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.
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has received multiple quality award rankings from CareChex® Awards, an information service of Quantros, Inc. These rankings highlight PMC as a top healthcare organization in Kentucky and the nation. PMC was awarded seven distinct awards in four areas of specialties in multiple award categories. These awards are presented annually based on
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The human body runs by some of the same basic systems as a home, including plumbing and electrical. Many people are surprised when they find out their heart’s rhythm is managed by electrical impulses. When a person’s heart gets out of rhythm, they are encouraged to see a cardiac electrophysiologist, a specialist who treats issues
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Many are familiar with the phrase “My heart skipped a beat,” and for patients with Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), this can have a more literal meaning. Atrial Fibrillation, is a heart arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, which can lead to serious complications if left untreated. AFib affects the top two chambers of the heart (the atria), causing
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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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