Find your career with us! Demand for healthcare workers has never been stronger and should you choose a field in healthcare, your future will almost certainly be a bright one career-wise. Volunteering can be your first steps into a rewarding career… before you commit to a course of study. Learn more about the following fields below!
Volunteering at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that matches caring people with services that provide help and comfort to the patients and families who come to the hospital. It is also a chance to offer valuable assistance to PMC employees on a daily basis.
People from all walks of life choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons. Many see volunteering as an opportunity to:
Placement depends on skills, interests and availability. Once a volunteer is placed, flexibility is appreciated to help PMC best meet patients’ needs.
February is associated with hearts largely because of Valentine’s Day, and it is also designated as American Heart Month, a time dedicated to educating both men and women about cardiovascular health and promoting heart-healthy lifestyles. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 600,000 lives every year. Understanding
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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer affecting women, and health officials have designated the month of January to spread awareness and educate the public. In the United States, nearly 11,500 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed each year compared to more than 197,000 cases of lung cancer. These lower
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No matter what type of cancer a patient faces, the Lawson Cancer Center (LCC) at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is committed to providing compassionate care and utilizing advanced technology. Patients at the LCC receive personalized treatment from the entire oncology team, which consists of specialists from many different areas throughout the PMC system of providers.
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In July of 1982, after searching the country for a place to settle down, establish their medical practices and raise their family, Drs. R.V. and Jyothi Mettu chose Pikeville, Kentucky. That is the moment their incredible story of impacting an entire region began. “They told me they really needed me here because they desperately needed
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