Healthcare OPT Jobs in Alaska
Healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Alaska are concentrated at major employers like Providence Alaska Medical Center, Alaska Regional Hospital, and the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, with most opportunities in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau. Alaska's persistent healthcare worker shortage means OPT candidates in clinical, research, and health administration roles are actively recruited year-round.
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At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a Surgical Technologist at Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure that our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our OR team in the following role:
- Position: Full-time Day shift Surgical Technologist
- Schedule: Work 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week
- Unit: 4 OR Suites
- Hospital: 25-bed critical access hospital with level IV trauma center
Ketchikan Medical Center is part of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in Alaska, Washington and Oregon. Located on a Southeastern Alaskan Island with a population of 14,000, we offer a welcoming small-town atmosphere that's just a 90-minute flight from Seattle. With a temperate coastal rainforest, Ketchikan is much milder than most Alaska locations and offers wonderful outdoor adventures.
We offer you:
- A wage range of $40.52 - $60.78
- Additional compensation for CST
- Generous Relocation Assistance
- Hiring Bonus
- A comprehensive benefits package
- A collaborative team environment
Position Details:
This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the operative patient.
Essential Functions
- Arrange and inventories sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.
- Understand and apply the principles of asepsis. Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.
- Assist in preparation and moving of patients.
- Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation. Assists with clean-up and room turnover.
- Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.
- Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Accredited Program Preferred: Surgical Technology or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist
Experience
- Required: Min 1-year experience as a surgical technologist in a full-service operating room
- Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Credentials
- Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support Certification
- Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist
Skills
- Well organized, detail oriented and self motivated (Required)
- Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others (Required)
- Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision (Required)
- Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)
- Understanding of operating room protocols (Required)
Working Conditions
Lifting
- Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
- Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
- Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
- Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
- Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
- Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.
Environmental Conditions
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
Mental/Visual
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
For more information or questions, please contact the recruiter at [email protected]
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
Description
At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a Surgical Technologist at Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure that our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our OR team in the following role:
- Position: Full-time Day shift Surgical Technologist
- Schedule: Work 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week
- Unit: 4 OR Suites
- Hospital: 25-bed critical access hospital with level IV trauma center
Ketchikan Medical Center is part of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in Alaska, Washington and Oregon. Located on a Southeastern Alaskan Island with a population of 14,000, we offer a welcoming small-town atmosphere that's just a 90-minute flight from Seattle. With a temperate coastal rainforest, Ketchikan is much milder than most Alaska locations and offers wonderful outdoor adventures.
We offer you:
- A wage range of $40.52 - $60.78
- Additional compensation for CST
- Generous Relocation Assistance
- Hiring Bonus
- A comprehensive benefits package
- A collaborative team environment
Position Details:
This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the operative patient.
Essential Functions
- Arrange and inventories sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.
- Understand and apply the principles of asepsis. Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.
- Assist in preparation and moving of patients.
- Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instrumentation. Assists with clean-up and room turnover.
- Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.
- Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Accredited Program Preferred: Surgical Technology or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist
Experience
- Required: Min 1-year experience as a surgical technologist in a full-service operating room
- Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Credentials
- Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support Certification
- Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist
Skills
- Well organized, detail oriented and self motivated (Required)
- Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others (Required)
- Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision (Required)
- Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications (Required)
- Understanding of operating room protocols (Required)
Working Conditions
Lifting
- Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
- Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
- Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
- Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
- Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
- Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.
Environmental Conditions
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
Mental/Visual
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
For more information or questions, please contact the recruiter at [email protected]
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
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Search Healthcare Jobs in AlaskaHealthcare OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions
Which healthcare companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Alaska?
The largest healthcare employers in Alaska with established hiring patterns for international candidates include Providence Alaska Medical Center, the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), Alaska Regional Hospital, and the State of Alaska's Department of Health. Tribal health organizations and federally qualified health centers across rural Alaska also hire OPT candidates, particularly for clinical support, public health, and health informatics roles.
Which cities in Alaska have the most healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Anchorage has the highest concentration of healthcare F-1 OPT jobs in Alaska, home to the state's largest hospitals and ANTHC's main campus. Fairbanks supports a secondary market through Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and University of Alaska Fairbanks health programs. Juneau, as the state capital, has public health agency positions. Remote and rural postings also exist through tribal health compacts, though those roles often require additional logistical planning.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Alaska?
Roles that commonly qualify include clinical laboratory scientists, public health analysts, health informatics specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical researchers, and healthcare administrators. These positions generally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, which aligns with F-1 OPT's requirement that work be directly tied to your major area of study. Roles that are primarily procedural or licensed under Alaska-specific credentials may have additional requirements.
How do I find healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Alaska?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for F-1 OPT job seekers and filters healthcare listings in Alaska by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through postings that won't work for your status. Alaska's healthcare market is smaller than major metro markets, so setting up alerts and checking frequently matters. ANTHC and tribal health organizations also post directly on their own career pages, which are worth monitoring alongside Migrate Mate for the most complete picture.
Are there any Alaska-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in healthcare?
Yes. Alaska has a significant proportion of healthcare delivered through tribal health systems under the Indian Self-Determination Act, which means many employers are federally funded tribal entities. These organizations can sometimes offer STEM OPT extensions for qualifying technical roles. Alaska also has active J-1 visa waiver programs tied to healthcare worker shortages in underserved areas, which is a separate pathway worth understanding if you're approaching the end of your OPT period and exploring next steps.