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Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician
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What they do
A Physician (Other) diagnoses and treats illness and injuries in patients. May specialize in working with a particular group of people (such as children), or a particular area of health care and treatment (such as cardiology, oncology, surgery, radiology or anesthesiology). Works from a private practice or within a hospital or larger healthcare facility.
$248,826 / year median in Kentucky
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Your Opportunity Appalachian Regional Healthcare is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician to join our growing specialty team in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide advanced pulmonary and critical care services in a medically underserved region, supported by a collaborative, integrated health system committed to improving patient outcomes across Central Appalachia. You will provide comprehensive pulmonary care, including inpatient critical care management and outpatient pulmonary consultation, within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. _________________ _______________________ Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage a broad range of pulmonary diseases and critically ill patients in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Lead ICU patient management with collaboration across specialties
- Perform procedures such as bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing
- Collaborate with hospitalists, primary care providers, and specialty teams to ensure coordinated patient care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and education programs
- Maintain a predictable weekday clinical schedule ________________________________________ Why ARH?
- Competitive compensation with productivity-based (wRVU) incentives
- Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 403(b), malpractice coverage with tail, CME allowance plus additional CME days, and generous PTO
- Relocation assistance and student loan repayment options
- Visa sponsorship available for H-1B and J-1 candidates
- Supportive team environment with advanced clinical resources and dedicated administrative support _______________________________________
Your Location:
Life in Prestonsburg & the Appalachian Region Prestonsburg is a welcoming community nestled in the scenic Appalachian Mountains, offering a high quality of life with affordable living and abundant outdoor activities.- Access to hiking, fishing, boating, and seasonal festivals
- Affordable housing and low cost of living with a small-town atmosphere
- Strong community culture rooted in Appalachian heritage and hospitality
- Family-friendly with quality schools and community programs ________________________________________ About ARH Appalachian Regional Healthcare is a nonprofit health system serving over 400,000 residents across Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia.
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
- Skilled in managing complex pulmonary and critical care cases in diverse settings
- Committed to compassionate, patient-centered care in a rural environment
- Collaborative, community-focused, and dedicated to advancing healthcare in Appalachia ________________________________________ Next Steps To learn more or apply, contact Tiffany Longworth at careers@arh.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Bonuses/Stipends