Healthcare H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Alaska
Healthcare H-1B visa sponsorship jobs in Alaska are concentrated at major health systems like Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, with Anchorage accounting for the largest share of openings. Demand runs across physicians, registered nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals, driven by Alaska's persistent rural healthcare workforce shortages and its reliance on federally qualified health centers statewide.
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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.
H-1B Healthcare Job Roles in Alaska
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Search Healthcare Jobs in AlaskaHealthcare H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions
Which healthcare companies sponsor H-1B visas in Alaska?
The largest H-1B visa sponsors in Alaska's healthcare sector include Providence Alaska Medical Center, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation, and Bartlett Regional Hospital. Federally qualified health centers and tribal health organizations across the state have historically filed H-1B petitions for physicians and advanced practice providers to serve remote and underserved communities.
Which cities in Alaska have the most healthcare H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Anchorage has the highest concentration of healthcare H-1B roles, home to the state's largest hospitals and specialty clinics. Fairbanks and Juneau also see consistent demand, particularly for physicians and pharmacists. Beyond these urban centers, rural hubs like Bethel and Dillingham generate H-1B filings through tribal health corporations serving Alaska Native populations across vast geographic regions.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Alaska?
Roles requiring a specific professional degree in a defined field are well suited for H-1B sponsorship. In Alaska, this commonly includes physicians across specialties, dentists, pharmacists, physical and occupational therapists, and clinical psychologists. Registered nursing positions are less straightforward under the H-1B specialty occupation standard, though advanced practice registered nurses with graduate-level credentials have a stronger basis for qualification.
How do I find healthcare H-1B sponsorship jobs in Alaska?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking H-1B sponsorship and filters healthcare jobs in Alaska by visa type, making it faster than general job searches. You can browse roles at Alaska's major health systems and tribal health organizations in one place. Focusing on employers with a documented history of H-1B filings in healthcare, as reflected in Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, improves your chances of finding a genuine sponsor.
Are there any state-specific considerations for healthcare H-1B sponsorship in Alaska?
Alaska's geographic isolation and chronic provider shortages mean healthcare employers here are often more motivated to pursue H-1B sponsorship than counterparts in less underserved states. Tribal health organizations operate under specific federal frameworks and may have separate hiring processes. Alaska also has licensure requirements through the Alaska State Medical Board and Alaska Board of Pharmacy that must be satisfied independently of H-1B approval, so confirming licensure eligibility early in the process matters.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B 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.