Healthcare Jobs in Alaska with Green Card Sponsorship
Healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs in Alaska are concentrated with major employers like Providence Alaska Medical Center, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, and Alaska Regional Hospital. Anchorage anchors most opportunities, though Fairbanks and Juneau have active healthcare sectors. Physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals are in high demand across a state where provider shortages make international recruitment a practical necessity.
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Get Access To All JobsJob 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.
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 Green Card visas in Alaska?
The largest sponsors of healthcare Green Cards in Alaska include Providence Alaska Medical Center, the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), Alaska Regional Hospital, and Bartlett Regional Hospital in Juneau. Federally qualified health centers and tribal health organizations are also active sponsors, particularly for physicians and advanced practice providers in underserved rural and urban communities across the state.
Which cities in Alaska have the most healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Anchorage accounts for the majority of healthcare Green Card sponsorship activity in Alaska, home to the state's largest hospital systems and specialty clinics. Fairbanks is the second-largest market, with Fairbanks Memorial Hospital driving demand. Juneau, Sitka, and Kodiak have smaller but active healthcare sectors, and rural tribal health facilities across the state also sponsor international healthcare workers on a regular basis.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Alaska?
Physicians across most specialties, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and clinical laboratory scientists are among the roles most commonly sponsored for Green Cards in Alaska. Behavioral health providers, including psychiatrists and clinical psychologists, are in particularly high demand. Most sponsored roles require a relevant clinical degree, licensure in Alaska, and employer-initiated PERM labor certification or a national interest waiver petition.
How do I find healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs in Alaska?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking Green Card sponsorship in healthcare and other fields. You can filter directly by Alaska, the healthcare industry, and Green Card visa type to see verified sponsorship opportunities with employers actively hiring international workers. This saves significant time compared to manually researching which Alaska healthcare organizations have a history of sponsoring permanent residency for foreign-born clinical staff.
Are there any Alaska-specific considerations for healthcare Green Card sponsorship?
Alaska's federally designated Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) cover a large portion of the state, which makes physicians and other providers potentially eligible for the Conrad 30 waiver program and National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions. These pathways can reduce reliance on the PERM labor certification process. Tribal health organizations funded through the Indian Health Service also operate under federal hiring frameworks that can affect sponsorship timelines and eligibility.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card healthcare jobs in Alaska?
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.
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