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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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Location: Ketchikan, AK
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: Variable
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a RN in our PACU for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $44.27 – $71.09. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Hiring Bonus and Relocation Bonus may be available!
Ketchikan, Alaska is truly the beginning of the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to Alaska's famed Inside Passage—a network of waterways that snake through some of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful wilderness in the world—Ketchikan is best known for abundant salmon, idyllic scenery, rich hunting grounds, and an incredibly rich Alaska Native culture.
Ketchikan Medical Center is not your ordinary Critical Access Hospital.
In 1923, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace opened the Little Flower Hospital, the first hospital in Ketchikan. A century later, that hospital has become PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center, a vital institution dedicated to delivering top-quality care. The center is unwavering in promoting health and well-being, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and staffed by a team of compassionate healthcare professionals.
Provides professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all members of the care delivery team.
Essential Functions
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care needs.
- Documents patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
- Directs and delegates care to other team members in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence.
- Ensures own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
- Participates in the development of and maintains established hospital policies, procedures and objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection prevention program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Required: degree from an Accredited School of Nursing
- Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Preferred: Specialty certification
Experience
- Required: Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a Pre-op/PACU RN.
- Clinical experience as an OR Staff RN preferred.
Credentials
- Required: Registered Nurse
- Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support
- Required: ACLS and PALS at date of hire or transfer
Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs. (Required)
- Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment. (Required)
- Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures. (Required)
- Basic computer skills. (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.
- Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
- Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
- Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
- Bending/stooping/squatting/reaching/kneeling frequently.
- Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.
Environmental Conditions
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
Mental/Visual
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
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.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
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.
Job ID: 126061
Location: Ketchikan, AK
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: Variable
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a RN in our PACU for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $44.27 – $71.09. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Hiring Bonus and Relocation Bonus may be available!
Ketchikan, Alaska is truly the beginning of the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to Alaska's famed Inside Passage—a network of waterways that snake through some of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful wilderness in the world—Ketchikan is best known for abundant salmon, idyllic scenery, rich hunting grounds, and an incredibly rich Alaska Native culture.
Ketchikan Medical Center is not your ordinary Critical Access Hospital.
In 1923, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace opened the Little Flower Hospital, the first hospital in Ketchikan. A century later, that hospital has become PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center, a vital institution dedicated to delivering top-quality care. The center is unwavering in promoting health and well-being, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and staffed by a team of compassionate healthcare professionals.
Provides professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all members of the care delivery team.
Essential Functions
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care needs.
- Documents patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
- Directs and delegates care to other team members in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence.
- Ensures own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
- Participates in the development of and maintains established hospital policies, procedures and objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection prevention program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Required: degree from an Accredited School of Nursing
- Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Preferred: Specialty certification
Experience
- Required: Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a Pre-op/PACU RN.
- Clinical experience as an OR Staff RN preferred.
Credentials
- Required: Registered Nurse
- Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support
- Required: ACLS and PALS at date of hire or transfer
Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs. (Required)
- Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment. (Required)
- Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures. (Required)
- Basic computer skills. (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.
- Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
- Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
- Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
- Bending/stooping/squatting/reaching/kneeling frequently.
- Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.
Environmental Conditions
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
Mental/Visual
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
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.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
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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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 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.
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