & Defense1
What Alaska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in therapist jobs across Alaska.
- Active Alaska license issued by the Alaska Board of Professional Counselors or equivalent board
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and meet state billing requirements
- Comfort working with underserved or rural populations, including Alaska Native communities
Therapist Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a therapist in Alaska?
Becoming a licensed therapist in Alaska requires completing a master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, then applying to the relevant Alaska licensing board, such as the Alaska Board of Professional Counselors or the Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners. Candidates must pass a national licensure exam, such as the NCE or LCSW exam, complete supervised clinical hours, and submit a state application. Requirements vary by license type, so reviewing the specific board's current standards is the essential first step.
Which companies hire therapists in Alaska?
Companies currently hiring therapists in Alaska include PeaceHealth, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), and Centennial Post Acute, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alaska's behavioral health network, which includes tribally operated health systems and rural community mental health centers, means therapist openings appear across a wider range of employer types than in most states.
Which Alaska cities have the most therapist jobs?
Anchorage, Ketchikan, and Fairbanks have the most therapist openings in Alaska. Anchorage dominates the volume as the state's largest population center, home to major health systems and behavioral health agencies, while Fairbanks and Juneau generate consistent demand through regional hospitals, state government agencies, and community mental health programs serving Interior and Southeast Alaska residents.
Are there remote therapist jobs in Alaska?
Yes, and more than many clinical fields allow. About 8% of therapist openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the state's investment in telehealth to reach communities without local providers. Roles focused on talk therapy, psychiatric evaluation support, and school-based counseling delivered via telehealth platforms are the most likely to be fully remote.
How can I get hired as a therapist in Alaska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an associate license, such as the Alaska Associate Professional Counselor credential, which allows supervised practice while you accumulate the clinical hours needed for full licensure. Large employers like Southcentral Foundation and regional community behavioral health centers regularly hire associate-level clinicians. Roles titled case manager, mental health technician, or behavioral health aide in Alaska serve as natural stepping stones, and completing a practicum or internship with an Alaska-based agency during graduate school strengthens any new-grad application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to therapist jobs in Alaska?
You can find and apply to therapist jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to see roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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