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.
While regular visits with a primary care provider are essential for maintaining general health and wellness, they also play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing chronic conditions such as asthma. Asthma is a long-term condition that affects the airways in the lungs, often causing wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. For many people, it
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While asthma has no known cure, it can be controlled through proper education, treatment and management, including regular doctor’s appointments, taking prescribed medications and avoiding potential triggers. It is also possible to have asthma without knowing it, which is why it is important to know the signs and symptoms. Signs and symptoms of asthma can
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As the seasons change and allergens arise, asthma symptoms begin to worsen in both children and adults. While September is recognized as Peak Asthma Month, the third week of September is known as Peak Asthma Week – when allergens and illnesses are at their highest. Asthma is a lung disease characterized by narrowing of the
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is proud to announce the opening of the PMC Diagnostic Center Drive-Thru Lab, a new facility designed to provide patients with faster and more convenient access to diagnostic testing. The two-bay, climate-controlled lab, located at the PMC Diagnostic Center, is equipped to serve patients with efficiency and comfort in mind. With
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