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.
Sleep is one of the most essential parts of life and directly impacts a person’s brain performance and overall health. Proper, restful sleep has many health benefits, including a lower risk of serious health problems, better immune system function, higher energy levels and more. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), poor
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In early Spring, 2024, the Electrophysiology team at the Heart and Vascular Institute of Eastern Kentucky at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) made history during a procedure to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) in a 55-year-old patient. PMC Electrophysiologist Joseph Souza, MD, was preparing to perform a routine catheter ablation on the patient when it was discovered
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has once again received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement, making the list of recipients for 2024. PMC is one of only 259 hospitals nationwide to receive this distinguished honor. The award recognizes PMC’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of
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A labor and delivery unit is a place filled with anticipation, hope and the magic of new life. The Eastern Kentucky Advanced Women’s Care Center at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is a place where these feelings flourish. Expectant and new mothers often feel a sense of warmth and comfort while in the unit, as they
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