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Find your path with Volunteers to Careers!

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!

Making a difference

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.

 

Why volunteer?

People from all walks of life choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons. Many see volunteering as an opportunity to:

  • Help others
  • Meet new friends
  • Gain new skills or utilize existing skills

Volunteer Classifications

  • Adult volunteers are 18 years and older and serve in a variety of department throughout the hospital.
  • Teen volunteers are 14 to 17 years old and are typically placed in specific areas of the hospital.

Placement depends on skills, interests and availability. Once a volunteer is placed, flexibility is appreciated to help PMC best meet patients’ needs.

Latest News and Events

    • FEBRUARY 12, 2019
    PMC– Only Hospital in KY to Receive Gold Seal of  Distinction for Hip Fracture, Joint Replacement Hip and Joint Replacement Knee

    PMC– Only Hospital in KY to Receive Gold Seal of Distinction for Hip Fracture, Joint Replacement Hip and Joint Replacement Knee

    Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has received the gold seal of distinction for hip fracture, joint replacement hip and joint replacement knee by the Joint Commission. PMC is the only hospital in the state to receive all 3 certifications. The Joint Commission accredits and certifies nearly 21,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States.

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    • FEBRUARY 1, 2019
    PMC Announces New Board Member

    PMC Announces New Board Member

    Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) announces the addition of Linda Wagner-Justice to the Board of Directors. “As the hospital continues to grow, responsible and dependable leadership becomes increasingly important,” said PMC Board of Directors President Ron Burchett. “Linda is a wonderful representative of our community and brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience. I

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    • JANUARY 30, 2019
    Pikeville Medical Center Electrophysiologists Perform Region’s First Watchman Procedure

    Pikeville Medical Center Electrophysiologists Perform Region’s First Watchman Procedure

    The Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Heart and Vascular Institute is the heart of healthcare in the region. The hospital is leading the way to a healthier and longer life for patients in and around the community. Not only does PMC have a state-of-the-art facility, but the services provided at the hospital are saving countless lives

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    • JANUARY 30, 2019
    Lester Loses 259 Pounds and Reclaims His Life

    Lester Loses 259 Pounds and Reclaims His Life

    Carl Ryan Lester of Phelps, Ky is a fabulous example of what a couple of years and a heart full of determination can do to change your health and your life. Lester is an eight year veteran at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC). He is a registered nurse and serves as a shift supervisor on the

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