ALASKA:
THE BEST STATE TO WORK & PLAY
Find Adventure And Purpose In Our Great State
Whether you’re still in school, looking for a good job, or thinking about a new career, there’s a place for everyone in Alaska’s healthcare industry. Explore these pages to learn more about training and jobs across Alaska. We hope you find your fit!
North to Alaska: Getting Started
Thinking about making the move to Alaska? Learn about the state’s unique lifestyle, natural beauty, and other practical information to help you decide if Alaska is right for you.
Relocate to Alaska
Learn about the cost of living in communities across the state, travel information, relocation, school districts, and more.
Moving Tips
Take a few tips from the moving pros! Check out this blog post from Royal Alaskan Movers about the 18 things you should know before moving to Alaska.
Fast Alaska Facts
Learn basic fast facts about moving to Alaska from U.S. News and World Report.
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Employment
Forecasts 2024
Alaska Department of Labor’s Trends Magazine January 2024 edition features annual employment forecasts for Anchorage, Fairbanks, Southeast, and statewide.
Cost of Living
in Alaska
Alaska Department of Labor’s Trends Magazine July 2024 edition featured an article on the cost of living in Alaska with comparisons within the state and with cities across the U.S.
Shipping to
Rural Alaska
Life in Rural Alaska can be an adventure, but it comes with its challenges. This article from Alaska Business Magazine addresses the logistics of moving and shipping to rural Alaska.
Things to Do in Alaska:
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WORK HARD, PLAY HARD
Healthcare facilities need a team of people working in a wide range of positions, including maintenance technicians, accountants, IT specialists, chefs, as well as clinical healthcare professionals. So whether you want to provide hands-on care, work directly with patients but get queasy around blood, or prefer a desk position, there’s still a place for you in Alaska’s healthcare industry! Check out the career quiz or explore the career stories to learn more about how you can join Alaska’s healthcare workforce.