APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HEALTHCARE
KENTUCKY RIVER REGION, KENTUCKY

ARH’s Kentucky River Region offers a mix of outdoor recreation, history, and small-town charm, with attractions like the Red River Gorge, Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, and the scenic Kentucky River. The region’s history shines through sites like the Perry County Coal Miners Memorial and the Highland Museum & Discovery Center, while festivals, live music, and historic downtowns bring arts and culture to life. With boating, fishing, golfing, and active pickleball and tennis leagues, the Kentucky River Region provides both adventure and relaxation, all within easy reach of Lexington and regional airports. If you’re seeking a career with impact, ARH offers the opportunity to join a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing healthcare in Appalachia. Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is the largest healthcare provider and employer in Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia, operating 14 hospitals, multi-specialty physician practices, home health agencies, and a network of over 1,300 clinicians. With a legacy of service since 1956, ARH is committed to trust, innovation, collaboration, compassion, and service, earning recognition such as the 2024 Kentucky Hospital Association Quality Award.
EMERGENCY MEDICINE OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
Hazard ARH:
Level IV Trauma Center
24,000 Annual Visits
27 ED Beds
24 Hr Physician Coverage
20 Hr APP Coverage
Comprehensive Stroke Center
EM, IM, and FM
EMR-Meditech
Mary Breckinridge ARH:
5,000 Annual Visits
25 Bed Critical Access Hospital
5 ED Beds
24 Hr Coverage (Phys or APP)
Acute Stroke Ready
EM, IM, and FM
EMR-Meditech
Whitesburg ARH:
Level IV Trauma Center
14,000 Annual Visits
10 ED Beds
24 Hr Physician Coverage (12Hr Shifts)
10 Hr APP Coverage
EM, IM, and FM
EMR-Meditech