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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

    • JULY 30, 2019
    Young Boy Survives a Life-Threatening Injury

    Young Boy Survives a Life-Threatening Injury

    Ashley Sparks of Pikeville experienced every mother’s worst fear last April when her two children and their grandmother were involved in an automobile accident. Sparks recalls her day starting like an ordinary day. “I dropped my two sons, Caden and Brady, off at school,” said Sparks. “I took pictures of them with their science projects

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    • JULY 30, 2019
    Shurtleff Named to Board Of Directors

    Shurtleff Named to Board Of Directors

    Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has appointed Bob Shurtleff to PMC Board of Directors. He has an extensive history of development and service to the City of Pikeville and will make a wonderful addition to the board. “Bob is an exceptional choice as our newest board member. I have known Bob and his wonderful family for

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    • JULY 22, 2019
    PMC Welcomes Family Medicine Physician, Kevin Farthing, DO

    PMC Welcomes Family Medicine Physician, Kevin Farthing, DO

    Dr. Kevin Farthing joins PMC’s highly specialized group of family practice physicians. He will be treating patients at PMC’s Clinic in Prestonsburg. Dr. Farthing received his Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from the University of Kentucky in Lexington. He completed his medical degree from the University of Pikeville Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr.

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    • JULY 18, 2019
    Pikeville Medical Center Hosts 5k to Benefit Cancer Patients

    Pikeville Medical Center Hosts 5k to Benefit Cancer Patients

    Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is set to host the sixth annual Colors of Courage 5K on Saturday, Aug. 17 in downtown Pikeville. For the second year, the event will be a true color run, with colored powder tossed at various points throughout the race. Proceeds will benefit underinsured patients of the Lawson Cancer Center (LLCC).

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